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WHO WE ARE Trigger Publishing is an altruistic mental health and wellbeing publisher, recognised within the industry and beyond for its innovative approach to publishing. We share uplifting and inspirational mental health stories and publish self-help books to aid people in their own recovery, using the expertise and endorsement of highly qualified clinicians. Every transformative narrative we tell – and every piece of lifesaving advice we give – helps people with mental health issues not only to survive, but thrive. Read on to learn about our exciting new releases for 2019 ...
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New Release Highlights
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Love, Interrupted Simon Thomas Navigating Grief One Day at a Time £12.99 | Demy Paperback | 9781789561043 | 13/06/19
When Simon Thomas lost the woman he had loved for 16 years, the future he had imagined for their happy family disappeared for ever. Gemma died from acute myeloid leukaemia, just three days after being diagnosed. Afterwards, Simon didn’t know how to carry on. He just knew that, for the sake of his son, he had to find a way ...
In that one moment, Gemma, the mother, the daughter, the sister and friend, the mother of my boy, and the woman I had loved for 16 years, was gone.
Love, Interrupted tells the story of a man deeply traumatised by the death of his soul mate. It asks some hard questions about how you carry on when the light of your life has been extinguished. But it also gives immense hope to anybody who has been bereaved. Simon is still learning how to live without Gemma, but the lessons he’s already learnt have given him so much more hope for the future. Simon Thomas has been a highly successful TV Broadcaster for nearly 20 years – for Blue Peter and Sky Sports. Away from television, Simon has hosted live football and cricket events, the London 2012 Olympic Games, and the Grand Prix. He is a lifelong Norwich City Fan, and now the proud President of the charity Bloodwise UK, a cause extremely close to his heart.
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Another Peak
Alex Staniforth Everest is Not the Only Summit
£11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781789560770| 04/07/19
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Reaching Everest was always the dream, but after an avalanche stopped Alex the first time and an earthquake the second, he had to take a step back. But even as he climbed down, he couldn’t stop wondering ‘What’s next?’ But a history of anxiety, depression, and eating disorders rears its multiple heads once more, making this the hardest thing Alex has ever had to do. Finding himself alone too often, with only his thoughts for company, it becomes less of a fight of man and nature and more of man and mind. Alex Staniforth is a young inspirational speaker, adventurer, endurance athlete, and mental health advocate from Cheshire. He is the fastest person ever to climb all 100 UK county tops. He is an ambassador for YHA England & Wales, PHASE Worldwide, and won the Pride of Britain Granada Reports Fundraiser of the Year. He has raised over £85,000 for charities so far, and was shortlisted for the Cycling Weekly ‘Best Charitable Initiative’ Award 2018.
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WELLBEING SERIES by Dr. Dominique Thompson £5.99 | A Format |16/04/19
Depression @ University
Anxiety @ University
Staying Well and Safe @ University
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Dr Dominique Thompson has worked with university students for nearly two decades, and in 2017, contributed towards a landmark report on student wellbeing across the nation. Dominique is also involved in the Mental Wellbeing in Higher Education working group of Universities UK. As well as providing training to university staff, Dominique now works with universities across the UK on their mental health strategies.
The Student Wellbeing Series will launch in the spring of 2019, with the first four books in the series: Anxiety; Depression; Staying Well and Safe; and Resourcefulness at University. These illustrated, easy-to-read pocket guides will offer advice, practical tips, and useful exercises for students, ensuring that they have the tools they need to understand the sources of their particular mental health issue and can take steps to reclaim their life from its debilitating effects. The books will include direct involvement from students themselves, and Trigger is partnering with several local universities to ensure the books are developed with student input from the outset.
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An additional four books are scheduled for publication at the end of 2019, covering issues such as eating disorders, loneliness, stress, and supporting friends with mental health issues.
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Barber Talk
Tom Chapman Taking Pride in Men’s Mental Health £11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781912478217| 28/03/19
When he suddenly lost a friend to suicide, Tom knew that he wanted to do something to change the culture around men’s mental health. Through his work as a barber, he recognised how important it was to encourage men to talk to each other. He knew that if he could just help men to open up, then perhaps he could save lives. And so, the ‘Lions Barber Collective’ was born: an international group of top barbers, all of whom came together to encourage conversation and help raise awareness for the prevention of suicide.
“Tom speaks straight from the heart, and I was gripped throughout. I’ve no doubt Tom’s wonderful book will help many, many people for years to come.” - Jonny Benjamin, author of The Stranger on the Bridge
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Rattled Jen S. Wight
Overcoming Postpartum Psychosis £11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781789560725| 21/03/19
Parenthood brings sleepless nights, tears and tantrums, nappy changes from hell, and the firm belief that you’re Cameron Diaz … wait, what?! New mum, Jen Wight, definitely wasn’t expecting that. But after her son was born, her worldview shifted in strange and unexpected ways. Within weeks, Jen found herself living a very different life – working out the deeper connections underpinning existence, and discussing strategy with Barack Obama. The problem is, no one else could see what she saw. Not even her next-door neighbour, Renée Zellweger! Rattled tells the extraordinary story of how Jen overcame her manic episodes – caused by postpartum psychosis - and beat her postpartum depression to become the loving, caring, wonderful mother she is today.
