R.E. CHATTERTON
My story began in Lexington, North Carolina, where a childhood car wreck left me in a coma for twelve days—and forever changed the course of my life.
Stories rooted in truth.
As featured in The Dispatch on July 21, 2026
NEW RELEASE
GOOD SLAVE
A raw and unfiltered memoir about faith, control, survival, and the long road back to freedom.
This is my story - the truth I was never allowed to tell.
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Praise for Good Slave
“An emotional must read especially for anyone who has left a high control religious organization, or someone deconstructing their faith, and choosing to live their truth. As the wife of someone who was raised as a Jehovah’s Witness, and who spent 10 years as a as Jehovah’s Witness myself, I can attest this book is spot on and exposes what it’s like being raised “in the truth.” It gives insight into the emotional turmoil leaving and choosing to live for yourself and can bring for so many. Very well written!”
“A brilliant look into the realities of growing up inside a restrictive, highly organized religion. But it’s so much more than that—it’s a deeply relatable journey through childhood trauma, pain, and ultimate perspective. The writing style beautifully pulls you in and walks you step-by-step through how our early lives affect our future selves. Highly recommended for anyone, whether you’re interested in religion or simply looking for a powerful story on overcoming life’s highs and lows.”
“An honest, relatable account of untangling oneself from a high control religion. R.E. Chatterton writes with courage and grit, as she finds her voice and relays her story. Whether processing your own story, or seeking the perspective of an ex-Jehovah’s Witness, this book will aid others who are reflecting/finding their own voices. R.E. Chatterton’s unique voice sheds light on the pain of religious trauma and on the unexpected moments of joy that come through healing.”
What's New at Lou Dog Studio
Lou Dog Studio is where stories come to life.
While Good Slave is introducing readers to my memoir, I'm already hard at work on new projects—including Stories from Briar Glen, the upcoming Briar Glen Mysteries, the audiobook edition of Good Slave, and whatever creative idea refuses to leave me alone next.
Here's what you can expect:
📖 Good Slave is now available in paperback and eBook, with the audiobook currently in production.
🌄 Stories from Briar Glen continues to grow, offering readers new glimpses into the mountain town before the mystery series begins.
📸 I'm regularly adding new photographs, behind-the-scenes updates, and stories from the places that have shaped my life and my writing.
🎙️ Lou Dog Studio is becoming the home for my books, audiobooks, music, and future creative projects—all created with one goal in mind:
Create Things That Matter.
So check back often. There's always another story waiting around the corner.