Rumors are heating up around Meghan Markle’s possible plans to release a deeply revealing memoir that could unsettle the Royal Family. The spark? A private journal, left behind at Frogmore Cottage, which some insiders believe may hold Meghan’s “back pocket weapon”—a secret reserve of details and insights about her experience within the British monarchy.
When Meghan and Prince Harry moved to the U.S. in 2020 after stepping down from their royal duties, they left behind Frogmore Cottage, a wedding gift from the late Queen Elizabeth. But it wasn’t just the home that stayed behind; in a 2022 interview with The Cut, Meghan referenced rediscovering a journal left at Frogmore during a visit. “You go back and you open drawers and you’re like, ‘Oh my gosh. This is what I was writing in my journal,’” she remarked, hinting that it could one day reveal much about her journey as a royal.
Royal expert Jamie Bond believes this journal is “a weapon Meghan could use if she ever feels the need for revenge.” He went on to explain that despite Meghan’s assurances that she wants to move forward, there’s reason to believe she may be holding on to this personal account, knowing its power. Meghan has hinted before that she has “a lot to say,” and some observers are interpreting this as a sign that she hasn’t ruled out a memoir—especially given the success of her husband Prince Harry’s book, Spare.
Speculation around a Meghan memoir has grown, with some insiders expecting her to use it as a platform to continue the narrative she began with her 2021 Oprah interview. “She’s been careful, maybe even strategic, in choosing when and how to tell her story,” said BBC’s royal correspondent, Jenny Bond. “So far, she’s been measured. But we know that journal exists, and that could easily change the game if it ever becomes public.”
Meanwhile, Royal Family sources are reportedly not overly concerned, seeing her references as more calculated hints rather than true threats. One anonymous source told True Royalty TV’s Royal Beat, “The Royals are all too familiar with Meghan’s approach, and the reality is they’ve likely made their peace with it. But they’re always ready to brace for any new revelations.” The skepticism may stem from the fact that Meghan has mentioned her journal a few times over the past couple of years, possibly to keep the topic alive and maintain public interest.
Some experts, like Roya Nikkhah of The Sunday Times, suggest that if Meghan releases a memoir, she might carefully time it—waiting for the most opportune moment or a significant life change, such as if her career pivots or her marriage comes under intense public scrutiny. “Meghan knows this journal holds massive value,” Nikkhah said. “She could release details slowly or even keep it for a full memoir later.”
For now, Meghan’s focus remains on building her brand outside the royal narrative. She has turned her attention to media ventures, including potential projects with Netflix, a new cooking show, and other initiatives aimed at rebranding her public image. Some suggest Meghan hopes this latest media wave will establish her as an independent media figure.
Whether the journal is eventually released as part of a book or a more low-key project remains to be seen. For Meghan, it seems the journal serves as a powerful reminder to those who might overlook her story, showing that she holds the power to share her perspective. And while royal experts are divided on if or when this “bombshell” might drop, the possibility of a tell-all always keeps the world on edge.
So, does Meghan have a literary bombshell tucked away, ready to drop at any moment? Or is the journal a reminder of a turbulent chapter she’d rather leave in the past? Only time will tell. For now, royal watchers and fans alike remain captivated, eagerly awaiting her next move.
