"If not now, then when?"
This question has echoed through our mind countless times, urging us to seize the moment and pursue our dreams. Like many of you, I've grappled with this question repeatedly, seeking clarity amidst life's twists and turns.
For me, the journey to finding an answer has been a lesson in patience and trust. I've always been driven by goals, fueled by the promise of a tangible endpoint. Endlessly circling without progress is a notion that's always left me feeling unfulfilled.
My memoir, "She Called Me Throwaway," has been a labor of love spanning decades.
There were years when it lay dormant as I prioritized raising my children. But now, the time has come to share my story with the world.
On March 26th, 2024, my memoir will finally be released—a culmination of years of dedication and perseverance.
Yet, this moment is bittersweet.
Alongside the satisfaction of achievement, there's an undercurrent of anxiety. Sharing my innermost thoughts and family secrets with the public is daunting. I'm aware that my truth may strain relationships within my family, adding a layer of sorrow to this milestone.
Despite the years it took to reach this point, I find myself without clear answers or resolutions. Yet, amidst the uncertainty, there's a profound sense of accomplishment. Perhaps, for now, and maybe even for the rest of my days, that will be enough.
I am fortunate to have several individuals who agreed to read the Advance Reader Copy of my memoir.
Here is one review–
“This is not only a survivor's story but a fascinating foray into Bangladeshi culture and norms. Shama paints her home country with vivid color and also with a black and white brush of sadness, as a child deeply impacted by an impoverished country and the political upheaval therein. After suffering incomprehensible abuse as a child, Shama is rescued by a father whose only intention is to bring his family to America for a better life. This book is a story like no other I’ve read. You will be in awe of what the human spirit can endure.”
