A book featuring local stories of empowerment and resilience has reached number one on Amazon.
The Empowerment Effect: Series Two, curated by businesswoman Sarah Hulme from Lostock, climbed the charts following its launch on Friday, March 6.
Timed to coincide with International Women’s Day, the book shares the stories of 24 women who have rebuilt their lives after trauma, illness and adversity.
Sarah, founder of the women-only networking community COVEM, said: "This is perfect as it launched in time for International Women’s Day.
"There are 24 amazing voices of strength and resilience in this book.
"These women have overcome cancer, bereavement, domestic abuse, menopause, career burnout and so much more.
"I’d always wanted to write a book, but I didn’t want it to just be about me.
"The women in our groups had stories that deserved to be heard."
The book is part of a wider project that began through COVEM’s grassroots networking sessions.
Originally launched as a single group in Bolton, COVEM now runs up to 20 sessions each month across the North West and is supported by 14 franchise leaders, many of whom started as members.
The first Empowerment Effect book became an Amazon bestseller in four categories and was selected by Waterstones.
Sarah, who has been self-employed since the age of 19 and previously ran beauty businesses in Bolton, said the project was always about amplifying the voices of others.
A book signing will take place on Sunday, March 22, from 1pm to 3pm at Regent Park Golf Club on Chorley New Road.
Plans are already in motion for a third and final volume in the Empowerment Effect trilogy.
Another group of local women has begun presentations with the publisher ahead of a planned launch at the end of November, in time for Christmas.
The final instalment will feature another 24 stories from women in Bolton and beyond, further celebrating female resilience and empowerment.
COVEM has continued to grow in recent years, providing a space for women across the North West to connect, share experiences and support each other professionally and personally.
Many of its franchise leaders began as attendees, highlighting the network’s role in unlocking confidence and leadership potential.
The idea for the book series emerged directly from these sessions.
The Empowerment Effect: Series Two continues the momentum of the first book, expanding the reach of COVEM’s mission and shining a light on the diverse and powerful stories that exist within the network.
Copies of The Empowerment Effect: Series Two are available to order online, and the book signing event on March 22 offers an opportunity to connect with the women behind the stories.
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