Lisa Brace is an award-winning writer, who combines penning novels with running her own business in the beautiful surroundings of West Sussex.Her second book, SWIM, a historical fiction novel came out in June 2024 and was runner up as Historical Novel of the Year 2024 (Eyelands Book Awards).Gill Thompson author of bestselling The Oceans Between Us, described it as "" A powerful novel about skill, courage and determination. I was completely invested in the story of Lucy Morton and her quest to become a champion swimmer. Lisa Brace's writing moves seamlessly between tension, poignancy and humour in a compelling story. The perfect book for Olympic year.""Her debut novel, Star Survivor - a romcom with a dark twist, was published in March 2024, re-released as The Fame Trap in March 2025.