Tamika D. Mallory has never been afraid to speak truth to power. Known as a change agent—not just as a movement leader, but as an author and storyteller—she’s revealing a different kind of truth: Her own.
With the release of her gripping memoir, I LIVED TO TELL THE STORY: A Memoir of Love, Legacy, and Resilience, the globally recognized social activist has launched more than just a book tour—it’s a national reckoning wrapped in raw truth, healing, and hope.
Following the critical acclaim of her 2021 bestseller State of Emergency, Mallory’s new memoir digs even deeper. It peels back the layers of her public persona to share the untold stories of pain, perseverance, and purpose that have shaped her into one of the most formidable voices of our generation.
From Harlem to healing, Mallory invites readers into her world with unflinching honesty, detailing her experiences as the daughter of Black civil rights leaders, navigating teen pregnancy, mourning the loss of a loved one to gun violence, enduring sexual assault, and overcoming addiction after prescribed medication led her to rehab. Each chapter is a revelation, offering not only insight but also solidarity for those who have faced similar battles behind closed doors.
And now, Mallory is bringing those conversations face to face with the people who need them most.
A NATIONAL TOUR WITH A PURPOSE
Her book tour has ignited deeply personal and transformative conversations across the country. With sold-out appearances and standing ovations, Mallory has connected with thousands of readers ready to engage in the uncomfortable, necessary dialogue her memoir inspires. These aren’t your typical book signings; they’re community healing sessions.
“I’m not just sharing a story. I’m sharing my scars so others know they’re not alone,” Mallory has said on tour.
MARTHA’S VINEYARD BLACK BOOK FESTIVAL
Last August, Mallory brought her message to one of the summer’s most anticipated cultural events, the Martha’s Vineyard Black Book Festival. She appeared at the Martha’s Vineyard Black Book Festival on Saturday, August 9, where she participated in a featured conversation about I LIVED TO TELL THE STORY and the personal journey behind the headlines.
