Stephanie Butland

"An immensely powerful, and ultimately uplifting, debut novel." (Katie Fforde). "Heartbreaking, insightful, gripping and beautifully crafted." (Jane Wenham Jones). Dear Mike, I can't believe that it's true. You wouldn't do this to me. You promised. Elizabeth knows that her husband is kind and good and that he loves her unconditionally. She knows she hasn't been herself lately but that, even so, they are happy. But Elizabeth's world is turned upside down when Mike dies in a tragic drowning accident. Suddenly everything Elizabeth knows about her husband is thrown into doubt. Why would he sacrifice his own life, knowing he'd never see his wife again? And what exactly was he doing at the lake that night? Elizabeth knows that writing to Mike won't bring him back, but she needs to talk to him now more than ever...How much can you ever know about the people you love?Originally published in hardback as Surrounded by Water.

You can trust a book to keep your secret ...Loveday Cardew prefers books to people. If you look closely, you might glimpse the first lines of the novels she loves most tattooed on her skin. But there are things she'll never show you. Fifteen years ago Loveday lost all she knew and loved in one unspeakable night. Now, she finds refuge in the unique little York bookshop where she works. Everything is about to change for Loveday. Someone knows about her past. Someone is trying to send her a message. And she can't hide any longer. Lost for Words is a compelling, irresistible and heart-rending novel, with the emotional intensity of The Shock of the Fall and all the charm of The Little Paris Bookshop and 84 Charing Cross Road. Praise for Lost for Words: 'Loveday is a compelling character, you love her in the way you love a cat who always scratches but you love it anyway ...this book is quirky, clever and unputdownable. I really enjoyed it.' Katie Fforde 'Loveday is a marvellous character and she captured my heart from the very first page ...and her bookshop is the bookshop of readers' dreams.' Julie Cohen, bestselling author of Dear Thing 'Loveday is so spiky and likeable. I so loved Archie, Nathan and the book shop and the unfolding mystery' Carys Bray, author of A Song For Issy Bradley and The Museum of You 'Burns fiercely with love and hurt. A quirky, rare and beautiful novel, one you'd be delighted to unearth in any bookshop. And Loveday Cardew is a character who leaps from the pages into our hearts.' Linda Green, bestselling author of While My Eyes Were Closed 'It is such a beautiful read and Loveday's voice is so compelling ...an exquisite story that I couldn't put down.' Liz Fenwick 'Beautifully written and atmospheric. Loveday is an endearing heroine, full of attitude and fragility. The haunting story of her past is brilliantly revealed.' Tracy Rees, Sunday Times top ten bestselling author of Amy Snow 'What an absolute stunner of a book.

Loveday Cardew prefiere los libros antes que las personas. Si te acercas a ella lo suficiente, podrás ver que lleva tatuadas las frases iniciales de las novelas que más le gustan. Sin embargo, hay secretos de su pasado que jamás te revelará. Quince años atrás, Loveday perdió todo lo que tenía y amaba en una fatídica noche. Aquel horrible acontecimiento la llevó a convertir la librería en la que trabaja en su único refugio, pero todo está a punto de cambiar: alguien que conoce su pasado está tratando de enviarle un mensaje, y no hay nada que ella pueda hacer para evitarlo.

Emocionante e encantador, A extraordinária livraria de York, de Stephanie Butland, explora o poder da literatura, sua capacidade de inspirar, curar e renovar a esperança. Uma história sensível e reconfortante que mostra que, apesar das adversidades, a vida pode continuar. Loveday Cardew e dona da adoravel e aconchegante livraria Lost For Words, em York, na Inglaterra. Apaixonada por livros, ela sabe que uma livraria no e somente um espaço fisico o lado de dentro comporta um universo inteiro. E, mais do que ninguem, sente que ha sempre um livro capaz de proporcionar o que cada pessoa necessita.Ate que a chegada inesperada da Covid-19 deixa a vida de Loveday, e a livraria, de cabeça para baixo. Justo quando as pessoas mais precisam de livros, as portas da Lost For Words esto fechadas. Sem seu publico habitual, as finanças começam a despencar, e a situaço da livraria precisa de uma soluço urgente.Apos um pedido inusitado de uma antiga cliente, fica evidente para Loveday qual sera o seu papel em meio a crise. Ela pode recomendar livros para ajudar as pessoas a enfrentarem as situaçes em que se encontram: medo, tedio, solido, desejo de rir e de fugir. Loveday anuncia, ento, sua ideia: uma farmacia de livros, que prescreve as obras ideais para cada pessoa. Afinal, um bom livro e capaz de curar feridas.Uma ode ao poder da literatura, A extraordinaria livraria de York presenteia o publico com uma historia sensivel e reconfortante que mostra que, apesar das adversidades, a vida pode continuar. "Unica e brilhante, uma historia impossivel de largar." Katie Fforde

