I wanted to share the full story of what happened with Unbound and where things stand today with the Ibiza Past Book project.

We were first approached by Unbound back in 2023. They were genuinely enthusiastic about the idea of creating a crowdfunded book focused on Ibiza’s past, its culture, its music, and the stories that shaped it. At the time, it felt like the perfect fit. Before moving forward, we carried out thorough due diligence. All legal documents were carefully reviewed, and everything pointed to them being a credible and respected publisher. They had a strong track record, multiple awards, successful crowdfunding campaigns, and had worked with well-known authors, including books that reached The Sunday Times Best Seller list.
With that level of reassurance, we moved ahead in good faith and launched the project.

However, as things progressed, concerns began to build. Communication became inconsistent, timelines felt uncertain, and there were increasing rumours about financial instability behind the scenes. Given the responsibility I felt towards everyone who had supported the project, I made the decision to act early and end the contract.At the time, it was a stressful and difficult call to make. But looking back now, it was absolutely the right one.

Not long after, Unbound officially entered administration. In the fallout, many authors shared similar experiences, with some facing significant financial losses or stalled projects. Reports confirmed that authors and backers were left uncertain about payments, refunds, and even whether books would ever be completed . By taking early action, we were in a much stronger position. Many of our backers were able to successfully secure refunds, and I also know that several people managed to recover their money through their credit card providers, which was a huge relief. I do know, however, that there were some people who were not successful in receiving a refund, and that has never sat comfortably with me.

One of the most frustrating parts of trying to resolve this has been the lack of cooperation from Unbound. Despite several requests, they have refused to release a full list of those who supported the book, and specifically those who did not receive refunds, stating that doing so would breach GDPR regulations. This has made it incredibly difficult to properly follow things up and try to support everyone affected. In truth, their handling of the situation has felt completely unprofessional, especially given how desperate I was to find clarity and resolution for everyone involved.

Thankfully, the vast majority of people have fully understood what happened and have been incredibly supportive throughout. That has genuinely meant a lot. There have, however, been a small number of people who reacted very differently. That did have a real impact on me at the time, especially given how much effort had gone into trying to do the right thing.

Of course, the whole experience knocked me. There was a point where I seriously considered walking away from Ibiza Past altogether. But with a bit of distance, that feeling has shifted.

The book is still very much a passion project.

Over the years, you have all helped me to build up an incredible archive of Ibiza history. There are still so many photos that haven’t been shared yet, alongside amazing charts, stories, and memories from famous DJs and true Ibiza legends who provided information for the original book. That hasn’t changed. If anything, it’s made me even more determined to do it properly.

The purpose of launching this website now is to create a solid foundation for the project moving forward. It gives the idea structure, credibility, and a place to build real backing and support again. Whether I take this to traditional publishers in the future or explore alternative routes, having that platform in place is key.
Alongside this, the shop is another step forward. Depending on how it develops, it may open up additional ways to fund the book independently, giving us more control over how and when it’s released.

One thing that has always stayed with me is the support from those who backed the original campaign. Because of that, I’m looking at ways to give something back. The plan is to offer discounts through the shop, and also on the book when it’s eventually released, for those who supported the project the first time around. That’s a big part of why I’ve taken the time to build this properly and look at positive alternatives rather than rushing into something new.

It’s been a journey, but the vision hasn’t changed. If anything, it’s clearer now than ever.

Much Love

Ibiza Past x