Holiday Book Event: Discussion & Booksigning with Author Chloe Dulce Louvouezo new book, “Life, I Swear: Intimate Stories from Black Women”
Thursday, December 9th @ 7:00 PM – Malik Books 6000 Sepulveda Blvd, Suite 2470, Culver City, CA 90230
Holiday Event with the perfect book gift: Life, I Swear: Intimate Stories from Black Women by Chloe Dulce Louvouezo. A discussion and Booksigning moderated by Channing Zayzay. Come one Come all to this spirited event and meet author and podcaster Chloe Dulce Louvouezo as we celebrate the stories of black woman.
About Book
In this stunningly illustrated essay collection inspired by the popular podcast Life, I Swear, prominent Black women reflect on self-love and healing, sharing stories of the trials and tribulations they’ve faced and what has helped them confront pain, heal wounds, and find connection.
With essays by Eniafebiafe Isis Adewale • Lauren Ash • Gabrielle Williams • Lindsey Farrar • Nneke Julia • Elaine Welteroth • Meryanne Loum-Martin • Lili Lopez • Deun Ivory • Morgan Ashley • Dydine Umunyana • Adriana Parrish • Orixa Jones • Offeibea Obubah • Alex Elle • Kalkidan Gebreyohannes • Esther Boykin • Brooke Hall • Qimmah Saafir • Josefina H. Sanders • Julee Wilson • Shay Jiles • Danasia Fantastic
A mixture of poignant essays, gorgeous photography, and sophisticated design elements, Life, I Swear is a chronicle of transformation and growth by and for modern-day Black women. Some of today’s most influential Black female voices chronicle their private journeys, offering testimonies of living through pain and joy with raw honesty and unapologetic self-love.
In each episode of her podcast, Life, I Swear, emotive storyteller Chloe Dulce Louvouezo explores the nuances of our diverse experiences. In one-on-one interviews and personal prose, the podcast centers on personal stories that offer universal insights into topics relevant to modern women’s lives, from identity and family to trauma and motherhood, told through the lens of Black women. A catalyst for change, this revelatory book builds on the premise of the podcast by diving deeper into themes of mental health, identity and resilience. Life, I Swear is sure to spark lively, thought-provoking, and necessary conversations that encourage Black women to return home to themselves through self-examination and grace.
Life, I Swear features 100-125 full-color photographs throughout.
Event is Free: Purchase book at malikbooks.com
About Author Chloe Dulce Louvouezo
Rooted in her global citizenship, Chloe’s fifteen-year career in communications has advanced diverse and inclusive storytelling at domestic and global organizations addressing education, poverty, and mental health. She currently serves as Senior Communications Officer at The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on its Public Engagement and Insights team. Prior to joining the foundation, she served as Director of Communications for Services for the Underserved, one of the largest human services agencies in New York City, and Akilah Institute for Women, a women’s college in Kigali, Rwanda after working in public affairs at the start of her career.
Chloe sits on Washington, DC Mayor Bowser’s Commission for Women, through which she supports citywide initiatives championing health and human services and public policy safety for women. She is also a founding board member of HURU, which creates sacred spaces for rest experiences that foster emotional wellbeing and wholeness. Chloe earned her B.A. in Journalism from Howard University with a concentration in Cultural Anthropology and her M.P.S. in Public Relations and Corporate Communications from Georgetown University. She holds a professional certificate in Diversity and Inclusion Leadership from Cornell University. She is a mother to one son, Myel.
Event is Free: Purchase book at malikbooks.com