“Jen charts the territory of post-natal psychosis and depression with great courage, vision and wit.” - Juliet Stevenson CBE, award-winning actress
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That Lightbulb Moment Paul Scates
Discovering Mental Wealth ÂŁ11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781912478385 | 31/10/19 After his idyllic childhood on the Bournemouth coast was shattered by child sexual abuse and drug dependence, Paul saw no other way to escape the pressures of life and threw himself out of a thirdstorey window when he was 17 years old. Having survived the ordeal and endured more years of anguish, Paul spent the next few years trying to pick himself up after a serious mental breakdown. He spent his twenties working hard and playing hard, often finding himself under the care of mental health professionals in a bid to find peace in his own mind. One day, a doctor in the hospital confessed to Paul that he had suffered with his mental health in the past. This inspired Paul to play an active role in his own recovery. Now working in the field of mental health as a counsellor and public speaker, he spends his days determined to help others in order to give back to the community.
The remarkable triumph over childhood trauma from a leading mental health figurehead.
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The Pocket Book Series For when life gets a little tough
Filled with inprirational quotes from some of the most well-known minds, our Pocket Books will help you find equilibrium. Whether it’s balance, wisdom, resilience or compassion you need, these little books help to restore, reset and revive your day-to-day life. Price: £5.99 Format: Hardback Balance ISBN 9781789561371 Compassion ISBN 9781789561401 Resilience ISBN 9781789561388 Wisdom ISBN 9781789561395 Release date: 28/11/19
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2019 Releases
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WHEN THE BOUGH BREAKS Ali Sanders
The Pursuit of Motherhood £11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781789560114 | 20/06/19 Following fertility issues, Ali Sanders decided to adopt twin boys. But just days after they brought the babies home, Ali discovered that she was pregnant, and had to give the twins back. Having spiralled into severe depression and a re-emergence of overpowering OCD, this inspirational tale tells the story of unimaginable heartbreak, and finding the road back to a fulfilling family life.
LOST BOY FOUND Andrew Puccetti
Redrawing the Lines of My Life £11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781912478347 | 16/08/19 Andrew Puccetti’s life seemed perfect: his parents were happily married and his childhood was good. But then Andrew began to suffer from intense hypochondria and anxiety. He recovered, but after coming out to his family the OCD returned and Andrew was admitted to a psychiatric hospital. In Lost Boy Found, Andrew tells the brave story of how he overcame it all to become the person he is today.
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BREAKDOWN AND REPAIR Mark Simmonds
A Father’s Tale of Stress and Success £11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781912478996 | 25/03/19 After making what seemed like the right move in his career, Mark Simmonds suffered from increasing levels of stress and anxiety, leading to his nervous breakdown. But then his world fell apart for a second time when his daughter, Emily, became anorexic. Finding strength he never knew he had, Mark fought alongside Emily, both lost, both scared, but finding solace in one other.
“I loved this book and devoured it in a single day. It is an important addition to the literature of mental health and mental illness.” - Alastair Campbell
“... invaluable.” - Janet Treasure OBE
Praise for BREAKDOWN AND REPAIR
Every story that we share is like sending a lifeboat out into the ocean for those who are suffering in silence. Thanks Mark, for sending out another lifeboat.
- Geoff McDonald
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I‘LL BE RIGHT BACK Tova Feinman
Parenting with Mental Illness £11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781789560411| 19/09/19 It’s hard enough to deal with your own childhood trauma, let alone being a parent yourself.
LOVE AND OTHER GODS Michael Nangla
£11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781789560824 | 24/10/19 On the road to finding love, Michael found psychosis instead.
BRING ME TO LIGHT Eleanor Segall
Stepping Out of the Shadows of Mental Illness £11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781789560367 | 5/11/19 Battling bipolar disorder and social anxiety, a young girl strives to find her place in the Jewish community.
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NEW FOR 2020 TRIGGER’S FIRST CHILDREN’S IMPRINT We are excited to announce a brand new imprint which will publish a range of books to help children understand and explore their own mental health. Look out for our first children’s titles coming early 2020.
MIND OVER MOUNTAIN Robbie Kojetin
£11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781789561050 | 7/11/19 After overcoming mental and physical ill-health, Robby conquers the highest mountain on earth.
UNKNOWN FORCES Pete Roberts
Battling my Intrusive Thoughts £11.99 | Trade Paperback | 9781789561067 | 21/11/19 A father beset by horrific intrusive thoughts struggles to reconcile RAF and family life.
