Bøger af Sally Page

From the author of the phenomenal bestsellers The Keeper of Storiesand The Book of Beginnings comes an utterly beautiful and uplifting novel.

En ocasiones, las personas más communes resultan ser extraordinarias. Janice trabaja como limpiadora y sabe que solo hay una forma de conocer a la gente: a través de sus historias. En su día a día se rodea de personas peculiares, como Fiona, que acaba de enviudar; Geordie, un cantante de ópera; o la insoportable señora SíSíSí y su insólito fox terrier, Decius.Cuando empieza a limpiar para la señora B, una nonagenaria cascarrabias, Janice siente que hay alguien dispuesto a escucharla. Pero tiene claro que, aunque coleccione relatos ajenos, no tiene ninguno que pueda compartir. Sin embargo, la señora B sabe que Janice oculta algo. Al fin y al cabo, ¿no tenemos todos una historia que contar? Una primera novela sorprendente, esperanzadora y entrañable, que ha emocionado a lectores de todo el mundo.ENGLISH DESCRIPTION  A charming, uplifting debut novel--full of humor and depth--that has taken readers around the world by surprise. Everyone has a story to tell. But does Janice have the power to unlock her own?She can't recall what started her collection. Maybe it was in a fragment of conversation overheard as she cleaned a sink? Before long (as she dusted a sitting room or defrosted a fridge) she noticed people were telling her their stories. Perhaps they had always done so, but now it is different, now the stories are reaching out to her...Cleaner Janice knows that it is in people's stories that you really get to know them. From recently widowed Fiona and her son Adam to opera-singing Geordie, the quiet bus driver Euan, and the pretentious Mrs. "YeahYeahYeah" and her fox terrier, Decius, Janice has a unique insight into the community around her.When Janice starts cleaning for Mrs. B--a shrewd and prickly woman in her nineties--she finally meets someone who wants to hear her story. But Janice is clear: she is the keeper of stories, she doesn't have a story to tell. At least, not one she can share. Mrs. B is no fool and knows there is more to Janice than meets the eye. What is she hiding? After all, doesn't everyone have a story to tell?

Sie sammelt die Geschichten anderer ... ... doch hat sie den Mut, sich ihrer eigenen Geschichte zu stellen?Janice ist Putzfrau, und sie ist stolz darauf, eine gute Putzfrau zu sein. Doch was sie wirklich besonders macht: Sie sammelt Geschichten. Zum Beispiel die Geschichten der Menschen, für die sie putzt - denn während sie Bücherregale abstaubt oder den Kühlschrank abtaut, fangen die Menschen an zu erzählen. Als Janice beginnt, für die 92-jährige Mrs B zu putzen, trifft sie endlich eine Person, die Janice' Geschichte hören will. Aber Janice ist klar: Sie ist eine Geschichtensammlerin, sie hat keine eigene Geschichte. Zumindest keine, die sie erzählen möchte. Doch Mrs B lässt nicht locker. Und tatsächlich stellt sich heraus, dass auch Janice eine Geschichte hat.Sally Page arbeitete im Marketing, bevor sie ihr eigenes Blumengeschäft eröffnete. Die Arbeit dort gab ihr einen ganz besonderen Einblick in das Leben anderer Menschen, und sie stellte fest, dass jeder Mensch eine Geschichte zu erzählen hat – was sie schließlich zu ihrem ersten Roman inspirierte.

Introducing 'The Book of Beginnings' by Sally Page, a mesmerizing journey that will capture your imagination from the very first page. This book, published in 2023, is a remarkable addition to the literary world. It's a captivating read that belongs to a genre that's as unique as the story itself. The narrative unfolds beautifully, revealing layers of depth that will keep you engaged and wanting more. The author, Sally Page, has done a fantastic job of weaving a tale that is both compelling and thought-provoking. Published by HarperCollins Publishers, this book is a testament to their commitment to bring quality literature to readers around the world. 'The Book of Beginnings' is more than just a book, it's an exploration of life's beginnings through the lens of a master storyteller. Don't miss out on this extraordinary reading experience.

'I absolutely loved it! So different, clever, funny and charming' Sunday Times bestseller Katie Fforde'Funny, wise, moving and full of lovely moments...The characters are endearing and unforgettable' Hazel Prior, author of the Richard & Judy Book Club Pick Away with the Penguins'Absolutely spellbinding...a warm-hearted, thoughtful, funny and yet deeply poignant' Celia Anderson, author of 59 Memory Lane'A treasure of a book. Beautiful, emotional and heartfelt with a cornucopia of characters you'll love spending time with' Phaedra Patrick, author of The Library of Lost and FoundShe can't recall what started her collection. Maybe it was in a fragment of conversation overheard as she cleaned a sink? Before long (as she dusted a sitting room or defrosted a fridge) she noticed people were telling her their stories. Perhaps they always had done, but now it is different, now the stories are reaching out to her and she gathers them to her...When Janice starts cleaning for Mrs B - a shrewd and tricksy woman in her nineties - she meets someone who wants to hear her story. But Janice is clear: she is the keeper of stories, she doesn't have a story to tell. At least, not one she can share.Mrs B is no fool and knows there is more to Janice than meets the eye. What is she hiding? After all, doesn't everyone have a story to tell?Readers are loving Sally Page:'Oh my giddy aunt what an amazing book...absolutely adored it from start to finish' Jeannie'Not what I was expecting at all...loved the way it ended' Julie'An absolutely wonderful, unputdownable book full of delightful characters' Sue'What a wonderful idea for a book...A joy to read' Angela'Beautiful story...I loved every minute of reading it!' Rubie'I felt every emotion reading this, and Janice was delightful - I was rooting for her the whole time' Kate'An engaging debut featuring an unexpectedly heartbreaking story' Sarah