Meghan Markle’s team has reportedly been exploring the prospect of a book detailing her life after a potential divorce from Prince Harry, despite the couple still being together. Sources close to Markle disclosed that discussions occurred with an undisclosed publishing company to assess interest in such a project, as reported by Vanity Fair. The specifics on when these discussions took place remain unclear.
Insiders indicated that the focus of the proposed book would be Markle’s experiences following a separation from Harry, rather than recounting her previous marriage to Trevor Engelson, which ended in 2014. It was emphasized that the project was not intended to address divorce in general.
However, it’s crucial to note that these publishing talks do not imply that the Sussexes are on the brink of separation, but rather served to consider theoretical interest in a book, should the need arise. A separate source acknowledged that Markle would likely have been approached by the publisher, rather than initiating the discussions herself.
According to Vanity Fair, no formal offer was made, and no manuscript was developed as there was no actual divorce scenario to articulate. There have been previous reports indicating that the Sussexes have a four-book deal with Penguin Random House, yet Markle has only published a children’s book to date.
The rumors about Markle’s forthcoming book emerge amidst speculation about marital discord between her and Harry. In late 2024, observers noted that the couple had not been seen together publicly for several weeks, prompting royal commentators to suggest that their relationship was strained. Royal biographer Angela Levin elaborated on this, raising doubts about their professional collaboration and hinting at deeper issues.
Addressing the swirling rumors, Harry spoke at the 2024 DealBook Summit and expressed disbelief over the constant speculation, joking that reports of their home purchases and alleged divorces were exaggerated. He lamented about the challenges of keeping track of such unfounded claims, pointing out that the focus should be on the negativity directed towards the couple rather than their relationship.
Despite the gossip, a source shared with Vanity Fair that the couple remains infatuated with one another, likening their rapport to that of couples who make it clear they are smitten in each other’s presence.
Markle, aged 43, and Harry, aged 40, exchanged vows in 2018 and are parents to two young children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. The couple has faced ongoing public scrutiny since their decision to step back from royal duties in 2020, often sharing candid insights into their experiences within the royal family. However, they have also faced backlash from former staff, with allegations of Markle displaying unkind behavior towards employees.
In summary, while the idea of a book exploring life after divorce has been floated, both Markle’s and Harry’s representatives have not commented on the potential project, leaving many questions about their future together unanswered.
