Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York's YA Southport Origin Series is being turned into a new TV series.

Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York has announced that her popular Young Adult Novel books, The Southport Origin Series, published by Serenity Press, are being turned into a new TV series.  

The Southport Origin Young Adult Novels explore identity, promote empathy, and inspire creativity, and combined with the holistic vision of The Duchess and the award-winning Australian production company CJZ, they are the perfect catalyst for compelling and compassionate visual storytelling. Named Southport after the area in Tasmania where it is set, this is an accessible, must-read series of books aimed at teens and fans of Jennifer Niven and Alice Oseman. 

Film and Television rights for The Southport Origin Series (Serenity Press), have been optioned by award-winning production company CJZ. CJZ is one of Australia’s leading independently owned production companies, producing original primetime content for networks and streamers in Australia and across the globe. The company works across all genres – specialising in factual, entertainment, comedy and drama, including My Life is Murder starring Lucy Lawless, and Darby and Joan starring Bryan Brown and Greta Scacchi. 

“One of my heartfelt dreams has always been to use my personal experiences as a young adult to guide and support others through the transition into adulthood, recognising that it can be an isolating and often daunting journey, with peaks and valleys, fears and moments of elation. With the Southport Series, I am committed to showcasing an honest and captivating portrayal of these experiences, so that young adults can find comfort, understanding and hope in these shared moments.” - Sarah, Duchess of York

Established in 2012, Serenity Press Pty Ltd is a small independent press based in Perth, Western Australia. Founded by multi-award-winning entrepreneur and author Karen McDermott. Their mission is to create beautiful books by inspiring and nurturing writers’ journeys – one story at a time. Serenity Press endeavours to share inspirational stories from the literary folklore-fairy tale genre, bringing readers authors who write from the heart, and books which inspire, empower, awaken, amaze and inform.

Karen McDermott

"We are delighted to showcase our Duchess Serenity Collection at the London Book Fair this year. We have been working closely with Sarah, Duchess of York to build our ever-growing DSP list over the past 4 years and it is time for the world to know." Karen Mc Dermott, Duchess Serenity Press Co-Founder

Michelle Worthington – Co-Author

“It is truly an honour to have the opportunity to collaborate with The Duchess on this series, knowing that her passion for literature and dedication to empowering individuals will undoubtedly create meaningful and impactful stories for generations to come. The Southport Series explores identity, promotes empathy, and inspires creativity, and combined with the holistic vision of The Duchess and CJZ, they are the perfect catalyst for compelling and compassionate visual storytelling. It will revolutionise Australian content for the Young Adult audience.”

The Duchess has published over 70 books including two autobiographies and other titles dealing with health, empowerment, history, art, as well as novels, children’s stories and books for the Young Adult (YA) market.  She is a Sunday Times bestselling author twice over.

A regular speaker and panelist at book festivals, as well as global forums focusing on subjects including women in business, women and wellness, human rights and the need to help more children in the world’s most underprivileged places into education. She has received numerous awards for her philanthropic work.

The Duchess’ children’s charity, Sarah's Trust, supports children’s literacy and education globally. With a focus on providing assistance to children in crisis. Sarah’s Trust reaches out to philanthropists and organisations that share her values and desire to drive positive social change, bringing vital financial support to charities working at community level.

For further information, or to interview The Duchess of York, please contact:

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