Ray Mears to Release Autobiography in 2013
Ray Mears fans unite! The British publishers Hodder & Stoughton have confirmed that the much-anticipated Ray Mears autobiography will be released later this year. Provisionally titled ‘An Outdoor Life‘, the book is scheduled for release in September 2013, coinciding with Ray’s nationwide lecture tour.
I’ve been asked to write my autobiography many times, but it hasn’t felt right until now. I’ll be 50 this year, and it’s 30 years since I started Woodlore, the organisation that has helped thousands of people to a greater understanding of the world around us. – Ray Mears
Hodder & Stoughton commented:
We’re delighted that he’s chosen Hodder to publish his memoir, a story that will enthral his millions of admirers – and surprise a few people too.
For more information, please view the Hodder & Stoughton Press Release.
This entry was posted on Monday, February 11th, 2013 at 2:21 pm and is filed under Ray Mears, Site Announcements.



May 11th, 2013 at 3:21 am
Thank-you, I have learned a lot from watching you on You tube. I was happy to hear that you are doing an autobiography, I think it will benefit a lot of people. Again Thank-you.
pam
May 9th, 2013 at 9:45 am
I am really looking forward to this autobiography, I grew up In Alberta ,Canada and watching Ray during his visits to the wilderness , his enthusiasm and empathy for the natural world takes me back to the years hiking in the Rockies, Can’t wait to read it!
April 30th, 2013 at 11:42 am
Funny was never really interested in book signing stuff! But Ray Mears books are the only books I manage to read from start to finish!
They are captivating and educational!
April 30th, 2013 at 11:37 am
I’m sure this will be a really good book! Will there be a book signing? Not from the UK but will try to attend
March 19th, 2013 at 12:06 am
Fantastic. I am looking forward to reading it!
February 26th, 2013 at 8:55 am
I thought he was 50 next year (born 7th feb 1964?) nevertheless..v v pleased to hear of this and looking forward to spending a day learning about wood carving with him this year.
February 23rd, 2013 at 8:44 am
Really looking forward to this – should be a fascinating read!
February 14th, 2013 at 9:37 am
Hi Martin. There’s no confirmed release date as of yet I’m afraid, but fingers crossed the book will be ready to coincide with the tour.
February 13th, 2013 at 5:53 pm
Two things. Audio version I hope, and read by the man himself ????
Also any chance it will be ready for his impending tour and he can do signed copies ????
Been to two lectures and loved both and on two Woodlore courses and desperate to do more. However at no point have I had chance to shake his hand, say thanks, and get him to sign a book
He did let me across the road in Llandudno
February 13th, 2013 at 3:46 am
I can’t wait to buy and read that book. I hope all is well with Ray, and I wonder if he’ll ever be touring the USA? It’d be nice to learn more from him.
February 12th, 2013 at 3:01 pm
Ill bet you a Woodlore e-voucher that i’m not in it!
February 12th, 2013 at 12:38 pm
That is great news. Just imagine writing your autobiography and still being 49. There is still a life ahead for episode 2.
February 12th, 2013 at 12:26 pm
Brilliant!!
Can’t wait!!
Will it be released on kindle do you no?