“I had to stop reading as though it was a job I was frightened I might get fired from, and start reading as though my life depended on it. It did.” I’ve been a fan of @_pound_project for a LONG time - they are a brilliant independent publisher, with a backlist featuring some of my favourite contemptorary voices. Together, we’re launching BURN BEFORE READING - the story of how I remembered how to read for pure pleasure, as a way to cope with mental pain. It’s also an invitation to passionate readers, readers who feel as though they have lost their way and readers who were not encouraged at the beginning of their journey - and EVERYONE who has struggled with burnout over the last few years. This is a celebration of stories, especially those that bring us joy and help us grow. One of my creative heroes Isy Suttie will be writing the forward. (IKR?!?!!) This book will only be available to order for the next three weeks, directly from @_pound_project. The link is in my bio. They are such a fantastic publisher to support, and they make beautiful books! #burnbeforereading #independentpublishing #readingrecommendations #bookstagram #bookstagrammer