3 Books & Counting

Samuel Rhys is a backpacker, storyteller, and ocean enthusiast from the UK. His journey into surfing began while working as a photographer on the sun-drenched shores of Australia, where the pull of the waves became impossible to ignore.

Samuel Rhys is a backpacker, storyteller, and ocean enthusiast from the UK. His journey into surfing began while working as a photographer on the sun-drenched shores of Australia, where the pull of the waves became impossible to ignore.

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Finding Waves

An inspiring journey through the ups and downs of learning to surf, filled with personal stories, lessons, and ocean wisdom.

Finding Waves

An inspiring journey through the ups and downs of learning to surf, filled with personal stories, lessons, and ocean wisdom.

Finding Waves

An inspiring journey through the ups and downs of learning to surf, filled with personal stories, lessons, and ocean wisdom.

Hawaii Surf

A visual and written celebration of Hawaii’s iconic surf culture, waves, and coastline. Dive into the heart of paradise where surfing is more than sport

Hawaii Surf

A visual and written celebration of Hawaii’s iconic surf culture, waves, and coastline. Dive into the heart of paradise where surfing is more than sport

Hawaii Surf

A visual and written celebration of Hawaii’s iconic surf culture, waves, and coastline. Dive into the heart of paradise where surfing is more than sport

Surf Boards

A guide to the shapes, stories, and evolution of the surfboard—from classic logs to cutting-edge designs.

Surf Boards

A guide to the shapes, stories, and evolution of the surfboard—from classic logs to cutting-edge designs.

Surf Boards

A guide to the shapes, stories, and evolution of the surfboard—from classic logs to cutting-edge designs.

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Author Praise

"Makes you want to grab a board and hit the waves!"

Tom R

Pro Surfer

"Makes you want to grab a board and hit the waves!"

Tom R

Pro Surfer

"Makes you want to grab a board and hit the waves!"

Tom R

Pro Surfer

"Engaging, insightful, and full of heart."

Sarah D

Nomad Magazine

"Engaging, insightful, and full of heart."

Sarah D

Nomad Magazine

"Engaging, insightful, and full of heart."

Sarah D

Nomad Magazine

"Captures the true spirit of learning to surf."

Ben K

Digital Nomad

"Captures the true spirit of learning to surf."

Ben K

Digital Nomad

"Captures the true spirit of learning to surf."

Ben K

Digital Nomad

"A perfect blend of travel, adventure, and surfing."

Emma J

Backpacker

"A perfect blend of travel, adventure, and surfing."

Emma J

Backpacker

"A perfect blend of travel, adventure, and surfing."

Emma J

Backpacker

"Makes you want to grab a board and hit the waves!"

Tom R

Pro Surfer

"Makes you want to grab a board and hit the waves!"

Tom R

Pro Surfer

"Makes you want to grab a board and hit the waves!"

Tom R

Pro Surfer

"The ultimate beginner’s surf journey."

Chris W

Flip Boards

"The ultimate beginner’s surf journey."

Chris W

Flip Boards

"The ultimate beginner’s surf journey."

Chris W

Flip Boards