The London Book Fair 2026 is one of the publishing world’s most anticipated global gatherings, bringing together authors, publishers, agents, and book lovers from across the globe. Known for spotlighting fresh voices, emerging trends, and international storytelling, the fair is where books spark conversations, deals are born, and stories find new life beyond borders—making it a true celebration of the power and reach of the written word.
We’re beyond thrilled to share that this book is officially being showcased at the 2026 London Book Fair, one of the world’s most exciting meeting places for stories, ideas, and publishing dreams. From buzzing aisles to curious readers and industry tastemakers, this is where books step into the global spotlight—and this one is ready to shine.
Having “The Strings of My Heart” by Rita Costanzi displayed by Citi of Books in London feels like a celebration of every page and dream poured into its creation. It’s more than a milestone; it’s a moment of joy, pride, and possibility.
Rita Costanzi, a classical harpist born in Rochester, New York, has completed her new book “The Strings of My Heart”: the touching life story of an Artist as daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, mystic and divorcée, which explores the vulnerabilities of a female musician torn between the needs of her artist’s soul and those of her husband and children.
Author Rita Costanzi grew up in a musical family, studying at the Eastman School of Music and in Paris, France. Internationally acclaimed as “An Artist of immense gifts” (Vancouver Sun), and recognized for the warmth, conviction, and exquisite virtuosity of her playing, Costanzi has received numerous awards and citations for her work as a performer, teacher, and arts educator worldwide. A resident of New York City, Costanzi enjoys an international career of performing, recording, acting, and teaching.
“Music can express what words often cannot.” That idea felt especially alive at the London Book Fair 2026, where Rita Costanzi’s “The Strings of My Heart” quietly drew readers in with its deeply personal rhythm. Among the many titles on display, this memoir stood out not for loud spectacle, but for the emotional resonance it carried. Built around forty-seven vignettes, each inspired by the strings of a concert grand harp, the book offered something both unique and intimate.
What made this memoir so captivating during the fair was how it blended artistry with real life. Rita Costanzi didn’t just share her journey as a world-class harpist. She opened up about her roles as a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and even as someone navigating heartbreak and self-discovery. Visitors who browsed through the pages found themselves drawn into the delicate balance she maintained between her passion for music and the demands of family life. It felt honest, relatable, and refreshingly human.
There was also something undeniably soothing about the story itself. Whether performing on grand stages or playing beside those nearing the end of life, Costanzi’s harp became more than an instrument. It became a source of comfort and healing. That sense of purpose echoed strongly with fairgoers, many of whom lingered a little longer at the display, intrigued by how music could transcend performance and become a form of connection and care.
By the time the London Book Fair wrapped up, “The Strings of My Heart” by Rita Costanzi had left a quiet but lasting impression. It wasn’t just a memoir about music. It was a reminder of how art and life are deeply intertwined. For readers looking for something heartfelt, reflective, and beautifully written, this book proved to be a hidden gem worth discovering.
