Thicker than Water
A Memoir
by Kerry Washington
Published by: Little, Brown Spark, September 26, 2023
Genre: Nonfiction | Biography & Memoir
Page Count: 320 (Hardcover)
Audiobook Length: 9 hours
Audiobook Narrator: Kerry Washington
ISBN: 9780316497398
Publisher’s Description
Award-winning actor, director, producer, and activist Kerry Washington shares the deeply moving journey of her life so far, and the “beautiful” story of discovering her truth in this instant New York Times bestseller (Oprah Winfrey).
While on a drive in Los Angeles, on a seemingly average afternoon, Kerry Washington received a text message that would send her on a life-changing journey of self-discovery. In an instant, her very identity was torn apart, with everything she thought she knew about herself thrown into question.
In Thicker than Water, Washington gives readers an intimate view into both her public and private worlds—as a mother, daughter, wife, artist, advocate, and trailblazer. Chronicling her upbringing and life’s journey thus far, she reveals how she faced a series of challenges and setbacks, effectively hid childhood traumas, met extraordinary mentors, managed to grow her career, and crossed the threshold into stardom and political advocacy, ultimately discovering her truest self and, with it, a deeper sense of belonging.
Throughout this profoundly moving and beautifully written memoir, Washington attempts to answer the questions so many have struggled with: Who am I? What is my most authentic self? How do I find a deeper sense of connection and belonging? With grace and honesty, she inspires readers to search for—and find—themselves.
About the Author
Kerry Washington is an American actress, producer, and director. Born on January 31, 1977, in The Bronx, New York, she has gained widespread recognition for her work in television and film.
Kerry Washington is perhaps best known for her role as Olivia Pope in the television drama series “Scandal,” which aired from 2012 to 2018. Her performance in the series earned her critical acclaim and several award nominations. Washington has also appeared in notable films, including “Django Unchained,” “Ray,” and “The Last King of Scotland.”
In addition to her acting career, Kerry Washington is involved in various philanthropic and advocacy efforts.
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