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'Breaking Free’ Updated Edition ‘by Jan Rothney

£18.99

2026 Updated Edition! Updated with current research and new guidance.

With 265,000 cases in the UK alone, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is more common than people may think, yet is poorly understood. Breaking Free fills this gap in knowledge, providing a route to recovery. Across 9 chapters, it shows that the cycle of exhaustion, poor concentration, loss of memory and pain can be broken and that there is real hope of recovery. In addition to covering CFS, the author outlines connected areas of Post Viral Fatigue (PVF), explaining how to tackle protracted symptoms that can arise following contracting Covid.

Given that in November 2021 it was reported by Office of National Statistics that a staggering 1.1 million people in the UK were experiencing Long Covid symptoms, Breaking Free is more essential than ever. Readers will benefit from the clear and tested step-by-step guide offered by a woman who has not only done it herself, but who has helped 1,000 people fight their way out of a serious condition back to a healthy and productive life.

With the support of a media campaign, readers will find that Breaking Free offers a comprehensive, informative, and supportive guide to recovery from CFS and Long Covid Symptoms that sustains its relevancy and importance.

2026 Updated Edition! Updated with current research and new guidance.

With 265,000 cases in the UK alone, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is more common than people may think, yet is poorly understood. Breaking Free fills this gap in knowledge, providing a route to recovery. Across 9 chapters, it shows that the cycle of exhaustion, poor concentration, loss of memory and pain can be broken and that there is real hope of recovery. In addition to covering CFS, the author outlines connected areas of Post Viral Fatigue (PVF), explaining how to tackle protracted symptoms that can arise following contracting Covid.

Given that in November 2021 it was reported by Office of National Statistics that a staggering 1.1 million people in the UK were experiencing Long Covid symptoms, Breaking Free is more essential than ever. Readers will benefit from the clear and tested step-by-step guide offered by a woman who has not only done it herself, but who has helped 1,000 people fight their way out of a serious condition back to a healthy and productive life.

With the support of a media campaign, readers will find that Breaking Free offers a comprehensive, informative, and supportive guide to recovery from CFS and Long Covid Symptoms that sustains its relevancy and importance.

When the first edition of Breaking Free was published in 2022, Arkbound’s commitment to socially impactful books ensured it reached readers who needed it most. Jan is deeply grateful for this support, and we are thrilled to be publishing the new edition in 2026.

As a UK-based health educator who has lived with – and recovered from – Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Jan’s personal experience and professional knowledge have guided both Breaking Free and the Reset to Thrive programme. Rooted in lived experience, neuroscience, holistic health and the biosocial neurological model, Breaking Free offers a compassionate, evidence-based guide for those living with Long Covid and CFS. Since its release, readers have shared extraordinary stories of renewed energy, clearer thinking, improved wellbeing and, most importantly, hope.

The demand for this book has remained strong for over three years, a rare achievement for a small-press nonfiction title. This speaks to the courage of those readers who are ready to engage with healing – thank you, everyone.

The new edition builds on this foundation with:

  • Updated research and evidence on Long Covid, CFS, the vagus nerve and chronic fatigue treatments.

  • Refined structure and accessibility, with larger print, dyslexia-friendly layout and a refreshed cover.

  • Translations into Dutch and German, opening the door to millions more readers worldwide.

  • Expanded outreach, including podcasts, interviews, events and media engagement.

If Breaking Free or the Reset to Thrive programme has supported you, this is an opportunity to ‘pay it forward’ by pre-ordering your copy. Proceeds from pre-orders will directly fund the new edition’s updates and publication costs, ensuring it reaches as many readers as possible. By reserving your copy now, you’ll be among the first to receive the anniversary edition while helping extend its impact worldwide. For pre-order details or enquiries, please contact Arkbound at breakingfree@arkbound.com

More ways to read are on the way! After publication, you'll be able to find links to every available edition, including paperback, hardback, ebook, audiobook, and translated versions, right here on this page.

You can also purchase the English ebook directly from Arkbound today (it will be emailed to you on 09 July). Your download includes both EPUB and KPF files, along with a simple guide explaining how to add them to your preferred reading device. If you prefer to read on Kindle, you may wish to wait until publication, when the ebook will also be available through Amazon.

Looking for extra support? You can also connect directly with Jan and learn more about the Reset to Thrive Recovery Programme, which expands on many of the principles explored in Breaking Free. Find out more here.