Rowan Coleman Books

Stella Carey navigates a life filled with solitude as she supports her troubled husband, Vincent, an ex-soldier haunted by his past. By night, she works as a nurse, crafting heartfelt letters for her patients to send to their loved ones, capturing a range of emotions from humor to regret. When she pens a letter that could offer a patient a final chance at redemption, the urgency of delivering it becomes paramount. This poignant narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the power of communication in healing.

Set against the backdrop of Ponden Hall, a historic house steeped in stories, the narrative follows Trudy Heaton as she returns home after her husband's death, bringing her young son, Will, who struggles to accept the loss. As Trudy navigates her grief and attempts to reconnect with her quirky mother, the echoes of past lives at the Hall intertwine with their present, creating a poignant exploration of love, family, and healing. The novel is praised for its beautiful writing and emotional depth, promising a life-affirming journey.

A new Bronte Mystery from Bella Ellis, a pen name for bestselling author, Rowan Coleman.

After escaping an abusive marriage, Rose Pritchard seeks a fresh start in a charming Cumbrian village with her bright, seven-year-old daughter. The stunning landscape rekindles her hope and encourages her to reconnect with her past. As Rose discovers her inner strength, she learns that one's identity is shaped not by what is left behind, but by the aspirations for the future. This heartfelt journey explores themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the power of love and community.

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of THE MEMORY BOOK, WE ARE ALL MADE OF STARS is 'tender, poignant, hopeful' Sunday Mirror. 'A bittersweet story about love and letting go, you'll remember these wonderfully affecting and very human characters long after you''ve turned the last page' Sunday Express Stella Carey exists in a world of night. Married to an ex-soldier, she leaves the house every evening as Vincent locks himself away, along with the scars and the secrets he carries. During her nursing shifts, Stella writes letters for her patients to their loved ones - some full of humour, love and practical advice, others steeped in regret or pain - and promises to post these messages after their deaths. Until one night Stella writes the letter that could give her patient one last chance at redemption, if she delivers it in time...

A new Bronte Mystery from Bella Ellis, a pen name for bestselling author, Rowan Coleman.

It feels like a long time since I loved a book as much. I was CAPTIVATED! Brilliant, different...charming and moving...I stayed up half the night to finish it Marian Keyes

Fame brings unexpected challenges for child soap-star Ruby Parker, who navigates the pressures and pitfalls of celebrity life. As she grapples with the realities of stardom, Ruby learns valuable lessons about friendship, identity, and the importance of staying true to herself amidst the glitz and glamour. This coming-of-age story highlights the struggles and triumphs of a young girl in the spotlight, revealing that the journey to self-discovery can be just as significant as the pursuit of fame.

'wonderful...a beautiful book, very moving' Marian Keyes When time is running out, every moment is precious... When Claire starts to write her Memory Book, she already knows that this scrapbook of mementoes will soon be all her daughters and husband have of her. But how can she hold onto the past when her future is slipping through her fingers...' A Sunday Times bestseller and Richard & Judy Autumn Book Club pick, The Memory Book is a critically acclaimed, beautiful novel of mothers and daughters, and what we will do for love.