A Novel • AscendSphere Press™
The HigherCalling
Some Callings Cost More…
But They Lead Higher.
A powerful, faith-driven story of purpose, resilience, and the price of progress. More than a book — it’s a movement.
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- Faith
- Integrity
- Courage
- Purpose
- Leadership
- Progress
- Responsibility
About the Book
The Higher Calling follows Dr. Laila Monroe, a driven healthcare executive whose life is turned upside down by betrayal, difficult choices, and the true cost of leadership. Through faith, resilience, and purpose, she discovers that her calling was never about power, but about people, impact, and staying true to who she was created to be.
From the Author
Why I Wrote It
Hear Lavatrice share the inspiration behind The Higher Calling and why standing firm in your values is always worth it.
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Get your copy · All formats release November 1, 2026
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Meet the Characters
Ten characters. Different perspectives. One unforgettable journey.
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Dr. Laila Monroe
Healthcare Executive
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Darius Monroe
Laila's Husband
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Marcus Vale
Executive
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Celeste Warren
Chief Human Resources Officer
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Camille Bennett
A Name That Raises Questions
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David Chen
Finance Executive
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Dr. Adrian Cole
Physician Executive
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Nia Brooks
Colleague
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Maya Monroe
Laila's Daughter
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Jordan Monroe
Laila's Son
Callingnistas™
7 Ways to Show Your Style
One Tee. Endless Ways To Slay.
Show us how you style your Higher Calling shirt and be part of a movement of purpose, sisterhood, and unforgettable style. No purchase is needed to join the conversation.
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Read it. Wear it. Live it.
Wear the Calling
The Founder’s 1,000 Collection: a signed, personalized hardcover, the red collector tee, and a numbered collector’s certificate. Wear it to work, to church, to the show, and everywhere your calling takes you.
Founder’s numbers are assigned in order — low numbers are still available. Claim yours before they’re gone.
The PLUM DROP™ Podcast
Real Conversations. Real People. Real Impact.
Pull up a seat at The PLUM DROP, where we talk books, business, life, leadership, culture, community, and you.
Wear the Calling on air. Our guests show up in Higher Calling collector tees, and Callingnistas looks will be featured on the show. Get yours and be camera-ready.
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Readers. Leaders. Callingnistas. Let’s Talk.
This month’s questionWhat does “Some callings cost more, but they lead higher” mean to you?
Community guidelines
- Be kind and respectful. Disagree with ideas, not people.
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Join the Launch Team
Help bring The Higher Calling to more readers. Launch Team members read the book early, share their honest thoughts, and help spread the word during launch week.
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- Exclusive Launch Team updates from Lavatrice
- A shout-out as part of the movement
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A Movement of Purpose
More Than A Book
It’s A Movement.
The Higher Calling is a story — and a community — for everyone navigating purpose, leadership, and life’s next chapter. Whether you’re here to read, listen, connect, or style your story, there’s a place for you in this movement.