Author(s): Georgie Abay

Memoir & Biography

The magic is still there - you just need to look for it.From journalist and author Georgie Abay, Best Laid Plans is an honest and frank look at how modern life never goes according to plan, and what you can do about it. It's about learning to accept what we have, finding the joy in Plan B, and embracing all the magic in life's in-between moments.Prior to founding her own media company (The Grace Tales, a lifestyle platform for mothers) Georgie was the deputy editor at Australian Vogue. Over two decades as a journalist, Georgie has interviewed hundreds of men and women from all over the globe and shared their stories, because there is great comfort to be found in reading someone else's story and coming to the realisation that you're not alone. Featuring myriad stories about life not going according to plan, it explores how we build resilience, overcome tragedy, embrace failure and find joy - even when life goes down the toilet.With chapters on love, grief, career, motherhood and more, it offers insights from well-known people such as Australian of the Year Grace Tame, writer Pandora Sykes, noted peace activist and human rights campaigner Supriya Vani, actress Ashley Graham, actress Priyanka Chopra, Jodie Fox, refugee and author Aminata Conteh-Biger + many more.