“Should I Stay or Should I Go?” New Book Helps People Thinking of Leaving Their Home Country To Decide

Expat author and blogger says: some people are better off staying put rather than pursuing a new life overseas.

Paul Allen, founder of ExpatLiving101.com and author of a new book for would-be expats entitled, ‘Should I Stay or Should I Go? The Truth About Moving Abroad And Whether It’s Right For You’ says:
“Millions of people dream of a sun-drenched life abroad, yet most never manage to turn their dreams into reality. For those who do make the move, the relocation too often proves to be harder than they had expected.”

Drawing on years of experience of living abroad, and the reflections of expatriates from around the world, Paul Allen has set out to create a comprehensive guide offering insights into the pros and cons of living overseas, and advice for anyone contemplating a move abroad.

He continues: “This new book has been written specifically to address both the bright and dark sides of living abroad, and thus help people finally decide whether it is the right move for them. So whether they ultimately go or not, the book will spur readers to pursue the life they truly want.”

Paul, originally from the UK, has lived and worked in New York City, and more recently Spain, where he has lived with his young family since 2003 and his meticulously researched book addresses the 10 main issues anyone contemplating a move abroad must consider, and includes a comprehensive checklist of questions to guide readers towards making the right decision for them.

The book also features interviews with expats from around the world, who offer real-life insights into the living abroad experience and covers important topics such as:

* Which countries have the right climate for you?
* How to calculate the true cost of living in your new home
* Where in the world to achieve the best quality of life
* How health and healthcare systems around the world differ
* The 7 expat work alternatives
* Tips for social integration in your adopted country
* How to cope with and overcome culture shock
* Tips for raising children abroad
* How to deal with separation from family and friends
* Living without regrets

For more information, and to sign up for Paul’s free weekly newsletter on moving and living overseas, go to http://www.expatliving101.com

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“Should I Stay or Should I Go? The Truth About Moving Abroad And Whether It’s Right For You” ISBN 1907498001 by Paul Allen is available to buy from Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk and all good bookshops.

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PRAISE

“Any valuable primer about life abroad must provide a comprehensive view of the realities involved with an international relocation.  This involves an accurate assessment of the advantages and disadvantages, the risks and the rewards, and the marvels and the laborious details inherent to any move abroad.  Paul Allen’s aptly titled book will truly assist those who want to explore whether or not
living overseas is for them.”
Betsy Burlingame, President of Expat Exchange, www.ExpatExchange.com

“Over the years, I have met so many people who have such unrealistic expectations about a global relocation. This book will open up many people’s eyes to the realities, good and bad, of an international move.  Citing recent surveys and numerous other resources, anyone thinking about taking the giant leap will not be doing it into the complete unknown as the reader can find a reference to every aspect of the move.”
Robin Pascoe, Expat Expert and Author, www.expatexpert.com

“If you have ever contemplated living abroad then this book is for you. It offers a wealth of information and insightful advice on the key issues to consider, and will really help you make the best possible decision.”
Helena Frith Powell, Expat Author and Columnist, www.helenafrithpowell.com

“Paul Allen has finally provided the comprehensive solution to every would-be expatriate’s needs. This book brings all the questions and all the answers you need together in one place. What’s more, his book is well written, well researched and very easily accessible.”
Rhiannon Davies, Director, Shelter Offshore, www.shelteroffshore.com

“The question to move abroad is a complex one, but Paul Allen’s book makes the decision process simple (at least as simple as something this life-altering can be). It’s well-written, well-researched, easy to read, but most importantly, it’s honest.”
Chantal Panozzo, freelance writer, founder of One Big Yodel and Writer Abroad, www.writerabroad.com

WEBSITE LINKS

Author’s Website
http://www.expatliving101.com

Publisher’s Website
http://www.bookshaker.com

Sales pages and book preview on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1907498001
http://www.amazon.com/dp/1907498001

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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Paul Allen is a freelance journalist and writer. Having left his native England to live and work in New York City as managing editor with a leading financial publisher, Paul then swapped city life for  the beauty of north-eastern Spain in 2003. Spurred by the “lucky you” comments of colleagues and friends, who seemed to be under the impression that life overseas was one long fiesta, Paul took up the challenge of revealing both the bright and dark sides of living abroad, hoping it would help people better decide if they too should make the move. And so this book was born. Learn more at www.expatliving101.com

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