New Memoir Coming 2026: The Purpose of Getting Lost - Sometimes the only way forward is to lose your way completely

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About the Book

The Purpose of Getting Lost  traces a deeply personal journey of identity, reinvention, and the search for belonging in midlife.
Through stories gathered from quiet mornings, unexpected detours, and the places that shaped her, Tracy invites readers to consider what it truly means to start over — not because life fell apart, but because something new began to call.

This book is a reflection on the beauty of uncertainty, the wisdom that comes with age, and the powerful freedom of finally choosing yourself.
It is for anyone who has ever felt between worlds, in transition, or quietly rebuilding their life from the inside out.

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Tracy Smith

About The Author

The Purpose of Getting Lost: A Story of Finding Myself

Tracy is a travel writer and memoirist who uses storytelling to explore identity, connection, and the search for belonging. Her upcoming book, The Purpose of Getting Lost, brings together years of journeys, lessons, and the moments that shape us.

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