June 1st 2026 marks the centenary of the birth of Marilyn Monroe and, because there is so much going on, I thought it might be useful to produce a summary of books, exhibitions and anything else I can find. Hope it's useful!

Read more: https://lucyjanesantos.com/2026/04/01/celebrating-marilyn-monroe-in-2026/

And you may notice a familiar cover tucked into the corner of the collage above - it’s my forthcoming book Nobody’s Perfect: The Making of Some Like It Hot (August 2026, White Owl). I’m delighted to share that it’s now available on Amazon, and I’d be truly grateful if you’d consider pre-ordering a copy.

Nobody's Perfect: The Making of Some Like It Hot: Amazon.co.uk: Lucy Jane Santos: 9781036138806: Books

Amazon

Pre-orders make a real difference to authors as they help build momentum, signal interest to retailers and can even influence how widely a book is promoted. Your support at this stage genuinely will help bring the book to a wider audience - and I appreciate it more than I can say. If you do pre-order and would like a signed book plate please do get in touch and I will arrange for one to be sent to you. And, if you don’t like ordering from Amazon, I will also share other links as they go live.

Have a great day and thanks for reading!

Lucy

P.S I have a few talks coming up

5 May 2026
The History of Television: From Static to Streaming
New York Adventure Club
Join New York Adventure Club as we explore the fascinating history of television, from its earliest mechanical beginnings to the digital platforms that now deliver endless content at the touch of a button. Along the way, we’ll uncover how TV reshaped communication, entertainment, politics, and everyday life across the globe.
Register: https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1986807216869

6 May 2026
Dream Journeys: Concorde, Queen Mary and the Orient Express
Warner Library
Visit their website for more information https://warnerlibrary.org/

9 June 2026
The Cosmic Catwalk: A Journey Through the History of Space Travel and Fashion
New York Adventure Club
Details and bookings to be released shortly

4 July 2026
War, Women and Lipsticks: Cosmetics in war-time
New York Adventure Club
Details and bookings to be released shortly