You Got Anything Stronger?: Stories

"You Got Anything Stronger?" is a sequel to the author's previous book, "Were Going to Need More Wine," and continues the project of unshackling. It reflects the changes in the author's life over the past four years, including becoming a mom and taking on social issues. The author opens up about her surrogacy journey and the birth of her daughter, and takes on racist institutions and practices in the entertainment industry. The book is said to be the author's most vulnerable work.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 19 January 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

The Washington Post recently reviewed the book You Got Anything Stronger?, praising it as a continuation of the author's project of unshackling and soul-baring work. The author, who released Were Going to Need More Wine in 2017, expressed uncertainty about whether there was more of them to share after being so open and honest in their writing. However, life happened with its plot twists, leading to the need for new stories to be told.

In the four years since the release of Were Going to Need More Wine, the author has experienced significant changes in their life. They became a mom to two amazing girls, their husband retired, and their career expanded, allowing them to lift up other voices that need to be heard. At the same time, the world has shown us that we still have a lot to fight for, as women, black women, mothers, aging women, human beings, and friends.

You Got Anything Stronger? takes the reader on a journey through the ever-changing life of the author, presenting challenges as well as moments of pure joy. The book includes a girls' night at Chateau Marmont and a conversation with the character Isis from Bring It On. For the first time, the author openly discusses their surrogacy journey and the birth of their daughter, Kaavia James Union Wade. They also take on racist institutions and practices in the entertainment industry, advocating for equality and real accountability.

The author describes You Got Anything Stronger? as their most vulnerable work, sharing personal experiences and emotions in a raw and honest way. The book is a testament to the author's growth and resilience, and it serves as a call to action for readers to fight for the things they believe in and work towards a more just and equitable world.

Weight: 204g
Dimension: 203 x 135 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780062979940