Meg Mason - Sophie, Standing There | Hardcover

From the Bestselling Author of Sorrow and Bliss

From the award-winning, bestselling author Meg Mason comes Sophie, Standing There, an achingly tender, poignant, funny, and bittersweet new novel. This contemporary fiction piece explores themes of love, loneliness, and the search for connection in unexpected places.

The story centers on Sophie Pattison, a kind and relentlessly positive person cherished by those around her. Despite having a supportive network, Sophie often spends her days alone, finding solace in the books she devours. Her life changes when she discovers an author whose work becomes a lifeline, offering a sense of company and solace that feels almost like love. This discovery sets Sophie on a path that could potentially change her entire life.

• A hilariously candid and raw narrative exploring love and loneliness.
• A moving examination of solitude and finding connection.
• Features the acclaimed writing style of Meg Mason, author of Sorrow and Bliss.

• Author: Meg Mason
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Print Length: 352 pages
• Publication Date: August 27, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1526664003
• ISBN-13: 978-1526664006
• Dimensions: 153 x 35 x 234 mm
• Weight: 788 g

Discover Meg Mason's dazzling talent in this bittersweet story of human connection.