It appears that I might have hit on something deeply felt. I designed The Honesty Edition as it is because I sincerely believe that most people are honest. I also believe in my work and that is why I am making it jump the highest bar. So many things have to come together to make the book a success that it sometimes seems an impossible task.

Even so, listening to and watching the reaction of those hearing the details for the first time, I realise that I am not alone. So many good things are happening that I cannot help but feel extremely positive.

I am a long way from knowing the outcome of the project but all these little kindenesses build up and if I was to measure success in goodwill, I would be wealthy.

I am about to crawl into the back of the van to sleep a happy sleep.

The Book Festival starts tomorrow. Can’t wait.