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She Wanted More

By: Poorna Bell
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 AS SEEN ON FEARNE COTTON'S HAPPY PLACE PODCAST AND FEATURED IN SUNDAY TIMES STYLE AND GRAZIA

'Full of wisdom and vulnerability' CARIAD LLOYD
'An urgent, empowering read' FEARNE COTTON
'A guide for living according to our own desires and drives, rather than patriarchal dictates aimed at minimising us' SARI BOTTON

*The new book for women who want to live differently - featuring interviews with fascinating, inspirational women from all walks of life*

When Poorna Bell found herself at the height of grief in her mid-thirties, she spent each day just trying to survive. As her new self began to emerge back into the world, she realised she had spent a lifetime playing by the rules that had been set for women.

But who set these rules? And why? In her powerful, inspirational new book, Poorna Bell asks you to reimagine your future. To know that you can write your own story - to find the confidence to live exactly as you want to, and reclaim your joy. To discover that if you want more, you can get it.

Join Poorna as she paves the way for a new future, including interviews with Marian Keyes, Asma Khan, Hollie McNish, Mariella Frostrup, Heidi Clements, Luisa Dunn, Cindy Gallop, Seema Anand, Catherine Gray, Sam Baker, Jennifer Cox and more.©2025 Poorna Bell (P)2025 Bonnier Books UK Gender Studies Human Sexuality Love, Dating & Attraction Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Relationships Self-Esteem Social Sciences
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… for all ages - especially women 25+. I will be buying this for a lot of my friends.

Essential reading

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Poorna’s writing but also delivery is just fantastic. Feeling at a low in my early 40s this book has been empowering but also enlightening, like the light bulb turned on and I realised the little things that have accumulated over time that has brought me to this feeling. I’m ready to find me again, revolutionise my marriage and move forward happier in my self. I’ve more than half my life left, I’m determined to make it happier and fulfilled. Warning there’s plenty of swearing which I appreciate but it’s a listen in private

What I needed to listen to in my early 40s

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I absolutely loved listening to this book, it was inspirational, affirming and powerful. I liked the personal stories and opinions of the author alongside evidence and accounts from other women.

A must read for all women over 30!

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Thank you so much for writing a book that has validated the way I have felt for a LONG time! I've fought against so much trauma wise in my life and to finally listen to this bible at 34 was something i didn't know i needed and have needed my whole life. I will live and continue to live by my own rules and the rules you so free fully encourage. You are the inspirational queen we all needed from a little girl ♥️

Poorna you have elevated my life!

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I listened to the whole book in one sitting. Beautifully written and flying the flag for strong women. As a woman approaching 50, the reminder that we have agency and that don’t need to fade into the background as we age, but can take up space.
Loved it x

An Uplifting Read - Essential for Women in midlife!

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