A heart-warming story about how a letter with surprising news changes everything - from the author of the beloved Found in a BookshopCompelling, eye-opening and heart-stirring, this book is unputdownableKatie FfordeA warm and moving read with the healing power of books at its heartKate StoreyA beautiful writer . . . such attentive compassion and warmthCarys BrayFull of warmth, heart and most excellent book recommendationsZoe FolbiggSeptember was adopted when she was fifteen months old. She knows nothing about her early life, but she grew up safe and loved. Now, though, its just September and her feckless boyfriend Shaun. And shes at her wits end. Theres never enough money, and she has nothing to look forward to.Then a letter comes. September has inherited a house - and Shaun can see endless opportunities if she sells it. But, almost as soon as she sets foot in the garden, September knows she cannot let this home go. And she longs to find out more about the mysterious Lucia who left it to her. When the members of Lucias book club arrive, for the first time September hears stories of her mother, of the aunt who adored her, and of the secrets that broke the family apart. And she begins to make new friends. September feels safe here. But money alone cant bring contentment. September is at the start of a journey full of surprises, shocks - and opportunities, if shes brave enough . . . Readers LOVE The Second Chance Book ClubThe story was so moving and genuine throughout. I felt seen in a way that doesnt happen often with books A really uplifting and beautiful story Amazing from start to finish. I will certainly be looking this author up for more of her books Oh, how I loved this book! Its so well written, the story is engaging and beautiful A lovely read - deeply moving, life affirming It was like a hug in book form, exactly when I needed one most As soon as I began to read this book I knew I already loved it! A heartwarming and uplifting story that explores family, love, friendship and most of all, kindness A book Id recommend to anyone looking for something theyd not be able to put down when they started reading

« Loveday est un personnage attachant en dépit de son caractère rebelle et parfois cassant. Ce livre original et intelligent se lit dune traite. Jai passé un excellent moment. » Katie Fforde Cette li

Get past just surviving cancer, so that you can move on with your life, and thrive every day!Theres still a part of us that thinks surviving cancer is a bit of freakish good fortune the medical equivalent of having a cannonball go right through your middle and living to tell the tale and so often its hard to know how to do life after cancer. Thrive: The Bah! Guide to Wellness after cancer focuses on moving on from a major physical, social and psychological trauma. Like Stephanies first book, How I Said Bah! to cancer: A Guide to Thinking, Laughing, Living, and Dancing Your Way Through, Thrive uses a blend of storytelling, practical advice, humour, thinking techniques and strategies, visualisations, meditations, questions, candour and common sense designed to help those who have had a cancer to get from survival to a place where they are truly thriving.

OUT NOW: A BOOKSHOP SUMMER - STEPHANIES CAPTIVATING NEW NOVEL! The life-affirming and unforgettable novel from the author of Lost for WordsI read this book in one sitting, it made me smile and made me wipe a tear from my eye too This book had me sitting up into the small hours. Such a lovely read, very relatable and touching I LOVED this book . . . A joy to read One of the best books Ive read in quite some time Loveday Cardews beloved Lost for Words bookshop, along with the rest of York, has fallen quiet. At the very time when people most need books to widen their horizons, or escape from their fears, or enhance their lives, the doors are closed. Then the first letter comes.Rosemary and George have been married for fifty years. Now their time is running out. They have decided to set out on their last journey together, without ever leaving the bench at the bottom of their garden in Whitby. All they need is someone who shares their love of books.Suddenly its clear to Loveday that she and her team can do something useful in a crisis. They can recommend books to help with the situations their customers find themselves in: fear, boredom, loneliness, the desire for laughter and escape.And so it begins.A delightful and original concept about how a second hand bookshop can heal a community Katie FfordeThe perfect book to curl up with . . . Its heartwarming, emotional and full of kindness. A lovely and life-affirming novel Sara Nisha AdamsWhat a lovely book - so assured and gentle, full of compassion and replete with astute observations of human nature and behaviour Carys BrayA really moving read - with great book recommendations included, too!My WeeklyI truly loved this book; it made me laugh out loud and also had me choked up a few times too Stephanies stories are thoughtful and warm, written with much humour, and most importantly care. Id recommend them to anyone, and especially those recovering from a broken heart It made me laugh, it made me cry and left me with a feeling of community spirit - I will definitely be recommending this to others, it is a fantastic read This book is going straight on my list of top ten books Her writing is utterly engaging and this book truly moved me. Compassionate, unusual, original and full of wonderful characters Beautiful, heartwarming, a true gift of a book

