One month to go!
The countdown is on for launch day
Hello!
It is officially ONE MONTH until the UK release of my new book This Book Made Me Think of You (with the US release following just a few days later).
That means that if you have already pre-ordered a copy, then it’s not long until it arrives - a little gift to yourself from past you. If you haven’t pre-ordered but would like to, then it’s not too late! You can order your copy via the links below…
And don’t forget if you’re in the UK you can pre-order a special edition copy with printed endpapers and a pink ribbon via any of of the retailers listed via this link…
As I gear up for launch day, I want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has already supported this book by reading and reviewing it on Netgalley or via early proof copies that went out to bookstagrammers and booksellers.
I’ve been so moved by the wonderful reaction it has already received. The early reviews mean a huge amount to me, perhaps more so for this book than any I’ve ever written.
The book is about a woman trying to find her way after loss, writing a new chapter for herself with the help of her local bookshop and the books left by her late husband.
And in a way, this book feels like a new chapter for me too. It was written during a tough time in my life, inspired by my own experiences of grief. It comes out at the start of a new year, at a time when I’m trying to look ahead with hope. It’s my first with new publishers, coming out after a pause in my usual publishing schedule.
I hope that you will enjoy it. I wrote a book that I wanted to read, full of all the things I love: books, bookshops, travel, romance and a journey that might break your heart but will put it back together again.
Launching a new book is an incredibly vulnerable feeling. You’re putting yourself out there to be judged, and I’ve been in this game long enough to know that you can’t possibly write a book that will appeal to everyone.
All you can do is write from the heart and hope that perhaps your story might connect, like a hand reaching out to even just one person who needs it.
This Book Made Me Think of You opens with these words…
“The right book in the right hands of the right person at exactly the right moment can change their life forever.”
I genuinely believe that to be true. Books have changed my life in so many ways, both through reading them and writing them.
A month ahead of this book’s publication, I’m full of excitement, nerves and anticipation. And above all I’m full of thanks - for being able to do this incredibly fun and rewarding job, and to all of you for being here and joining this journey.
Thank you, and here’s looking ahead to a 2026 full of books…
Libby x
P.S.
I have lots of exciting events lined up for the new year and will share more details of them as their event pages go live. If you come along to a book event, I will sign your book and give you the option to have it stamped with a personalised stamp I’ve had made specially! Here are the events that have been announced so far…
Book events in 2026
More to come soon!
Ordered. Can’t wait Libby. Good luck with the launch. I’ve always enjoyed your writing and I’m sure this latest read will be every bit as enthralling as the others. I’ve gone for a special edition. Eek. :-)
How exciting! I am so very pleased for you. I have enjoyed every book of yours I have read and look forward to reading more.