WHSmith extended the opening hours at approximately 10 of its branches last night, so those eager to get their hands on the memoir could do so at midnight. The book topped Amazon's bestseller list this morning while a number of bookshops stayed open until midnight last night to meet demand. 'As far as we know, the only books to have sold more in their first day are those starring the other Harry (Potter).' Larry Finlay, managing director of Transworld Penguin Random House, told Sky News: 'We always knew this book would fly but it is exceeding even our most bullish expectations. Prince Harry's book Spare has become the 'fastest-selling non-fiction book ever' with over 400,000 combined recorded sales of the hardback, ebook and audio formats. (Harry: The Interview, ITVX/Penguin Random House) This article was originally published on TODAY.Prince Harry has given an explosive television interview ahead of the release of his book, which goes on sale on January 10. An audio download, read by Harry, will be $36, as will a CD version of the memoir. The hardcover book is listed at $36, while the e-book is $17.99.

Harry will also donate proceeds from the sale of the book to British charities. “Spare” will be released in a total of 16 languages. “Covering his lifetime in the public eye from childhood to the present day, including his dedication to service, the military duty that twice took him to the frontlines of Afghanistan, and the joy he has found in being a husband and father, Prince Harry will offer an honest and captivating personal portrait, one that shows readers that behind everything they think they know lies an inspiring, courageous, and uplifting human story.” “Prince Harry will share, for the very first time, the definitive account of the experiences, adventures, losses, and life lessons that have helped shape him,” Penguin Random House said when initially revealing Harry was writing a memoir. Harry's decision to write a book allegedly caught the royal family off-guard, with NBC News royals commentator and journalist Daisy McAndrew saying it was 'flummoxed' and 'concerned' by his decision. The publishing company announced in July 2021 that Harry was writing a book that was expected to come out in 2022, but reports later surfaced that the date may be pushed back.

The cover of Prince Harry's upcoming memoir,

Spare release date