The Ugly Cry: How I Became a Person (Despite My Grandmother's Horrible Advice)

This memoir is a heartwarming and hilarious account of one woman's journey through childhood trauma, redemption, and self-discovery.

With unflinching honesty and wicked humor, Danielle Henderson recounts her unconventional upbringing by a grandmother who taught her to embrace her Blackness, reject societal norms, and find strength in the face of adversity.

Through her grandmother's eye-rolling, foul-mouthed love, Danielle learns to navigate the complexities of identity, family, and belonging.

This memoir is a powerful reminder that family is not just about blood ties but about the people who shape us into who we are today.