One More Chapter is an innovative, award-winning
digital-first publishing division of HarperCollins UK. Launched with a clear
and ambitious vision, the imprint is dedicated to publishing
"unputdownable" commercial fiction that keeps readers turning pages
late into the night. Operating with the agile, fast-paced mentality of a
startup while benefiting from the robust commercial expertise of a global
publishing powerhouse, One More Chapter has firmly established itself as a
leading destination for trend-setting, highly engaging literature. Their core
mission is to close the gap between authors and their readers, delivering
compelling stories globally across eBook, audio, and print formats.
A Digital-First Approach
The foundation of One More Chapter rests on its ability to
react rapidly to global reading trends and digital market shifts. While
traditional publishing can often be a slow and arduous process, this division
thrives on speed and accessibility. By championing a digital-first model, they
are able to bring fresh, unique voices to the market much faster, identifying
exactly what readers crave and delivering it directly to their devices. This
forward-thinking strategy has allowed the imprint to build a dynamic, highly
interactive community of book lovers who are constantly seeking their next
great escape.
Genres and Bestselling Authors
One More Chapter boasts a diverse and vibrant catalog that
spans all major commercial fiction genres. Their list features everything from
swoon-worthy contemporary romances and romantic comedies to heart-stopping
crime thrillers, gripping historical sagas, and young adult crossovers. The
imprint is the proud home to numerous USA Today and Sunday Times
bestselling authors.
Notable successes include Debbie Johnson, whose
beloved Comfort Food Café series has sold well over a million copies,
alongside globally recognized names like Evie Woods, Julie Caplin,
Glynis Peters, Carissa Ann Lynch, and Sue Fortin. The
imprint also frequently works alongside powerhouse established authors such as T.M.
Logan and Nicholas Sparks, further cementing its prestige in the
commercial fiction landscape.
Leadership and Discovering New Voices
At the helm of this dynamic division is Publisher Charlotte
Ledger, who has been instrumental in shaping the imprint’s identity and
ongoing success. A two-time winner of the Romantic Novelist Association’s
Publisher of the Year award, Ledger is a fierce champion for digital publishing
and fresh, unique voices. She is supported by a dedicated editorial team,
including Editorial Director Jennie Rothwell, who actively seeks out
gripping new perspectives, dark thrillers with unreliable narrators, and
contemporary, zeitgeisty romances.
Together, the team prides itself on discovering hidden gems.
They frequently utilize open submission portals to unearth talented, unagented
writers and stories from underrepresented voices that might otherwise be
overlooked by traditional industry gatekeepers.
Bridging the Gap
Today, One More Chapter continues to thrive as a
vital bridge between talented storytellers and an eager global audience. By
balancing the prestigious backing of HarperCollins with a modern,
community-driven digital strategy, the publisher remains at the forefront of
the commercial fiction market. Whether readers are looking for a comforting
romance to sink into or a twist-filled thriller to keep them on the edge of
their seats, One More Chapter consistently delivers on its core promise:
ensuring that the next great read is always just a page away.
