Reasons to Stay Alive by Matt Haig

Reasons to Stay Alive by Matt Haig

*THE MIDNIGHT TRAIN, Matt Haig's new novel from the world of The Midnight Library, is out now*



10th anniversary edition, revised and updated with a new introduction from the author

THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
WINNER OF THE BOOKS ARE MY BAG READERS AWARD FOR NON-FICTION

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO FEEL TRULY ALIVE?

Aged 24, Matt Haig's world caved in. He could see no way to go on living. This is the true story of how he came through crisis, triumphed over an illness that almost destroyed him and learned to live again. It has helped millions of people do the same. Moving, funny and even joyous, these are the lessons Matt learned. His reasons to stay alive.

A very special book that has provided a beam of hope to so many in their darkest days -- DOLLY ALDERTON
Brilliant and salutary. . should be on prescription -- REV. RICHARD COLES
Warm and engaging, and shot through with humour . . . a valuable contribution to the conversation * * SUNDAY TIMES * *
Every word he says resonates -- FEARNE COTTON
I've had some of the most life-affirming experiences reading this book -- WILL POULTER
For anyone who has faced the black dog, or felt despair, this marvellous book is a real comfort, dealing sympathetically with depression, written with candour and from first-hand experience. I think it is a small masterpiece. It might even save lives -- JOANNA LUMLEY
An intensely individual, creative response to a period of profound crisis * * GUARDIAN * *
This book is permanently on my bedside table. It is a balm for my soul -- BRYONY GORDON
Short, positive, accessible * * DAILY MAIL * *
A really great read, and essential to our collective well-being -- JO BRAND

Matt Haig is the number one bestselling author of Reasons to Stay Alive, Notes on a Nervous Planet and six highly acclaimed novels for adults, including How to Stop Time, The Humans and The Radleys. Haig also writes award-winning books for children, including A Boy Called Christmas, which is being made into a feature film with an all-star cast. He has sold more than a million books in the UK and his work has been translated into over forty languages.

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SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9781837264629
ISBN 10	1837264627
Title	Reasons to Stay Alive
Author	Matt Haig
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Canongate Books
Year published	2025-02-27
Number of pages	288
Prizes	Winner of Books Are My Bag Readers Awards - Non-Fiction 2016 (UK)
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.