Tamara Winfrey Harris is a writer who specializes in the intersection of current events, politics, and pop culture with race and gender. Her work delves into the complexities of how Black women are portrayed and their fight against limiting stereotypes to reclaim their full humanity. Winfrey Harris is a sought-after commentator, with her insights featured across prominent media outlets. She began her writing journey through a personal blog, which allowed her to explore and challenge societal norms surrounding race and identity.
"From the bestselling author of The Sisters Are Alright comes a book of personal letters written by black women to black girls to nurture healthy womanhood and sisterhood, covering topics like identity, self-love, parents, violence, grief, mental health, sex, and sexuality"-- Provided by publisher
"A slew of harmful stereotypes continues to follow Black women. The second edition of this bestseller debunks vicious misconceptions rooted in long-standing racism and shows that Black women are still alright"-- Provided by publisher
Changing the Broken Narrative of Black Women in America [16 Pt Large Print Edition]
Exploring the enduring stereotypes of black women, the book tackles the historical and contemporary caricatures that have shaped societal perceptions. From the Mammy to the Jezebel, these damaging images continue to influence public discourse and policy. Tamara Winfrey Harris addresses critical topics such as marriage, motherhood, and beauty, challenging the misconceptions and revealing the multifaceted realities of black women's lives. With a powerful message, she emphasizes the need for recognition and appreciation of their true identities.
Empowering, feminist guidance for Black women on living unapologetically and authentically--from the bestselling author of The Sisters Are Alright. Unshackle your authentic self from the expectations and stereotypes of American culture through the 6 pillars of living free as a Black woman. Tamara Winfrey Harris harnesses her knowledge as a two-time author and storyteller of the Black femme experience and nationally known expert on the intersections of race and gender to deliver a sharp feminist analysis that is illustrated by real-life stories and examples plucked from popular culture and intimate Black woman-to-Black woman truth-telling. This book is separated into two parts. First, the meaning of liberation is explored and Black women will be guided in creating sustaining practice to mature their well-being along the freedom journey. In part two, readers are introduced to the 6 pillars of living free as a Black woman: Spot the distortions Know your truth Celebrate the real you Understand the cost of liberation Practice freedom SEE free Black women everywhere With the bold, astute writing that you have come to expect from Winfrey-Harris, A Black Woman's Guide to Getting Free urges Black women everywhere to choose themselves, and choose freedom, in a world that would have you chained.