Elin Hilderbrand, the beloved author of over 30 beach reads, has caused some confusion with her recent talk of retirement. Despite using the word “retirement” frequently in interviews and social media posts, she clarifies that she is not completely stepping away from writing. While she is indeed ending her annual Nantucket summer books, she is still working on new projects, including a two-book series with her daughter, Shelby.
Hilderbrand explains that her decision to scale back on the Nantucket novels is to manage expectations and avoid repeating herself. She turned down a lucrative four-book deal in favor of a three-book deal, which resulted in her latest novel, Swan Song. She is now focusing on other writing ventures, such as a more “literary” novel and The Academy series with her daughter.
Despite her plans to slow down, Hilderbrand is still actively involved in various projects, including a book podcast and potential film and TV adaptations of her works. She is excited about the upcoming adaptation of The Perfect Couple starring Nicole Kidman and Liev Schreiber. Several other Nantucket novels are also in development for screen adaptations.
Hilderbrand’s journey to becoming a successful author started in childhood, and she has worked tirelessly to establish herself in the literary world. Despite facing challenges and criticisms, she remains dedicated to her craft and hopes to appeal to a wider audience with her stories.
As she looks towards the future, Hilderbrand is focused on spending more time at home and with her family. While she may not be writing as many Nantucket novels in the coming years, she will always cherish the island that has inspired her work. Her ultimate goal is to make the most of each day and continue sharing her stories with readers around the world.