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How to Face Big Change

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How do you rebuild your life when suddenly everything changes?

How do you make sense of this new world, this path you didn’t know you had to walk down?

When you are sideswiped by a catastrophic sh*t show, the prospect of putting the pieces back together can feel utterly impossible. In these difficult times, we seek comfort and guidance – a way through the pain – and this book will do just that.

Led by the author’s own journey from a chain-smoking mess to a marathon-running nerd, as well as other women who have faced life’s biggest challenges and grown stronger through them, you’ll discover ways to find joy and laughter once again.

With heart-warming stories and hilarious confessions, as well as practical wisdom and advice, How to Face Big Change is full of courage, hugs and hope. See this book as a glorious group of friends cheering you on to get back up and come back stronger.

'This brilliant book is like chatting to a good, wise friend' – Philippa Perry

© Helen Thorn 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026

Critics Review

This brilliant book is like chatting to a good, wise friend
Philippa Perry
I would trust Helen to hold my hand and make me laugh whilst the world fell to pieces.
Jenny Eclair
Gritty, wise and inspiring
Bryony Gordon
A beacon of hope and comfort
Anna Williamson
Helen has shown that when the unexpected is chucked at you, life can suddenly show up in technicolour.
Giovanna Fletcher
Author Helen Thorn
Narrator Helen Thorn
Duration 7 hours and 30 minutes
Release Date
ISBN 9781529943313
Format Audiobook
Publisher Ebury Publishing
Genre Assertiveness, motivation, self-esteem and positive mental attitude, Dating, relationships, living together and marriage: advice and issues, Separation and divorce: advice and issues
Availability AU, GB, IE, US

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