I Am Not Your Baby Mother: THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

In her book "I Am Not Your Baby Mother," Candice Odita explores the experiences of black mothers in Britain, challenging the traditional portrayal of motherhood in the media. She offers a fresh perspective on motherhood, advocating for diversity and inclusivity in the parenting world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 04 March 2021
Publisher: Quercus Publishing

The Sunday Times bestseller, I Am Not Your Baby Mother by Giovanna Fletcher, has captured the hearts of readers with its powerful and relatable storytelling. The book delves into the experiences of black mothers, offering a much-needed perspective on motherhood that has often been overlooked or marginalized in mainstream media.

In her review for The Sunday Times, Lorraine Kelly praised the book as "remarkable," stating that it "sears with honesty and emotion." Dolly Alderton also expressed her admiration, calling it "absolutely loved," and highlighting the author's ability to capture the complexities and challenges of black motherhood with "searing" honesty.

One reader, Nadiya Hussain, described the book as "brilliant," praising Fletcher for her "original and much-needed guide to navigating black motherhood." Sophie Ellis-Bextor added that it provides a "brilliantly observed look at life as a black mother," and Cosmopolitan recognized it as an "original and much-needed guide to navigating black motherhood."

Red magazine described the book as an "urgent part-memoir, part-manifesto about black motherhood," highlighting its importance in bringing a fresh perspective to the mumfluencer world. Grazia magazine recommended the book to every mother, stating that it is a "must-read" that will resonate with mothers everywhere.

Candice, the author of I Am Not Your Baby Mother, began her motherhood journey in 2016 after noticing that the portrayal of motherhood in the British media was largely unrepresentative of the diverse experiences of women in society. She started blogging about motherhood, sharing her own experiences and raising awareness about the challenges faced by black mothers.

The book explores the various stages of motherhood, from pregnancy to the early years of childhood, and addresses the hurdles that black mothers encounter, such as white privilege, racial micro-aggression, and unconscious bias. Fletcher does so with her trademark sense of humor and honesty, providing a relatable and empowering narrative for black mothers.

Through her writing, Fletcher hopes to make motherhood more diverse and inclusive, challenging the stereotypes and biases that exist in society and providing a platform for black mothers to share their stories and experiences. I Am Not Your Baby Mother has already made a significant impact, inspiring and empowering black mothers to embrace their roles and celebrate their unique journeys as mothers.

Weight: 174g
Dimension: 129 x 195 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529406283