Penguin Life scoops 'transformative' guide in three-book deal with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Penguin Life has signed the latest book from Dr Rangan Chatterjee, Make Change That Lasts, due January 2025.

Editorial director Emily Robertson signed Chatterjee’s sixth book from Will Francis at Janklow and Nesbitt and this is the first in a new three-book deal. It which will be published on 2nd January 2025.

Chatterjee signed with Penguin Life for his first book, The Four Pillar Plan, in 2017 and since then all five of his books have become Sunday Times bestsellers. He hosts the number Health podcast on Apple, "Feel Better, Live More", and his last book, Happy Mind Happy Life, was his biggest launch to date, spending three weeks at the top spot on the Sunday Times bestsellers list on publication.

Penguin Life said: “Chatterjee’s advice has evolved from the practical lifestyle advice of his earlier books and Make Change That Lasts is his most reflective book to date. He argues that we all know how to make better choices for our own health, so the key to healthier habits is understanding why we do what we do.

“This book asks us to look deeper at what is driving our unhealthy habits and provides simple ways that we can all break free of them. Blending ancient philosophy with a deep understanding of health Dr Chatterjee provides a personalized approach and simple techniques for reducing our reliance on the chaotic and uncertain outside world – and helps us become an expert in ourselves to finally unlock true, long-lasting health and happiness."

Amy McWalters, senior commissioning editor who covering for Robertson’s parental leave, said: “Rangan is such an inspiring author to work with; his dedication to providing new and innovative ways to improve his readers’ health knows no bounds and this book goes one step further than ever before. It is a truly transformative book that will help every reader feel more in control of their life and their health, and I can’t wait for people to read it.”Chatterjee added: “I’m more excited about this book than any other I’ve released. As health and wellbeing advice has become more blurred and confusing, this book tackles what is often not discussed; why we can’t make the changes that we know will improve our health and happiness. I believe we can all make those changes when we understand our why, and this book will help you find yours.”