In a surprising twist, Meghan Markle’s foray into the literary world is turning out to be far less glamorous than she had anticipated.

The former actress and self-styled advocate for change launched her first book, “The Bench,” with high hopes of it becoming a bestseller.

Instead, the reality has been starkly different, as sales figures suggest the book is more akin to soggy muffins than a hot commodity.

To date, “The Bench” has managed to sell a mere 8,000 copies.

That’s a number that pales in comparison to what even a modest indie band might achieve with their debut album.

One would think that with Markle’s royal background, the title itself, and an abundance of media attention, success would be a given.

Yet, the glitzy narrative surrounding her seems to have crumbled under the weight of consumer interest—or lack thereof.

When you’re trying to sell a children’s book that reads like an instruction manual for IKEA furniture assembly, perhaps it’s time to rethink your strategy.

The disconnect between expectation and reality is glaring, and it raises the question: does having a royal title equate to literary prowess?

But the plot thickens.

Sources close to Penguin Random House have revealed that Markle initially had plans for not one, not two, but three books.

Yes, three chances to showcase her literary talents to the world.

However, those ambitions appear to have been quietly shelved, much like a forgotten Netflix project.

It seems that the publishing house has decided against pouring more resources into what increasingly looks like a sinking venture.

As the literary landscape evolves, it’s clear that while some authors are diligently crafting their narratives, Markle’s approach has been anything but conventional.

Many celebrity authors collaborate with ghostwriters, putting their names on works that often lack personal touch.

Markle, however, seemed to believe she could carve her own path, only to find herself in a new mold—one characterized by taking hefty advances while contributing minimally.

And what about Prince Harry, her husband, who is also navigating the literary waters?

He has a four-book contract but has only managed to release one title thus far.

The remaining books seem to be lost in the ether, raising eyebrows about their potential existence.

There are whispers that Harry mistakenly thought his memoir’s paperback edition would count as a second installment.

It’s almost too tempting to poke fun at the couple.

They’ve been handed golden opportunities, yet they somehow managed to turn them into tarnished missteps.

Celebrity memoirs typically soar off the shelves, often eclipsing more serious works.

Yet, here we are, witnessing Meghan’s literary ambitions falter as her reputation takes a hit.

As the world watches this royal literary saga unfold, one must wonder: can Meghan and Harry ever find their footing?

Will they rise from the ashes of their current predicament, or are they destined to remain in the shadows of their own making?

Kudos to Penguin Random House for potentially dodging a bullet by stepping back from this endeavor.

Their resources might be better allocated to authors who have something meaningful to contribute to the literary scene.

Ultimately, Meghan Markle’s journey through the world of publishing may serve as a cautionary tale.