What happens when you trade lesson plans for lantern festivals, chalkboards for chopsticks, and Boston for Beijing?

Ben Walker thought he was just taking a teaching gig abroad. What he got was dumpling-fueled midnight races, malfunctioning golf carts, unexpected allies in cosplay, and enough karaoke misfires to fill a mixtape. Alongside his sardonic best friend Luke and an ever-expanding cast of curious locals, Ben stumbles his way through the vibrant chaos of Shanghai—with enthusiasm, heart, and a little too much soy sauce.

From haunted factories to fire-lit festivals, Shanghai, With Extra Soy Sauce is a laugh-out-loud, soul-stirring ride through a world of culture shock, friendship, and fearless exploration. Perfect for fans of Eat, Pray, Love with a side of Ted Lasso energy, this is the ultimate travel tale for anyone who's ever wondered what might happen if they said yes to adventure.