Back in August, we headed to Camden to meet Sophie Parker-Jeal and finalise plans for her new book. We shared a little sneak preview then. Today, we’re delighted to share the book itself.
OCD in the Raw is out now — the first title in our nonfiction Nuggets collection of Grab Books.
It’s also the beginning of a week of conversations about a condition that is still widely misunderstood.
Sophie’s story, in her own words
In OCD in the Raw, Sophie writes openly about her experience of obsessive-compulsive disorder: intrusive thoughts, anxiety, compulsions and the challenges of recovery.
Her voice is personal, direct and full of character. She makes room for humour alongside difficult experiences, speaking about subjects that people can find frightening or uncomfortable to discuss.
This is a book for people living with OCD, for those who love and support them, and for anyone who wants to understand more. Sophie’s honesty invites readers to look beyond familiar stereotypes and listen to what living with OCD can actually feel like.
Why we’re sharing it this week
Today marks the start of OCD Awareness Week, running from 11–17 October 2026. This international awareness week encourages people to challenge misconceptions, reduce stigma and improve understanding of OCD.
OCD can involve distressing, unwanted thoughts, images or urges, alongside repetitive behaviours or mental rituals that someone feels compelled to carry out. Much of that experience can be invisible to other people.
Listening to those with lived experience helps us recognise what we might otherwise miss. That is why sharing Sophie’s book matters so much to us.
A book that gives something back
£1 from every copy of OCD in the Raw sold will be donated to OCD Action.
You can find the book on Amazon here:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=OCD+in+the+Raw+Sophie+Parker-Jeal
You can also support the cause independently by donating through our fundraising page.
As a thank you, everyone who donates through this JustGiving page will receive a thank-you email containing a free link to a digital copy of the book.
Please make sure we can contact you by email so we can send your copy. If your donation is anonymous or your contact details aren’t shared with us, email kelly@creativehats.co.uk with your donation confirmation so we can arrange your thank you.
Whether you buy a book or donate directly, thank you for supporting this cause.
Join us for a week with Sophie
Throughout OCD Awareness Week, we’ll be sharing clips from our conversations with Sophie, filmed during our Camden meet-up in August as we planned the publication.
You’ll hear from the author herself as we share chats about the book and the experiences behind it, alongside details of how to buy, donate and get involved.
Follow Creative Hats Press on social media, keep an ear out for Sophie’s conversations, and share the posts with someone who might find them useful.
A book, a conversation or a shared post can be someone’s first step towards understanding. Thank you for helping us get Sophie’s words out into the world.
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