It smelled bittersweetly of sourdough, and there was the trace of hot, fresh bread in the air. She took a deep breath and unlocked the door____________________Fifteen years ago Bettina Mays lifes veered off course in one disastrous night. Still reeling from the shock of losing everything she thought was hers, Bettina opens a bakery in a village and throws herself into the comfort of bread-making.She spends her days kneading dough and measuring ingredients. She meets someone. She begins to heal.Until someone who knows what happens that night walks into Bettinas bakery. In the pause of a heartbeat, fifteen years disappear and Bettina remembers a time she thought was lost for ever . . . Can she ever go back?

An intriguing, twisting and heart-warming novel set in a bookshop that has an unexpected impact on peoples lives. From the author of The Second Chance Book Club and Found in a Bookshop When the Lost for Words bookshop in York hosts an event for a new reading project, four strangers lives will change in ways they could never have expected . . .Trixie is hosting the event. She loves her job at Lost for Words, and shes feeling grounded and calm - until a phone call from her ex throws everything off course.Cherry only goes to the event because she needs to get out. Caring for her grandmother without any help is exhausting - and lonely. Maybe things will be different if her long-lost sister finally comes home.Rhiannon and Guy really hit it off at the bookshop; it feels like the start of something special. And Guy is fantastic with Rhiannons baby. But Rhiannon is keeping quite a big secret . . .When you spend time with people who love books, youre sure to learn something about yourself - and maybe see a way to start in a different direction. As each of them is about to find out . . . Readers love Stephanie Butland! One of the most thought-provoking books I have read in a long time A beautiful story beautifully told. This is so readable, the characters come to life and stay in your heart I devoured this book in one day as I just couldnt put it down. Most definitely heart-warming and unforgettable A heart-warming and uplifting story that explores family, love, friendship and, most of all, kindness A lovely read - deeply moving, life affirming

An immensely powerful, and ultimately uplifting, debut novelKatie FfordeHeartbreaking, insightful, gripping and beautifully craftedJane Wenham Jones________Dear Mike, I cant believe that its true. You wouldnt do this to me. You promised.Elizabeth knows that her husband is kind and good and that he loves her unconditionally. She knows she hasnt been herself lately but that, even so, they are happy. But Elizabeths world is turned upside down when Mike dies in a tragic drowning accident. Suddenly everything Elizabeth knows about her husband is thrown into doubt. Why would he sacrifice his own life, knowing hed never see his wife again? And what exactly was he doing at the lake that night?Elizabeth knows that writing to Mike wont bring him back, but she needs to talk to him now more than ever . . .How much can you ever know about the people you love?________Originally published in hardback as Surrounded by Water

Compartir historias y libros cambiará sus vidas para siempre Es 2020 y la Librería de la Esperanza, regentada por Loveday Carew, ha enmudecido con la pandemia. Justo cuando la gente más necesita libros para expandir sus horizontes, escapar de sus miedos o dar sentido a su vida, las puertas de la libreria permanecen cerradas. Entonces llega la primera carta. Rosemary y George llevan cincuenta años casados y han decidido emprender su ultimo viaje juntos sin levantarse del banco de su jardin: solo necesitan a alguien que comparta su amor por los libros. De repente, Loveday comprende como puede ser util durante la crisis: recomendara libros que ayuden a sus clientes a superar las dificiles situaciones a las que se enfrentan, que alivien su soledad, mitiguen su miedo, combatan el aburrimiento y les devuelvan las ganas de reir y disfrutar de la vida. Asi empieza todo.