Psychiatric Nurse and Mental Health Advocate Muffy Walker Launches Debut Novel: Memory Weavers

Story About the Power of Friendship Amid Life's Darkest Moments Drawing from Author's Personal Experiences

Book Earns Praise from Alzheimer's Association and High-Profile Science and Medical Industry Leaders

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Muffy Walker, a psychiatric nurse, patient advocacy group founder and Alzheimer's disease caregiver, today announced the launch of her debut novel, Memory Weavers. A poignant women's fiction work, the book explores the intricate threads of memory, trauma and friendship through the lives of two women navigating their most vulnerable moments. Memory Weavers is a must-read for fans of emotionally resonant women's fiction. Walker's authentic voice and compassionate storytelling shed light on the challenges of caregiving, trauma recovery and the strength found in human connection.

In Memory Weavers, Walker introduces readers to Hadley, a successful New York City professional preparing to celebrate her 22^nd wedding anniversary. She proposes genome sequencing as a gift to her husband to uncover and proactively address potential health risks. When the results reveal a devastating truth, Hadley spirals into depression, leaving her family to grapple with her mental decline.

Meanwhile, Rachel, a 27-year-old East Village resident, reluctantly attends therapy to confront panic attacks and flashbacks stemming from a college rape. With an overprotective mother and absent father, Rachel struggles to find stability in her life. The two women's lives intersect in a therapist's waiting room, where they form an unlikely, yet transformative, friendship. As Hadley clings to her memories and Rachel seeks to escape hers, their bond becomes a lifeline. Together, they navigate suicidal ideations, grief and healing, discovering the profound impact of connection and support.

"Memory Weavers is a deeply personal story inspired by my experiences as a psychiatric nurse and caregiver," said Walker. "I wanted to explore the complexities of mental health, memory and the ways women can uplift each other through shared struggles. This is about resilience through connections to help readers find ways to apply the themes of my story to help them with their own challenges."

Published by Koehler Books, Memory Weavers is now available for purchase at Amazon. The book will be available on April 8 at other retailers, including Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million and Thriftbooks.

Meet Muffy Walker and discuss her novel. A book tour itinerary is available in the events section on her website at www.muffywalker.com.

About the Author

Muffy Walker has a master's in psychiatric nursing, an MBA and is the founder of the International Bipolar Foundation. With a passion for mental health advocacy and storytelling, she crafts narratives that resonate deeply with readers. Her published works include The Great Jungle Talent Show and Healthy Living with Bipolar Disorder. Muffy's goal is to educate readers in a way that feels natural, engaging and thought-provoking. When she's not writing, she loves to explore exotic destinations, savor decadent chocolate desserts and spend time with her family and dogs. She is an avid pickleball player and enjoys the strategy and fun of Mah Jong. For more information, visit www.muffywalker.com.

Praise for Memory Weavers

"Memory Weavers is a poignant and compelling exploration of memory, trauma and resilience. With authenticity and depth, Muffy Walker captures the complexities of early-onset Alzheimer's and trauma-related disorders, shining a light on the profound impact of friendship and human connection in the face of adversity. As someone immersed in psychiatry, neurology and neuroscience, I am heartened by its ability to bridge storytelling with mental health awareness. A truly moving debut."

Husseini K Manji, MD, FRCPC
Professor, Oxford University and Adjunct Professor, Yale University
Co-chair, UK Govt Mental Health Mission
Former Global Therapeutic Head for Neuroscience at J&J
Former Director of NIH Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program

"Beautiful, moving and neurologically accurate. A rare achievement in literature!
We now know that memory and forgetting work in unison. We depend on memory to record our most cherished life experiences, while forgetting is vital for squelching those emotional experiences that can burn too hot. Literature is littered with works that focus on one or the  other. Muffy Walker has written one of the first books that weaves in both aspects in a searingly moving and neurologically astute novel that is a must read for anyone who cares about memory or forgetting. Which is to say, everyone."

Scott A. Small, MD
Director of the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, Columbia University

Contacts for Media Inquiries, Review Copy Requests and Speaking Engagement Invitations:

Muffy Walker at [email protected] or David Schull at [email protected] or (858) 717-2310.

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