Who Will Tell My Story? is a powerful, week-by-week journey into the heart of storytelling, identity and resilience. Written by veteran educator and writer Pamela Fordham, this memoir blends personal essays, poetic reflections, and classroom vignettes to explore the intersections of race, grief, motherhood, teaching, and hope.
Inspired by a lifetime of experiences, from the classroom trenches to the quiet moments of caregiving, Fordham invites readers to reflect on their own stories through 52 thematic chapters, each ending with a prompt that asks: What is your story?
With unflinching honesty and lyrical prose, Fordham confronts the complexities of being Black, female, and human in a world that often overlooks the voices that matter most. From the haunting aftermath of Hurricane Katrina to the intimate caregiving of aging parents, from classroom battles to cultural reckonings, this book is a testament to the transformative power of writing and remembering. Whether you are a teacher, parent, student, or seeker of truth, Who Will Tell My Story? will challenge you to reclaim your voice, honor your past, and find hope for the best (and worst) days of your life.
This is not just a memoir.
It’s a mirror, a map, and a movement.
