Coelho's 'timeless' essays go to HarperCollins

HarperCollins will publish a collection of essays, Maktub, by Paulo Coelho in March 2024.  

Monica R Antunes at Sant Jordi Asociados acted as agent. HarperCollins publishing director Lydia Good bought UK and Commonwealth rights excluding Canada and Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). Executive editor at HarperOne Gabriella Page-Fort bought rights for the US and ANZ.

The book will be published in the US and Canada on March 5th 2024 and then in the UK, Australia and New Zealand and India.

“It gives me great joy to announce the new book, Maktub, by Paulo Coelho, an essential companion to his inspirational classic The Alchemist, will be published by the HarperOne imprint,” said Judith Curr, president and publisher of HarperOne Group, at HarperCollins in the US. 

"Following the path of his previous internationally bestselling works, this thoughtful collection of short, inspirational pieces is introduced in a foreword by the author.  This collection of timeless stories of reflection and rediscovery will engage seekers of all ages and resonate deeply with Paulo Coelho’s millions of followers.” 

Thorsons publishing director Lydia Good said: “We’re so lucky to have Paulo’s wonderful portfolio on the Thorsons list, and are delighted to have the opportunity to publish this new translation for his millions of dedicated readers. There’s real excitement around the world for the English edition of Maktub, and we’re honoured to be a part of it.”

Maktub is a collection of columns that Paulo Coelho published during a year in Folha de São Paulo, a Brazilian daily newspaper. They are a series of stories and parables inspired by folklore and explore different cultures’ wisdom.

Coelho said: “Maktub is not a book of advice – but an exchange of experiences. Each story offers an illuminated path to see life and the lives of our fellow people around the world in new ways, allowing us to tap into universal truths about our collective and individual humanity."