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From the author of The Red Notebook, described as 'Parisian perfection' by HRH The Duchess of Cornwall, Red is My Heart is a stunning collection of words and images in collaboration with Parisian street artist, Le Sonneur, about how to mend a broken heart.
'Enchanting' Washington Post
How can you mend a broken heart? Do you write a letter to the woman who left you - and post it to an imaginary address? Buy a new watch, to reset your life? Or get rid of the jacket you wore every time you argued, because it was in some way ... responsible?
Combining the wry musings of a rejected lover with playful drawings in just three colours - red, black and white - bestselling author of The Red Notebook, Antoine Laurain, and renowned street artist Le Sonneur have created a striking addition to the literature of unrequited love.
Sharp, yet warm, whimsical and deeply Parisian, this is a must for all Antoine Laurain fans.
About the author
Antoine Laurain is the award-winning author of nine novels including The Red Notebook (Indie Next, MIBA bestseller) and The President’s Hat (Waterstones Book Club, Indies Introduce). His books have been translated into 25 languages and sold more than 200,000 copies in English. He lives in Paris.Le Sonneur is a contemporary Parisian artist. His work tells the story of Paris and the people who live there. His artwork is often placed in public spaces with an invitation to passers-by to interact with the work, for example by picking up a key or calling a telephone number. As well as in Paris, his work has been exhibited in Tokyo, Berlin, Melbourne and Dubai.
Jane Aitken is a publisher and translator from the French.
Summary
From the author of The Red Notebook, described as 'Parisian perfection' by HRH The Duchess of Cornwall, Red is My Heart is a stunning collection of words and images in collaboration with Parisian street artist, Le Sonneur, about how to mend a broken heart.
'Enchanting' Washington Post
How can you mend a broken heart? Do you write a letter to the woman who left you – and post it to an imaginary address? Buy a new watch, to reset your life? Or get rid of the jacket you wore every time you argued, because it was in some way … responsible?
Combining the wry musings of a rejected lover with playful drawings in just three colours – red, black and white – bestselling author of The Red Notebook, Antoine Laurain, and renowned street artist Le Sonneur have created a striking addition to the literature of unrequited love.
Sharp, yet warm, whimsical and deeply Parisian, this is a must for all Antoine Laurain fans.
Foreword
Early copies available for booksellers and influencers. Blads available. EBook will be available at the same time as print publication, and will be promoted together. Promotion of Laurain's backlist ebooks through bookbub, Amazon and Glassboxx. Promotion through Gallic Books website and author website. Promotion across social media including facebook, twitter and instagram. Promotion via blog tour and influencer features. UK and USA newspapers and magazines targeted for review with focus on Laurain's existing supporters.
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'Enchanting... A heartbroken lover’s obsession with his ex is reflected in both images and words’ Washington Post
‘An emotive, striking trip through the barbs and empty spaces of a heartbreak’ Foreword Reviews
‘Classic Laurain: a very short, off-the wall novel’ SAGA Magazine
‘[Laurain is] famed for the eccentric yet elegant whimsicality of his novels’ Sunday Times
Praise for Antoine Laurain
‘A master storyteller’ Huffington Post
‘Soaked in Parisian atmosphere … will have you rushing to the Eurostar post-haste’ Daily Mail
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'Enchanting... A heartbroken lover's obsession with his ex is reflected in both images and words' Washington Post
'An emotive, striking trip through the barbs and empty spaces of a heartbreak' Foreword Reviews
'Classic Laurain: a very short, off-the wall novel' SAGA Magazine
'[Laurain is] famed for the eccentric yet elegant whimsicality of his novels' Sunday Times
Praise for Antoine Laurain
'A master storyteller' Huffington Post
'Soaked in Parisian atmosphere ... will have you rushing to the Eurostar post-haste' Daily Mail
