Nicola Sturgeon has announced that her forthcoming memoir will be honest and frank about her “mistakes and troubles” as well as her “successes” as she revealed the book's title – Unabashed.
The former Scottish First Minister has been working on the book since at least 2023, when Pan Macmillan acquired the UK publishing rights in an auction that generated considerable interest.
Earlier this month, Ms Sturgeon expressed relief as she announced plans to stand down as an MP at the 2026 Holyrood election.
The book promises to be a “personal and revealing memoir” that charts Ms Sturgeon's journey from her working-class childhood in Ayrshire to becoming one of Scotland's most prominent politicians.
Although Ms Sturgeon has not made it explicit, the name “Frankly” may be a reference to comedian Janey Godley's famous line “Frank, open the door” – part of her off-screen parodies of Ms Sturgeon's coronavirus press briefings that have brought her viral fame during the pandemic.
In a social media post, the SNP MP revealed that Frankly is available to pre-order and will be released on August 14.
She noted: “I put my heart and soul into this book. It tells the story of my personal journey, sharing the extraordinary events that I have experienced and gone through.”
She added that it would be a behind-the-scenes look, including her interactions with “tongues.”
Ms Sturgeon continued: “The title reflects what the book is about: open, honest and forthright.
“About my mistakes and my sorrows, as well as my successes and achievements.”
Months after announcing her resignation as First Minister in February 2023, her husband and former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell was arrested in connection with a police investigation into the SNP's finances.
He was later arrested again and charged with allegedly embezzling party funds.
Ms Sturgeon was also arrested as part of the same investigation, as was former party treasurer Colin Beattie.
They were both released without charges pending further investigation.
Earlier this year, Ms Sturgeon said she and Mr Murrell had “decided to end” their marriage.
Sourse: breakingnews.ie
