Ten years of storytelling has left me with a cherished collection of my published works, including some truly special first editions. Today, I'm thrilled to share that I'm opening my private collection to readers through my Shopify store, offering these unique pieces of my writing journey.
Among these treasures, you'll find the original 2013 edition of The Englishman (later renamed The English Heart)—my debut novel that holds a particularly special place in my heart. This larger-format paperback features a striking sepia cover with the 'real' Englishman aboard HMS Apollo in 1987. I still remember the surreal feeling of holding that first copy, seeing my words bound within those beautiful covers.
The collection also includes the first edition of The Navy Wife (now The Faithful Heart), a sequel born from readers' enthusiasm and shaped by my own diary entries from my time as a young naval wife. While Kaisa's story is fictional, my personal experiences helped create an authentic portrayal of a military spouse's challenges.
The first edition of the third book in this series, The Good Officer (now titled The Good Heart) is also included in the new selection of books and features Jessica Bell's distinctive cover design. This book brought Kaisa and Peter's story to a happy place, taking readers back to Helsinki for an emotional journey toward reconciliation.
Each book in my store (helenahalmebooks.com) comes with free UK shipping, and I'm happy to personally sign and dedicate your copies - just email me within 24 hours of purchase. While I can only ship within the UK, these rare editions make perfect Christmas gifts for the book lovers in your life.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of literary history from my personal collection. There are more special editions in the store, including other books with Jessica Bell's beautiful designs. All these books are availbale in limited quantities, making them truly exclusive additions to any bookshelf. 🎁📚
Go here to browse all the special and first edition books: https://helenahalmebooks.com/collections/special-and-first-edition-paperback-books
Happy shopping!