This Is Not the Story You Think It Is... - by Laura Munson (Paperback)

About the Book

Based on the "New York Times" essay that created such a firestorm, this poignant, wise, and often funny memoir recounts a period of months in which Munson's faith in herself--and her marriage--was put to the test.

Book Synopsis

By the time Laura Munson had turned 40, her life was not how she thought it would turn out. Career success had eluded her; her beloved father was no longer around to be her biggest cheerleader; and her husband wanted out of their marriage.

Poignant, wise, and often exceedingly funny, this is the moment-by- moment memoir of a woman who decided to let go-in the midst of the emotional equivalent of a Category 5 hurricane. It recounts what happened as Munson set out on her spiritual journey-and provides raw, powerful inspiration to anyone searching for peace in an utterly unpredictable world.

Review Quotes

"Ever hear about the power of positive thinking? Ever wonder what it looks like in real life? Ever run up against some rocky places in your relationship that scare the crap out of you? If you answered yes, read this book. Now. I for one devoured it in 24 hours. It's pure real life illumination."
-Dr. Christiane Northrup, author of "Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom"

About the Author

Laura Munson lives with her family in Montana, where she writes novels, memoirs, short stories, and essays. This is her first published book.