A Bluebird in a Baobab by Jeri Lynn Johnson Russell

A Bluebird in a Baobab has been selected for the Exclusive Books Recommends promotion in August.

"Many of us save all year to have a moment of this on vacation. We miss so much in our air-conditioned world, away from children and each other, we in the west are so busy being prolific and efficient, alone in a cubicle. As I gaze at this naturally bustling scene of women working together, this seems to be the most natural rhythm for humans"

What happens when you leave everything you know behind - and discover where you truly belong?

In A Bluebird in a Baobab, Jeri Lynn Johnson Russell delivers a compelling, deeply personal memoir that speaks to our similarities, not our differences, while visiting unique African cultures as a homoeopathic clinician and tutor.

Drawn to Africa over many years, Russell steps into a world that is as challenging as it is beautiful. What unfolds is not just a journey across continents, but a finding of friendships, colleagues, camaraderie, and cultures amidst resilience, hope and deep knowledge.

Through vivid storytelling and emotional honesty, A Bluebird in a Baobab captures the raw, often unpredictable experience of navigating new cultures, confronting discomfort, and embracing the unknown. It is a story of African risk and resilience, of letting go and leaning in - and of discovering a sense of belonging inherent in so much of Africa.

At a time when many are questioning where they fit in an ever-changing world, this memoir resonates deeply: it is for anyone who seeks to learn about others taken a leap of faith or longed for a glimpse into lives that feels more aligned, more meaningful, and truer.

About the Author

Jeri Lynn Johnson Russell is a writer and storyteller whose life journey spans continents and cultures. With a gift for capturing the emotional truth of lived experience, she explores themes of identity, belonging, and transformation.

A Bluebird in a Baobab is her most personal work to date - a reflection of courage, curiosity, and the life-changing power of stepping beyond the familiar.

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