TELLY icon Lorraine Kelly has delighted fans by hinting at her next big venture.
The 65-year-old presenter shared that she is working on a follow-up to her debut novel in a throwback post on Instagram.
In the photo she posted, Lorraine could be seen smiling in a plunging electric blue swimsuit on the beaches of Orkney.
The snap was taken when she celebrated the positive reception of her first book by going for a dip with her good friend Nick.
In her caption, the presenter wrote: “Celebrating in Orkney with my lovely pal Nick when my first novel The Island Swimmer became a best seller this year!
“THANK YOU to everyone who bought the book – I have been overwhelmed by your lovely comments – it’s on offer right now if you need a wee extra Xmas pressie.
“I’m working hard on the follow up!”
The Island Swimmer was published in February 2024, and received a lot of love from Lorraine’s faithful fans.
The plot follows the story of a local woman who struggles to adapt to life away from the islands, only to return and rediscover her roots through her community and the therapeutic art of wild swimming.
Lorraine spoke about this foray into writing earlier this year, sharing: “It’s something that I’ve always wanted to do.
“I’ve always wanted to write fiction. And I just felt that this was the right time.
“The story is set in Orkney – a place that I absolutely love and adore. Orkney is very much at the heart of the story.
“It’s almost like a character in itself I guess.”
The ITV morning show host also pointed out that wild swimming is something that she loves to do, and she harnessed her passion for the activity while writing the book.
Followers have voiced their excitement for her second novel, with one saying: “So well deserved – looking forward to the follow up – and another swim!”
Another added: “The follow up can’t come soon enough Lorraine! Have a fantastic Christmas with Billie.”
