Menopause Is Hot - by Mariella Frostrup & Alice Smellie (Hardcover)

About the Book

In a guide designed to equip readers with the know-how to handle symptoms starting from perimenopause onward, renowned journalists present stories from women around the world at various ages and stages of their menopause journey.

Book Synopsis

Menopause is a hot topic. By debunking myths, banishing shame, and demanding more equitable health care and workplace policies, celebrated journalists Mariella Frostrup and Alice Smellie have sparked a global dialogue and a menopause revolution.

Renowned journalists Mariella Frostrup and Alice Smellie are here to tell readers everything they need to know about menopause, with a mix of smart humor and comforting reassurance. In this guide that doesn't shy away from any topic, the authors open up about their own menopause journeys, and provide the latest science and advice from America's leading experts on everything from dealing with hot flashes to pursuing hormone therapy.

Diving into the history of menopause up to the present day, with stories from women from across the world at various ages and stages of their menopause journey, Menopause Is Hot opens a much-needed conversation about a topic half the population will go through but are only just starting to chat openly about. It's designed to equip readers with the know-how to handle symptoms starting from perimenopause onwards, separating myths from the facts, all while offering hope, support, and friendly advice. Menopause Is Hot reframes the conversation and is an essential companion for women during menopause and beyond--not an end, but a beginning.

Review Quotes

"With a touch of humor and a combination of anecdotes from their own experiences and science-backed advice from leading experts, this book opens up the conversation. It's designed to equip readers with the knowledge they need to get through perimenopause and beyond." --Oprah Daily

"A fresh, insightful take and a great read." --Helen Fielding, author of Bridget Jones's Diary

"Essential reading for everyone." --Marian Keyes


"Menopause is the dark matter of modern medicine, until now almost totally neglected. This book shrugs off generations of silence and stigma. It's confessional, scientifically accurate and extremely funny. It's for anyone who will experience menopause themselves or who knows someone who will . . . so that's basically everyone." --Dr Chris van Tulleken, author of Ultra-Processed People

"Optimistic, hilarious and informative. A rallying cry for women to love and look after themselves at any age. --Susannah Constantine, author of Ready for Absolutely Nothing

"This book is nothing short of revolutionary! Finally, some validation for women who've been swirling around aimlessly seeking answers in tomes of patriarchal gibberish. This book arrives at exactly the right time; a guidebook for that stage in life, previously only surviving in shadows and whispers. MENOPAUSE, at long last: a badge of honor." --Naomi Watts

About the Author

Mariella Frostrup is one of the UK's most respected broadcasters and columnists. Her contribution to arts and literature along with her advocacy on gender and social issues have placed her at the forefront of the cultural landscape. She made the groundbreaking BBC1 documentary The Truth About Menopause and presents her own show on Times Radio covering issues of the day, from arts and culture to politics. She lives in Somerset with her husband and two children.

Alice Smellie is a journalist specializing in health. She writes for many publications, including Daily Mail (London), The Daily Telegraph (London), and Marie Claire. She lives in Somerset with her three children and two dogs.

Naomi Watts is an Academy Award-nominated actress and the founder and chief creative officer of Stripes, a wellness brand that offers perimenopause and menopause solutions.