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The Definitive Guides to Recovery Easy to use self-help guides based on real experiences and expert advice £14.99 | Trade Paperback | 12/09/19
OCD, Anxiety and Related Depression was rated the UK’s No 1
innovative self-help book to support mental health recovery by Young Enterprise
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“Being in control of your mental health and understanding your own mental health wellbeing just makes everything in life better – it’s that simple.” - Adam Shaw
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This refreshing range of self-help guides combine real-life stories and expert advice to provide help and guidance to anyone suffering from body dysmorphia, OCD or postpartum depression. Developed by clinical pyschologists with expertise in each area, these guides offer approachable, straight-forward and easy to use tools to combat some of the most common and destructive mental illnesses. This range is essential reading for anyone suffering from, or supporting a loved one through, these devastating mental health issues.
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PULLING THE TRIGGER BACKLIST
Social Media and Mental Health Handbook for Parents and Teachers Dr. Claire Edwards £5.99 | 9781911246695
Social Media and Mental Health Handbook for Teens Dr. Claire Edwards £5.99 | 9781911246374
Doing Single Well A Guide to Living, Loving and Dating Without Compromise Gemma Cribb £14.99 | 9781912478057
TRANS Exploring Gender Identity and Gender Dysphoria Dr. Az Hakeem £14.99 | 9781911246497
WATCH THIS SPACE In 2020, we will be publishing additional titles in the Definitive Guides to Recovery range with a focus on: DEPRESSION EATING PROBLEMS
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STRESS ADDICTION
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Anxiety, Worry, OCD & Panic Attacks: The Complete Guide for your Family The Definitive Survival and Recovery Approach Lauren Callaghan & Adam Shaw £14.99 | 9781911246053
INSPIRATIONAL SERIES BACKLIST | £11.99
The Mad Traveller Waking Up From Fugue Imogen Groome 9781911246695
Liar Laurie Breaking the Silence on Sexual Assault Laurie Katz 9781911246374
Geek Magnifique Finding the Logic in my OCD Melissa Boyle 9781912478019
Sound Mind My Bipolar Journey from Chaos to Composure Erika Nielsen 9781912478651
Depression in a Digital Age The Highs and Lows of Perfectionism Fiona Thomas 9781912478507
Beautiful Chaos A Life Worth Living with Bipolar Ali Douglas 9781789560060
This Too Will Pass Anxiety in a Professional World Richard Martin 9781911246411
Within the White Lines How the Beautiful Game Saved My Life Ruth Fox 9781912478606
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Unbroken Learning to Live Beyond Diagnosis Alexis Quinn 9781912478941
Every Trich in the Book Overcoming My Hair Pulling Disorder Cara Ward 9781912478309
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Stronger. Braver. Wiser. How My #MeToo Story Helped Me Thrive Jennifer Potter 9781912478880
Stripped Bare Swapping Credit for Compassion Sharon Bull 9781912478545
Man Up Man Down Standing Up to Suicide Paul McGregor 9781912478460
Burlesque or Bust Bringing My Mental Health to Heel Sapphira 9781912478422
Stress in the City Playing My Way Out of Depression Enoch Li 9781911246978
Running with Robins Bereaved, Not Broken Gemma Bell 9781911246893
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Daddy Blues Postnatal Depression and Fatherhood Mark Williams 9781911246770
Sex, Suicide and Serotonin Taking Myself Apart, Putting Myself Back Together Debbie Hampton 9781912478262
Must Try Harder Adventures in Anxiety Paula McGuire 9781911246855
Today Just Like Yesterday Defying Dysthymia One Challenge at a Time Richard Kirby 9781911246619
Love and Remission My Life, My Man, My Cancer Annie Belasco 9781911246732
Teacup in a Storm Finding My Psychiatrist Tova Feinman 9781911246817
A Series of Unfortunate Stereotypes Naming and Shaming Mental Health Stigmas Lucy Nichol 9781911246657
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Walk a Mile Tales of a Wandering Loon Chris Young 9781911246534
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NEW COVER COMING SOON
Shiny Happy Person Finding the Sun Between Clouds of Depression Terri Cox 9781911246459
Life After Care From Lost Cause to MBE Mark Edwards 9781911246190
Searching for Brighter Days Learning to Manage My Bipolar Brain Karen Manton 9781911246572
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Stand Tall Little Girl Facing Up to Anorexia Hope Virgo 9781911246152
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OUR CHARITY PARTNERS Proceeds from all Trigger books go directly to The Shaw Mind Foundation, a global charity that focuses entirely on mental health. The Shaw Mind Foundation was set up by Adam Shaw in order to open conversations around the globe to support sufferers. It is the parent organisation to Trigger, and a large proportion of the proceeds from the books published go towards funding the work The Shaw Mind Foundation do to help adults, children and families with their mental health.
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