Lush!

My Story - From Swansea to Stacey and Everything in Between: The instant Sunday Times bestselling autobiography from star of Gavin and Stacey, Joanna Page

By: Joanna Page

Narrated by: Joanna Page

THE HEARTFELT AND HILARIOUSLY FUNNY AUTOBIOGRAPHY FROM STAR OF STAGE AND SCREEN, JOANNA PAGE, INCLUDING HER LIFE BEHIND THE SCENES OF GAVIN & STACEY.

From the small village of Treboeth on the outskirts of Swansea to the sets of some of the all-time greatest movies and TV shows - like Love Actually and Gavin & Stacey - Joanna Page's journey to stardom has been extraordinary.

In this funny, candid and endlessly surprising memoir, Joanna shares her story in full for the first time. Inside, Joanna looks back at her early life growing up on the glorious Welsh coastline - a life (not unlike Stacey's) filled with family and friendly neighbours - to the sudden shock of moving to London at 18 (totally alone) to take her place at RADA, one of the most prestigious performing arts schools in the world. Before taking readers behind the scenes of her most iconic roles and introducing them to a colourful cast including Ruth Jones, James Corden, Richard E. Grant, Johnny Depp, Liam Neeson and Emma Thompson.

Whether she's navigating early awkward auditions, chasing her big break, getting used to life on set with comedic consequences, falling in love, or discovering the magic and madness of motherhood, Joanna speaks openly about what it really takes to make it in the acting world while staying true to yourself.

An unforgettable read that makes you laugh and cry, Lush! is a celebration of finding your voice, holding your ground and learning to laugh at the messiest, most beautiful moments life has to offer.©2025 Joanna Page

A Love Letter to Living Well

Lush by Joanna Paige is the kind of book that feels like a deep breath.

From the first page, Paige invites you to slow down, notice beauty, and reconnect with the simple pleasures that make life feel rich. Her writing is gentle without being preachy, aspirational without being unattainable, and filled with practical ideas that genuinely make you want to change how you move through your days.

What I loved most is how Lush reframes “self-care” as something expansive and nourishing — not another task on a to-do list, but a way of living with intention. Whether she’s writing about home, food, rituals, or rest, every chapter feels like permission to choose softness, presence, and joy in a world that constantly pushes speed and productivity.

This is a book you don’t rush. You dip into it, return to it, underline it, and slowly let it reshape your habits and mindset. It left me feeling calmer, more grounded, and genuinely inspired to make my life more beautiful in small, meaningful ways.

If you’re craving a reminder that life can be slower, richer, and more lush, this book delivers in the loveliest way. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Absolutely LUSH!

Thoroughly enjoyed Joanna Page’s story-telling of her experiences. I laughed and cried throughout - and was quite sorry when it came to the end. Thanks for sharing, Joanna!!

Delightful - a joy to listen to

Lush was delightful. Much like Joanna herself seems to be - delightful, sweet and vivacious. As a mum, my favourite parts were about her babies births and breastfeeding and journeys. I found it refreshing how frank she was about how miserable RADA was for her. And of course, hearing about how much she genuinely loved being part of Gavin and Stacey was charming. I wish I could be friends with Joanna - she seems just great.