I'm Fine (But Not Really): What Men Need to Know, Without Going to Therapy

The book women wish men would read — Dawn O’Porter, writer and presenter

This is the kind of book many men wish they’d had years ago. It’s honest, accessible and doesn’t overcomplicate things – it just helps you understand what’s going on and to find a way forward that feels manageable. It cuts through the noise and actually speaks to men in a way that lands. A really important and timely read. It’s certainly a book I wish I’d had earlier in my life – especially as someone who hasn’t always been quick to admit when something’s not right, or to ask for help — Jimmy Doherty, presenter of ‘Jimmy’s Farm’

If you’ve ever said ‘I’m fine’ when you’re not, this is for you — Rick Stein, restaurateur/chef

So many men say they’re fine when they’re not – this book gets it. It’s honest, down-to-earth, and exactly what men need to help them open up and feel better. I think this book will help so many men — Andrew ‘Beef’ Johnson, golfer

If you ever hear a man say ‘I’m fine’ but know he isn’t, this is the best thing you can give him, and read yourself. It’s honest, compassionate and could make all the difference. We have to be there for each other, and this book paves the way — Candice Brown, baker and influencer

Give this jargon-free gem to the men in your life; Peter’s insight is invaluable — Olly Smith, wine expert

Everything men need to know when life feels stuck, without ever setting foot in therapy. Straightforward, relatable, and helps men (and women!) see things in a whole new way — Kat Farmer, fashion influencer

Straight-talking, practical and genuinely useful, without the therapy speak — Raymond Blanc, restaurateur/chef

It is really important that we talk about these things and this book is a really good place to start — Dan Walker, broadcaster and presenter

Every man needs to read this – straight-talking, practical and genuinely useful — Robert Wilson, Chair of Creative Scotland, Co-owner of Nelson’s, Co-founder of X Muse Vodka

Buy this for the men in your life. They may not ask for it, but they need it — Geraldine Dufort-Ravier, Director-General for Human Resources and Security, European Commission

He won’t book a session. He might not read the whole thing. But a few pages of this might just land — Tom Gilbey, The Wine Guy

A powerful and much-needed book. In hospitality we’re always looking after others, this shows you how to look after yourself too. Everyone should read it — José Pizarro, restaurateur/chef