Black & White acquires Purcell's The Hike Life

Black & White Publishing has acquired The Hike Life: My 50 Favourite Hikes in Ireland by Irish broadcaster and adventurer Rozanna Purcell. 

World rights were acquired by publishing director Ali McBride from Nora Millar at The Millar Agency. It will publish in October 2023.  

Purcell said: “I’m delighted to finally be able to announce this book, it’s been two years in the making and it’s one of the proudest things I’ve created. I get so much enjoyment from hiking in Ireland. I really hope this book gives others the push to fall in love with hiking and Ireland too.” 

McBride said: “Rozanna has such a positive attitude towards life — you can see it clearly in the community she has built. The Hike Life is an essential guide, perfect for all fans of the outdoors, from beginners to intrepid explorers. Her passion for the natural world shines through, detailing the mental and physical benefits it brings us. We’re delighted to be publishing her first hiking book and The Hike Life is literally a breath of fresh air.”