Five years after Meghan Markle's children's book 'The Bench' was published, her career has been characterized by inconsistency and setbacks. The book, which explores the bond between father and son, sold just 3,212 copies in its first week and failed to enter the UK Official Top 50 chart. Following a lucrative $40 million deal with Penguin Random House for four books, Meghan's literary projects have stalled, with no new releases in sight. Her podcasting ventures have also faced challenges; while 'Archetypes' initially garnered popularity, it ended after one season, and her new podcast 'Confessions of a Female Founder' struggled to attract notable guests. Additionally, her lifestyle brand, initially named American Riviera Orchard, encountered trademark issues and was rebranded to As Ever. The couple's Netflix partnership also ended after their shows failed to achieve significant viewership, culminating in a downgrading of their contract. Overall, Meghan's attempts to establish a stable career post-royalty have been met with mixed success.