Gabrielle Union Libros

In this collection of essays, actress Gabrielle Union tells personal and true stories about power, color, gender, feminism, and fame.

Recognized as a standout in 2021, this book has earned accolades from prestigious lists including Time's 100 Must Read Books and has been a New York Times Best Seller. It also features among Audible's Best of the Year and AV Club's Best Books to Buy. The book's compelling narrative and critical acclaim highlight its significance in contemporary literature, making it a must-read for fans and new readers alike.

Remember when we hit it off so well that we decided We’re Going to Need More Wine? This time, let’s ask our friend the bartender, You Got Anything Stronger? I promise to keep you laughing, but this round delves deeper with higher stakes. We left off in October 2017, just before my first book came out. Those weeks were filled with dreams of loss—pets dying, my husband leaving, babies not being born. My therapist said it was my soul preparing for my true self to emerge after letting go of grief. I had finally opened up about my fertility journey, grappling with second thoughts and the isolation of multiple miscarriages. Sharing my truth invited compassion from others who revealed their own heartbreaks. After the success of my first book, people clamored for a sequel, with headlines calling for more of me. However, I wasn’t sure I had more to share. Yet, life’s plot twists demanded new stories. In the past four years, I became a mom to two amazing girls, my husband retired, and my career expanded, allowing me to amplify other voices. In this new exploration, I confront challenges while celebrating moments of joy. I take you on a girl’s night at Chateau Marmont, discuss my character from Bring It On, and open up about my surrogacy journey and the birth of Kaavia James Union Wade. I also tackle racism in the entertainment industry, advocating for equality and accountability. This book reflects my most vulnerable self, where I

Inspired by the eagerly awaited birth of her daughter, Kaavia James Union Wade, ... author and ... actress Gabrielle Union pens a festive and universal love letter from parents to little ones, [meant to welcome] a baby to the party of life--Publisher marketing.

Explore feelings and emotions through the charming character of Shady Baby in this engaging board book. Created by the bestselling trio of Gabrielle Union, Dwyane Wade, and Tara Nicole Whitaker, it offers a delightful way for young readers to understand and express their emotions. The vibrant illustrations and relatable themes make it an excellent choice for early childhood learning and bonding moments.

Racial identity, pop culture, and delusions of perfection collide in an eye-opening memoir by fashion and beauty insider Danielle Prescod. Growing up Black in an elite, predominantly white community, Danielle found her identity increasingly invisible amidst the whitewashed media she consumed. She aspired to fit into this narrow mold, setting harmful goals that led her to endure painful chemical hair treatments in elementary school and to deprive herself of food during puberty. Her obsession with controlling her image through impeccable fashion choices drove her to pursue a career in beauty and fashion, navigating the storm of racist and sexist beauty standards. Assimilation was challenging, but Danielle became the "Token Black Girl," striving for social cache while climbing the media ladder, all while facing demeaning questions and assumptions from colleagues. After years of suppressing her emotions and true self, she turned a critical eye inward, confronting the motivations behind her self-destructive behaviors. With sharp wit and candor, this memoir unpacks the damaging effects of insidious white supremacy in media—both unconscious and strategic—while sharing a personal journey of recovery, celebrating identity, and dismantling social conditioning.

"After a long morning of being fabulous, Shady Baby heads to the park for a relaxing play session. But what does she find?! Some not-so-nice kids picking on others. Shady flashes them a look--her famous side eye--and teaches them that it's better to play nice. But when her feelings are hurt, will anyone stand (or crawl) by her side?"-- Provided by publisher