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We are thrilled that Welbeck will publish THE GUESTHOUSE AT LOBSTER BAY by Annie Robertson. Jon Elek acquired UK & Commonwealth (excl. Canada) rights in a pre-empt from Juliet Pickering, in a three-book deal. Welbeck will publish THE GUESTHOUSE AT LOBSTER BAY on 8th July 2021, followed by CHRISTMAS AT LOBSTER BAY in October 2021. The audio editions will be published by Ulverscroft.

When Emma sees The Guesthouse at Lobster Bay for sale online, she knows it is exactly the peaceful haven and fresh start she needs to recover from a recent trauma. Yet the moment she picks up the keys, Emma's dream of owning a successful guesthouse begins to unravel...

Emma has one month to get the handsome guesthouse with stunning sea views in order before her first guests arrive at the beginning of June, a task made all the harder by the discovery that the previous owner has included her elderly and enormous dog in the sale. And then there's the next-door neighbour, Aidan, the local boat-builder – self-assured and unwelcoming – who Emma must turn to for help in a crisis. As Emma and Aidan work together to get the guesthouse ready, they grow closer, but then Aidan is called away and Emma has to carry on, alone.

Over the course of the summer, Emma must navigate unforeseen dilemmas and new friendships, and keep her business afloat. But as she falls in love with Lobster Bay, is she also falling for Aidan?

THE GUESTHOUSE AT LOBSTER BAY is a gorgeous, summery read, full of fun, romance, and the perfect escape.

Jon Elek says: ‘Annie Robertson has written an incredible escapist romance that moves the genre forward - she writes with wisdom and conviction about women-in-crisis and the ups and downs of the geographical cure. The Lobster Bay trilogy is a terrific new addition to the genre.’

Annie Robertson says: ‘Signing a three-book deal with Welbeck during the pandemic was above and beyond my wildest expectations. I'm delighted to have the opportunity to work with this new, ambitious and innovative team, and to have the chance to invite readers into the Scottish idyll that is Lobster Bay.’

Juliet Pickering says: ‘I loved Emma’s story of pursuing a dream and starting over in THE GUESTHOUSE AT LOBSTER BAY, and Annie’s voice is fresh, warm and funny. I can’t wait for readers to visit this friendly, quirky seaside town, and fall in love along with Emma and Aidan.’

Praise for THE GUESTHOUSE AT LOBSTER BAY

‘This is such an involving and heart-warming book that it made me wish I could book into Emma’s guesthouse myself!’ – Sue Moorcroft

About Annie Robertson

Annie Robertson trained in London as a classical musician, then worked as an assistant for an Oscar winner, an acclaimed artist, a PR mogul and a Beatle. After several years of running errands for the rich and famous, she went to medical school where, hiding novels in anatomy textbooks, she discovered her true passion for writing, and went on to complete a Creative Writing MA with distinction. She is the author of MY MAMMA MIA SUMMER, IF HARRY MET SALLY AGAIN, and FOUR WEDDINGS AND A FESTIVAL, published by Orion.

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World Rights (All Languages) for MY MAMMA MIA SUMMER by Annie Robertson have been acquired by Harriet Bourton, Publisher at Orion Fiction, in a deal struck by Juliet Pickering.

Orion Fiction will publish in eBook first on 7 June 2018 and as a paperback original and in audio on 12 July 2018 to coincide with the film release of Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again.

A joyous, heart-warming summer read, MY MAMMA MIA SUMMER is perfect for fans of escapist women’s fiction and ABBA alike. When her beloved grandmother, Marnie, passes away, Laurel is left with a small inheritance and a note telling her to follow her dreams. Turning to her favourite film for inspiration, Laurel grabs her passport, dons her best dungarees, and jets off to Skopelos for her own Mamma Mia adventure. Laurel is having the life of her life – could this be where she truly belongs?

Annie’s previous novel, I HEART NORA, about an aspiring screenwriter who pens a sequel to When Harry Met Sally, was published in Germany (Blanvalet), the Netherlands (Singel Uitgeveijen), the Czech Republic (Albatros) and Slovakia (Metafora).

Harriet Bourton, editor said: ‘This is an irresistibly fun, feel-good story that practically packs itself into your suitcase! I was craving a romantic, sweet-natured escapist beach read and in MY MAMMA MIA SUMMER Annie delivers that in spades – as well as being so timely with the film just around the corner. This book has taught me that what can’t be captured in an ABBA pun isn’t worth saying.’

Juliet Pickering, said: ‘This is a gorgeous novel, full of adventure and sunshine, and I can’t think of a better match than Annie and the Orion Fiction team.’

Annie Robertson, author said: ‘I'm thrilled to have had the opportunity to work with Harriet and the fabulous team at Orion. I hope MY MAMMA MIA SUMMER will find a place in readers' hearts this summer.’

Annie Robertson trained in London as a classical musician, then worked as an assistant for an Oscar winner, an acclaimed artist, a PR mogul and a Beatle. After several years of running errands for the rich and famous, she went to medical school where, hiding novels in anatomy textbooks, she discovered her true passion for writing. She went on to complete a Creative Writing MA with distinction. Annie now lives back home in Scotland. When not writing she enjoys playing the piano, swimming with her son, visiting antiques markets with her husband, and walking her Basset Hounds.