Hello... It's me...

Hello, Lovelies...

I know it has been way too long and I have neglected my website. I have been focused on a few different things and spread very thin!

In a way. I have been trying to find my feet and groove when connecting on social media platforms. Tiktok has been interesting but IG/Bookstagram has been my favourite. The communities are the same but also very different.

So let's get on to the good stuff and updates!!

In March, I signed a publishing contract with Europe Books. Since then, I have met my fabulous editor, Stella, and have been editing, editing, and more editing. It felt never-ending, but we have finally reached the final draft. These past two to three weeks, we have been finalizing the layout small things more than anything else. I am sure last night's adjustments will be the final draft.

Next, we move on to cover design, which should take 2-3 weeks. Once I approve the cover, printing, and release should take 2-3 months. Provisionally, I am hoping for a Mach 2025 release date! #Exciting

I am overwhelmed and also petrified to share this big part of my heart and life story with you.

In February, my husband sent me a TikTok video about earning extra money by designing a journal. While testing the steps in the video, I had a crazy idea... Why not try to design my own reading journal?

I had looked everywhere for a decent and fun reading journal but didn't find one that I liked. All the cool ones were from overseas companies and would cost me a fortune to buy.

With a lot of research, and creating a physical mock-up of a reading journal I would love, I finally had a template for a journal. So, I reached out to Willow Trading SA as a distributor and presented my idea to them. They loved it! From there, they helped me with the final layout, design, and printing options.

On Sunday, I announced my journal on my social platforms and launched an amazing giveaway.

For a chance to be one of three winners, head over to my Instagram page and check it out to enter. The giveaway closes on Saturday.

I am beyond excited!

Anyway, I promise to be back soon and more regularly.

Love

Chené