DESERT OF THE NEW
PRE-ORDER
I always dreamed of getting to Paris and making it stick. I failed twice, but the third time seemed set to be the charm. I had no idea that getting here would be the easy part.
Desert of the New is a book for anyone who set out to follow their dreams and found themselves unsure they could stick it out. Whether you’re a lover of Paris or you’re just curious what it’s like to be an influencer here, you’ll enjoy it. If you’re struggling to stick with the hard work of facing your own demons, wherever it is you are, I wrote this book for you.
And for anyone who ever wondered “Why is Jay still single?” You won’t anymore after you read this. Guaranteed.
What are the options?
My team and I have put together a few pre-order packages to choose from when buying Desert of the New. You can get the book on its own or bundle it with my last one, Sea of the Unknown. If you’re coming to Paris in 2026 (from April onward), you’ll want to add the Paris Passport as it will open doors through a scavenger hunt across the city and through some of my favorite bars and coffee shops. And if you happen to be in Paris on March 26th, you can buy access to the pre-launch party while tickets last. It’s going to be a night to remember.
Here’s how it shakes out, you can buy:
One Paperback: Desert of the New
Two Paperbacks: Bundle it with my last book, Sea of the Unknown
Then add :
Exclusive Paris Passport (more details below) and,
Limited Access to the Pre-Launch Party (more details below)
Every purchase before March 26th will give you access to the live stream of the pre-launch event if you can’t attend in person, but only tickets will actually get you in the door (so only purchase tickets if you can physically make it).
When will everything be delivered?
Our plan is to have Desert of the New printed and shipped by the end of June 2026. If you order Sea of the Unknown, you’ll receive that in the same bundle. You can of course order Sea of the Unknown right now off of Amazon if you’d rather not wait, otherwise the bundles will come directly from Paris.
We will be shipping Paris Passports out as soon as they’re available, by the end of March. If you purchase a pre-launch party ticket, you will receive yours at the event. Otherwise, we’ll have them in the mail starting early April, and onward.
Exclusive access for the pre-launch live stream will be emailed to you automatically following your purchase.
My Paris Passport
For those of you that remember The Game from 2019, think of this as the next iteration. We are working with a designer and local print shop to create a small passport for your very own scavenger hunt in Paris. In it, you’ll find 10 of my favorite Parisian coffee shops and bars. Visit each place with your passport in hand and receive a discount or gift, and nab a sticker “visa” to fill your passport. You’ll find a longer story about this in the book, but it’s a fun way to encourage visitors off the beaten path while supporting some of my favorite local businesses.
PRE SALES WILL CLOSE ON JUNE 1 2026.
AFTER THAT, THE PASSPORT WILL NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE
The Pre-Launch Party
Tickets are limited, so please only purchase this option if you are sure to make it! The pre-launch party will be held in the 13th arrondissement of Paris at a local bar on:
March 26th, 2026
From 7:00 PM onward
Ticket covers food, first drink, and several hours of party time. Expect a light program hosted by Jay and Paul Taylor, a DJ set, and some surprises sprinkled throughout.
IN PERSON TICKET SALES ARE LIMITED, AND WILL BE AVAILABLE UNTIL WE SELL OUT
