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Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt

A story about life, narrated by Death.

Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt

A story about life, narrated by Death.

Publication: July 2026

Death is a gentle and patient man named Travis, living in a grey town. He spends time with people in their final hours of life. And when he grows interested in a young midwife who lives across the hall, Travis starts to question the role of death in the world. This modern day novel will break your heart and put it back together.

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“This is one of the most affecting, original, and unforgettable novels I have ever read. Absolutely breathtaking.”
— Sarah Damoff, bestselling author of The Bright Years

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Published

Thu 2nd Jul 2026

Well, after 20 years of writing, and tearing my hair out, and wondering if my stories would ever go anywhere, I'm proud to say that today I am a traditionally published author.

It's a funny feeling because, of course, life goes on. You spend so long working towards a goal, and then it happens, and then what?

Thankfully, I've already prepared for that. I learnt a few years ago the things that truly matter in life. And while this is a big day, the best part will be having dinner tonight with the people I love.

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