Unzip my Skin - by Tsitsi Michelle Zawaira (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

by Tsitsi Michelle Zawaira

An exploration of identity, healing, and belonging.

1. Navigate the beautiful complexity of being African and Black in America.
2. Experience "Black Implosions"-the hidden emotional battles of joy, pain, and cultural (dis)connection.
3. Embrace the power of storytelling that reclaims heritage, history, and self-worth.
4. Celebrate the unapologetic beauty of Black skin, spirit, and truth.

More than essays-

It's a journey back to self and a triumph of spirit.

Unzip your Skin. Reclaim your inner light. Radiate truth.

Review Quotes

"If you've ever been moved by Zora Neale Hurston's piercing explorations of identity, Octavia Butler's fearless imagination, or James Baldwin's unflinching critique of the human condition, then Unzip My Skin by Tsitsi Zawaira will take its rightful place beside them on your bookshelf. Her essays are a stunning testament to the power of truth-telling, weaving profound observations of the human spirit with the kind of raw honesty and depth that define the work of literary giants. This is a book that doesn't just demand to be read-it demands to be felt." -Dara Beevas, Co-Founder of WiseInk

"Tsitsi is a writer of great charm and fluency. Her style is engagingly flamboyant and as persuasive as it is provocative. This is an exceptionally thought provoking and important account of her quest to understanding her true self. Her healing journey provides a blueprint for others. More than a timely book, Tsitsi's work in "Unzip my Skin" deserves to be read by all who wish to seek fresh directions for finding and exploring all aspects of oneself for people of African descent." - Patrick Troup, VP of Student Affairs - Minneapolis College

"Unzip My Skin provides a compelling exploration of Black identity and healing, viewed through the lens of a continental African woman navigating the American context. In the book, Tsitsi confronts the silent struggles of "black implosions," examining themes such as the meaning of home, ancestral joy as well as pain and the need for respect while challenging readers' preconceived notions of Blackness. The book emphasizes self-discovery through self- love, both intellectual and spiritual depth, whilst advocating for collective healing among Afro-descendants. Ultimately, her journey is a call for readers to embrace their own power and inherent worth." -Dr Dung Mao, CEO of Storyloon