A Million Miles: My Peace Corps Journey

Published on January 6, 2026

This enthralling memoir from a former Peace Corps director follows the life of a curious and dedicated public servant, starting with her abandonment at age 3 and taking us through the next 76 exciting, joyful, and sometimes painful years of her life. Thankfully for the Peace Corps community, much of Jody Olsen’s life has included the agency, and her candid recollections are fascinating to read.  But despite its title, A Million Miles: My Peace Corps Journey is as much about Olsen’s personal history as her professional one.... Read more