Jo Usmar

Jo Usmar is an author, editor, ghostwriter and journalist with over 10 years' experience working for some of the biggest names in UK publishing.

With 10 books of her own under her belt and three for other people, her work has reached audiences all over the world, covering subjects as diverse as mental health, relationships and travel.

Her new book, 'Own Your Calm', (Abrams, March 2026), is a beautifully illustrated guided journal to overcoming anxiety, while her eight books (six co-authored) in the bestselling 'This Book Will Make You...' series (including 'This Book Will Make You Fearless' and 'This Book Will Make You Sleep') are CBT-based guides to make your day-to-day life happier and healthier.

Jo edited Ben West's debut memoir 'This Book Could Save Your Life' and worked with Gemma Atkinson on both of her fitness and nutrition books.

Through her work as a journalist for magazines, newspapers and websites including Women's Health, Stylist, Cosmopolitan, Esquire, Red and Marie Claire – and co-creating award-winning podcast Boots presents Taboo Talk – Jo is well known for her entertaining tone and light touch with tricky subjects. She believes you shouldn't have to wade through reams of confusing medical jargon to find meaningful help or good advice.

Jo has appeared on Radio 4 Woman's Hour and Sky News discussing her work.