Article Source: Sophie Gravia
Last Updated: 23 May 2023 11:07
It's the stuff of dreams. When NHS nurse Sophie Gravia started a blog based on her real-life dating disasters, she had no idea her romantic nightmares would lead her to become a best-selling author of not one, but two comedy novels.
The greatly anticipated third and final instalment of the hilarious series, which features the lead protagonist, Zara, is called Meet Me in Milan and is now available to pre-order as it will be released on August 17th.
Sophie's debut novel A Glasgow Kiss became a word-of-mouth phenomenon when it was released in December 2020, securing her the no1 best-seller spot on Amazon, at one point, outselling the Fifty Shades of Grey series.
And when she later launched the follow-up novel What Happens in Dubai in August 2022, it also shot straight to number one in the Amazon book charts, securing another best-selling novel for Gravia.
Her books have become a global sensation, racking up sales of almost 250,000, and both books have been translated into foreign languages for Hungarian and Lebanese readers.
Sophie said: “I never dreamed of how many people would read and relate to my books! When I began writing it for the fun of it, and now it has completely changed my life. I am so excited to get Meet Me in Milan out there for my readers in August, it is by far my favourite of the trilogy, and I think it finishes off the series perfectly. So be prepared for plenty of fun, filth and heart-warming friendships!”
Her books are hugely popular with women of all ages, and surprisingly, she has a fan base of young men who also enjoy Zara’s dating antics, which many have said is "an education!".
Sophie said: “Guys seem to love these books just as much as the ladies! I get a lot of messages from men who have devoured it on their Kindle or listened to the audio versions on their way to work. I think it's relatable to most people and gives them an insight into the female mind.”
To celebrate the launch of Meet Me in Milan, Sophie is hosting an exclusive launch party in Glasgow on Sunday, August 20th with Clyde 1's Amber Zoe. Whitley Neill Gin sponsors the event, there’s live music, an interview with Sophie, Q&A session and a goody bag. Tickets are limited to 200 guests. For more details, follow Sophie on Instagram.
Meet Me in Milan is available to pre-order from Amazon here.
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