In 2020, Prince Harry signed a deal with Penguin Random House and teamed up with journalist John Mehringer to write his memoir. After numerous delays and uncertainty, the highly anticipated autobiography, *Spare,* was finally released on January 10.
The memoir brought Prince Harry significant financial success. Reports indicate he earned $20 million upfront and an additional $16 million in sales royalties. The book became a bestseller in the UK, quickly entering the Guinness Book of Records.
Despite some leaks before its release, *Spare* sold 400,000 copies across paper, digital, and audio formats within its first week.
Publishing director Larry Finlay expressed his delight, saying, “The success exceeded all our expectations. Only the Harry Potter series has sold more.”
Interestingly, Harry recently revealed that *Spare* could have been much longer. Originally spanning 800 pages, the manuscript was cut down to 400 during editing. He explained that this decision aimed to prevent further misunderstandings with his family.
However, the prince hinted that there is enough material for a follow-up, leaving fans hopeful for more insights in the future.
With its success and cultural impact, *Spare* solidified Harry’s ability to captivate audiences while sharing his deeply personal story.
