Penguin has delayed the publication of Raynor Winn's next book, On Winter Hill, following allegations that she lied in her bestselling memoir The Salt Path. The publisher said the decision was made to 'support the author' after an Observer investigation cast doubt on key claims in the 2018 book.
The Salt Path recounts how Winn and her husband, Moth, walked 630 miles after losing their home and Moth's diagnosis with terminal corticobasal degeneration (CBD). The Observer alleged Winn was not homeless and questioned Moth's diagnosis. Winn denied the claims, sharing medical letters to support her account.
In a statement, Penguin said: 'Given recent events, in particular intrusive conjecture around Moth's health condition which has caused considerable distress to Raynor Winn and her family, it is our priority to support the author at this time.' The new release date for On Winter Hill will be announced later.
The scandal has led to the charity PSPA ending its relationship with the couple, and Winn withdrawing from the Saltlines tour. Refunds have been issued to some ticket holders. Winn, whose real name is Sally Walker, was also accused of taking £64,000 from a former employer, which she said she 'deeply regrets'.
