Publisher Kathryn Taussig has acquired World English rights in ebook, paperback and audio from Hayley Steed of Janklow & Nesbitt for A Perfect Summer in Starshine Cove, the heartwarming new novel from bestselling author Debbie Johnson.
When Suzie returns to Starshine Cove after years away, she’s bracing herself for an awkward trip down memory lane… but she never expects to rediscover herself, or to fall head over heels in love. A Perfect Summer in Starshine Cove is book five in Debbie’s bestselling Dorset-set series, and will publish in June 2026.
Debbie Johnson is the author of the Starshine Cove and The Comfort Food Cafe series and has sold over a million copies across all her publishing.
Debbie Johnson said:
“I’m absolutely thrilled to be continuing my publishing journey with the fantastic team at Storm – returning to Starshine Cove is always a pleasure, and I’m so happy to be sharing more stories with my readers.”
Kathryn Taussig commented:
“Debbie has such a gift for creating characters and settings that readers fall completely in love with, and A Perfect Summer in Starshine Cove is no exception. This book is pure escapism – warm, romantic, very funny and utterly charming. I’m so excited to return to Starshine Cove and to share this beautiful story with her many, many fans!”
For more information about Debbie’s new releases, you can check out her X and Facebook.
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