{"title":"Joe Portman","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of Joe Portman, a captivating voice in the world of general fiction. Known for his compelling storytelling and vivid character development, Joe Portman has carved a niche for himself among contemporary readers. With an ability to weave intricate narratives, his work dives deep into the human experience, often exploring themes of identity, relationships, and self-discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eSeparation for Beginners\u003c\/em\u003e. This novel delicately balances humour and introspection as it navigates the often messy complexities of starting over. Through relatable characters and engaging plots, Portman shines a light on the difficult yet sometimes liberating path to redefining one’s life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for readers who appreciate a dash of realism in their fiction, Joe Portman's books offer a reflective escape that leaves a memorable impact. Explore his collection today and immerse yourself in stories that are as thought-provoking as they are entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"separation-for-beginners-by-joe-portman-9781802793116","title":"Separation for Beginners","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e'I laughed. I cried. I loved it' - Jack Dee\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not what Pete thought middle-age would be like. His marriage is over, his business is on its last breaths and he's spending more time than is healthy in a dressing gown. So when his 23-year-old daughter Susie needs to move back home, it's like a glorious ray of sunshine has found him at last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcept that she brings Niall with her. Niall: the boyfriend. Niall: a druid gardener who inexplicably only works from home. Niall: the annoying shadow that follows Susie everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGetting Niall out of the house becomes Pete's new purpose in life. But as he tries to bring Niall's flaws to the surface, Pete is forced to admit he's far from perfect himself. And spending time with this oddball—as awkward as it may be—is making Pete open up in ways he'd long shut down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSeparation for Beginners\u003c\/i\u003e is a warm and wise novel about facing old heartaches and finding new friends, in the unlikeliest of places...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eThis uplifting, laugh-out-loud funny read about new beginnings is perfect for fans of David Nicholls, Beth O'Leary and Marian Keyes.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Sharp-witted, self-deprecating and honest, had me laughing from start to finish' - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Sharp and heart-warming' - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/i\u003e, Fiction Books of the Year\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46714681229548,"sku":"9781802793116","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24031253482829.jpg?v=1754362679"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/joe-portman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}