Michelle Obama’s new memoir, The Light Humans Carry: Overcoming in Only certain Times, will be released by Penguin Dilapidated Shack on Nov. 15, following the global bestseller Becoming.
Barack Obama wrote in an Instagram story announcing the release of his new book, “Like so many of you, I’ve spent a lot of time these past couple decades thinking on how to keep myself centered in a world full with so much uncertainty” (see the post below).
In fact, that process of self-reflection actually led me to begin writing again, and today, I am delighted to tell you about my new book, The Light Humans Carry, which will be released on November 15.
There are many questions that keep us up during the night: How do I know I’m good enough? That’s why I wrote this book.
which Obama describes as a collection of stories and practices that have aided me sort through these and other issues. Is there a way I can bring my whole self?
‘How do I conquer my fears?'”
The video accompanying the Instagram post shows Obama discussing the challenges of the past few years, including a global pandemic and insurrection.
as well as rising tides of bigotry and intolerance. She says that these things have left her feeling unbalanced and vulnerable. In her new memoir, she refers to it as a “toolbox.”
President Obama writes, “I never thought I’d be the author of two books, let alone one.” “However, I’ve discovered that putting this down on paper has allowed me to collect my thoughts and gain more perspective during this difficult time.
As a result, I sincerely hope this book has the same impact on you as it has on me.
For example, “starting kind,” “going high,” and putting together your own “kitchen table” of trusted friends and mentors are all included in the new book by President Obama,
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Penguin Random House says. She also tackles issues of race, gender, and visibility with her trademark candor, and compassion, and she encourages her readers to overcome their fears, find strength in their communities, and live boldly.”
According to Penguin Random House, The Light We Carry would be published in 14 different languages and 27 different countries.
There are more than 17 million copies of the 2018 book Becoming in print and an accompanying audiobook that have been sold around the world, according to Penguin Random House.