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Mum, Tell Me Your Story

The original give & get back book
Series: Tell Me
Brief Description
A beautifully designed guided journal for mum that invites our mothers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come The original give and get back journal - over 5 million copies sold worldwide This journal is a very special... Read More
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A beautifully designed guided journal for mum that invites our mothers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come The original give and get back journal - over 5 million copies sold worldwide This journal is a very special gift for your mum that she gives back to you, full of memories. It's a chance to ask her the questions you'd always wondered about, and plenty you hadn't. Questions like- - Did you have a favourite toy when you were a little girl? - What did you want to be when you grew up? - What is one of the most special things you've achieved in life? Mum can write or put photographs or anything she wishes in its pages, transforming it into a lasting chronicle of her dreams and stories. Then she gives it back to you, so you can treasure her memories forever.

Series: Tell Me

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  • Mum, Tell Me Your Story
    A beautifully designed guided journal for mum that invites our mothers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come The original give and get back journal - over 5 million copies sold worldwide This journal is a very special gift for your mum that she gives back to you, full of memories. It's...
    Hardback
    $4299
    Elsewhere:
    $5500
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    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Mum, Tell Me Your Story
    A beautifully designed guided journal for mum that invites our mothers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come The original give and get back journal - over 5 million copies sold worldwide This journal is a very special gift for your mum that she gives back to you, full of memories. It's...
    Paperback
    $2399
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
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    Tell Me with Kisses
    From New York Times bestselling author and Wattpad sensation Mercedes Ron comes the English translation of the third in the Tell Me series, where Kamila Hamilton is caught between the two Di Bianco brothers after they burst back into her life. From New York Times bestselling author and Wattpad sensation Mercedes Ron comes the English translation of the third in...
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  • Grandma, Tell Me
    A beautifully designed guided journal that invites our grandmothers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come. Every grandmother holds a treasure trove of memories and mysteries that are yet to be discovered. Grandma, Tell Me contains all the questions you always wanted to ask your grandmotherβ€”What kind of toys did you play...
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  • Tell Me in Secret
    From New York Times bestselling author and Wattpad sensation Mercedes Ron comes the English translation of the second in the Tell Me series, where Kamila Hamilton is caught between the two Di Bianco brothers after they burst back into her life.Kamila Hamilton has her two best friends back in her life. The problem is that Taylor and Thiago Di Bianco...
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  • Dad, Tell Me Your Story
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    A beautifully designed guided journal for dad that invites our fathers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come. Dad, Tell Me Your Story is a very special gift for your dad that prompts him to share his experiences, dreams, and wishes. It asks him to record everything from his favourite band as...
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  • Dad, Tell Me Your Story
    Pre-order
    Dad, Tell Me Your Story
    A beautifully designed guided journal for dad that invites our fathers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come. This journal is a very special gift for your dad that prompts him to share his experiences, dreams, and wishes, asking him to record everything from his favourite band as a teenager and his...
    Paperback
    $2399
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    Pre-order
    Out 11 Aug 2026
  • Tell Me Softly
    From New York Times bestselling author and Wattpad sensation Mercedes Ron comes the English translation of the first in the Tell Me series, where Kamila Hamilton is caught between the two Di Bianco brothers after they burst back into her life. "Mercedes Ron does the forbidden love trope in such a fresh and incredibly emotional way. This series is an...
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  • Tell Me in Secret
    From New York Times bestselling author and Wattpad sensation Mercedes Ron comes the English translation of the second in the Tell Me series, where Kamila Hamilton is caught between the two Di Bianco brothers after they burst back into her life. Kamila Hamilton has her two best friends in her life again. The problem is that Taylor and Thiago Di...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781837313266

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 February 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 224g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Elma van Vliet is the creator of a series of books that address people's universal longing to know who they are and where they come from. She believes that we can make the world a better place by helping people to record and share stories and connect with others. Her books have been published in 12 countries and sold more than 5 million copies worldwide. She lives in Delft in the Netherlands.

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  • Mum, Tell Me
    A beautifully designed guided journal that invites our mothers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come. Mum, Tell Me is the only journal that prompts your mother to share her memories, dreams, and wishes, asking her to record everything from her favourite band as a teenager and her childhood games to her...
    Hardback
    $3400
    Elsewhere:
    $3700
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grandad, Tell Me
    A beautifully designed guided journal that invites our grandfathers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come. Grandad, Tell Me contains all the questions you always wanted to ask your grandfather. What was your first job and how did you get it? Can you recall the first time you fell in love? What...
    Hardback
    $4000
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Dad, Tell Me
    A beautifully designed guided journal that invites our fathers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come. Dad, Tell Me is the only journal that prompts your father to share his experiences, dreams, and wishes, asking him to record everything from his favourite band as a teenager and his childhood games to his...
    Hardback
    $3700
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Mum, Tell Me Your Story
    A beautifully designed guided journal for mum that invites our mothers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come The original give and get back journal - over 5 million copies sold worldwide This journal is a very special gift for your mum that she gives back to you, full of memories. It's...
    Hardback
    $4299
    Elsewhere:
    $5500
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Grandma, Tell Me
    A beautifully designed guided journal that invites our grandmothers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come. Every grandmother holds a treasure trove of memories and mysteries that are yet to be discovered. Grandma, Tell Me contains all the questions you always wanted to ask your grandmotherβ€”What kind of toys did you play...
    Hardback
    $3500
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • Dad, Tell Me Your Story
    Pre-order
    Dad, Tell Me Your Story
    A beautifully designed guided journal for dad that invites our fathers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come. Dad, Tell Me Your Story is a very special gift for your dad that prompts him to share his experiences, dreams, and wishes. It asks him to record everything from his favourite band as...
    Hardback
    $4299
    Elsewhere:
    $5500
    Pre-order
    Out 11 Aug 2026
  • Dad, Tell Me Your Story
    Pre-order
    Dad, Tell Me Your Story
    A beautifully designed guided journal for dad that invites our fathers to record the story of their lives, creating a personal keepsake for generations to come. This journal is a very special gift for your dad that prompts him to share his experiences, dreams, and wishes, asking him to record everything from his favourite band as a teenager and his...
    Paperback
    $2399
    Elsewhere:
    $3000
    Pre-order
    Out 11 Aug 2026

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