Chat with La Muse
A book cover and a chat invite
Hello lovely readers,
I’m madly juggling work and book promo but I have two little updates for you:
The first is a new addition to my Substack publication: the La Muse subscriber chat.
This is a conversation space in the Substack app that I’ve set up exclusively for my subscribers — kind of like a group chat or live hangout. I’ll post short prompts, thoughts, and updates that come my way, and you can jump into the discussion. I really hope to see you there!
To join our chat, you’ll need to download the Substack app (scroll down for instructions), now available for both iOS and Android. Chats are sent via the app, not email, so turn on push notifications so you don’t miss conversation as it happens.
The second is a new cover! Yes, Wherever You Go is coming out with UK publisher Bloodhound Books on October 19. Have a look at the cover reveal below. I love it - and I really like the flower branding they have given both my titles.
About Wherever You Go:
“Deeply affecting...” (Vanessa Carnevale, author of My Life for Yours).
After a life-shattering tragedy, Amy and Matt have resettled in the little community of Blackwood. They want to start fresh, but despite their efforts, shadows still hang over them: Amy struggles with panic attacks, depression, and anger, while Matt feels growing resentment at having to walk on eggshells around his wife.
Amy finds a soothing distraction in the Around the World Supper Club—a social group she’s created that brings them together with neighbours each month—while Matt’s quiet desperation grows. When the past finally catches up with them, their newfound sanctuary—and their marriage—is threatened again. Can they survive yet more turmoil?
Rich with unexpected characters and extraordinary insight, Wherever You Go is a powerful and ultimately uplifting tale of heartbreaking loss, recovery, and redemption.
Wherever You Go is available for preorder now in print and ebook. Fingers crossed I’ll have audiobook news soon.
Wildflower has been selling really well and if you haven’t read it yet, I’d love for you to check it out. The audiobook is now in production and I expect to have an update on that very soon.
asked me why I think people should read WILDFLOWER. Here's what I said:"Wildflower weaves the complexities of families, friends, and lovers into an emotional mystery as it explores the best and the worst of the human spirit. Despite the themes, Wildflower is a light in the darkness, reflecting hope and resilience, as well as being a strong voice for the rights of women and children to be safe, valued and loved."
"...should be added to everyone’s to-read list." - Jodi Gibson
Look out for another La Muse post shortly - it’s a guest post from my writer friend Irena Karafilly about mastering art and life.
Love,
Monique
How to get started with the La Muse Chat
Download the app by clicking this link or the button below. Substack Chat is now available on both iOS and Android.
Open the app and tap the Chat icon. It looks like two bubbles in the bottom bar, and you’ll see a row for my chat inside.
That’s it! Jump into my thread to say hi, and if you have any issues, check out Substack’s FAQ.
Yes, that’s the one - just went to my phone and checked
I can only find the Substack reader app on my app store at the moment!