You don’t choose the book. The book chooses you

‘A book I was sorry to finish.‘

‘A timeless story that emphasizes the healing andtransformative power of books.’

Long ago, a bookshop was born the beating heart ofall those who find hope within the pages of a book. With the words penned uponthe echo of old forests, new worlds are created.

Its ready and waiting to welcome all those who knowwhere to find it

Strangers Jo, Adelaide and Kye are the least likely peopleto find themselves across the threshold of a bookshop.

But as their midnight book club shows them that a singlebook can change everything, all three realise that their own storiescanberewritten.

Readers love The Midnight Bookshop

‘This was an emotional and heartfelt read and had meinvested from the start.’

‘A thoroughly uplifting enjoyable read that will certainlyleave you feeling better with the world. Amanda James always seems to writeintriguing, sensitive books with that touch of magic andThe MidnightBookshopis no exception.’

‘To appreciate the book fully you have to leave anypreconceived ideas at the first page and open up you mind to a magical world.’

‘This is quite an intriguing and magical story of fantasyand realism [and] in many ways, is a complex novel about relationships andAmanda James successfully weaves magic with realism to create a potent tale inan unforgettable way.’

‘The book underscores the importance of community andself-reflection, especially in a time when many people feel isolated oroverwhelmed.’

‘This book had me rooting for all three of them and didn’tdisappoint.’

‘[Amanda James] writing so beautifully captured all theemotions throughout the novel.’

‘Those who enjoy [magical realism] are going to love thefairytale aspects of this charming, well-written book with its upliftingmessage and sweet romance.’

About the Author

Amanda James has written since she was a child andeven asked her parents for a typewriter for Christmas. She never imagined herwords would ever be published. In 2010 the dream of becoming a writer came truewhen she had her first short story published.

Originally from Sheffield, Amanda now lives in Cornwall andis inspired every day by the wild and beautiful coastline. She can usually befound playing on the beach with her family, or walking the cliff paths planningher next book.