Hiding from Myself: My Complicated Rebirth Into Womanhood and My Own Skin

by Amber Rose Washington

Overview

"This is a warm, funny, educational, and very human story... a reminder that we are all just humans trying to be our best. And that, like this book, is a precious thing."

Colin Mochrie, Actor/Comedian/Producer,

"Whose Line Is It Anyway"

Finally, I was revealing my true self to the world; someone I had recognized since the age of four. I confidently declared, "I'm a transgender woman-but a woman just the same."

In nearly an instant I had conquered my lifelong insecurities, fears, and demons by facing them with unapologetic authenticity. I was confidently staring down a societal construct that immersed itself in long-held sexual and gender-related mythology and ignorance. Had I finally overcome the mortal heartache of being a person who to me was anything but natural? Or was I about to be sideswiped by more adversity than I could have ever possibly imagined?

This must-read book will help extricate you from your irrational fears and help you uncover the courage and confidence hidden within you to become your best version-unapologetically you. It will help you discover a new understanding of the world, and yourself, all through the lens of one woman's rebirth into the person she was always meant to be.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781922372826
Publisher:	Amber Rose Washington
Publication date:	08/18/2020
Pages:	232
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.53(d)

About the Author

Amber Rose Washington is an author, songwriter, musician,
producer, public speaker, and advocate for trans girls and women. Although her greatest passion has always been music, writing books has become a very suitable segue into the next chapter of her life.



Amber grew up in Liberty, New York; a small town in the Catskill
Mountains. Her town and region were the inspiration behind the movie, Dirty Dancing. "The Catskills" are well-known by the
Hollywood elite as the place where so many celebrities of the past got their big break. You can experience a glimpse into this region in the Netflix Original series, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.



Her early accomplishments include working in the mid-90s as an arranger and cowriter on an exhibit that brought attention to the children of Africa; most notably, in Ethiopia. After traveling to over
150 countries, this exhibit would find its home in the Smithsonian in Washington, DC.



She had her true introduction into the music business from the late
Ann Ruckert, who was the Vice President of the Board of Governors of the Grammy's and vocal coach to the top names in the industry.
While she wrote many genres of music, it was her smooth jazz that people would come to recognize.



Before coming out, Amber also worked with several members of HBO's, The Sopranos and the movie Goodfellas in the capacity of producer. She has also worked with numerous country music recording artists doing TV and radio voice-overs, stage management,
and live concert introductions.



Amber has always surrounded herself with incredibly successful and influential people, from songwriters and musicians to Hollywood actors and screenwriters.



She attributes her final amassment of courage required to live her life authentically to former President Barack Obama and his positive words and actions toward the transgender community.



Amber currently lives in Florida. She and her team are currently building out her platform which will allow her to bring greater awareness of the diversity of the human condition. This platform will also facilitate innovative and educational speaking engagements and interactive lectures at college universities, pride events, radio,
Internet-based, and TV interviews, as well as regional transgender support group outreach in the United States and beyond.

Editorial Reviews

"This book will forever change your understanding of what it is to be unapologetically you."

Adam Glass, TV Writer/Executive Producer

"As the father of a transgender woman, I have never used the word journey so much in my life. We started in one place and wondrously ended up in another, more beautiful, exciting, and happier place. Reading Amber's book reminded me that everyone takes a diff erent path to get to where they want. The beauty of Hiding From Myself is that the insecurities and fears that Amber had to successfully overcome are the very same that stops all of us from reaching our destinations. Everyone can learn from this book, no matter your gender, sexuality, race, or myriad of other characteristics that make us who we are. This is a warm, funny, educational, and very human story and during this time in history, a reminder that we are all just humans trying to be our best. And that, like this book, is a precious thing."

Colin Mochrie, Actor/Comedian/Producer "Whose Line is it Anyway"

As a transgender woman, this book connects with me profoundly. As a friend of the author, I am inspired by the fearlessness with which Amber shares her personal journey. As a writer, I am envious of her grace and style on the page. But ultimately, as a human being, I am deeply moved by every word in this book. In many ways this feels like a history of my own life, but told from Amber's unique and illuminating perspective. Even if you are not transgender and do not know much about the subject, this memoir will provide you with a rich and rewarding experience fi lled with life, love, and self-discovery."

Rebecca Swan, Screenwriter/Producer

"As I read this amazing book, I realized as diff erent as I felt growing up, my story is so similar to Amber's. If you grew up transgender thinking you were alone, this is a must-read! You will fi nd yourself in these pages over and over again!"

Taylor Chandler Walker, Trans Activist & Speaker

"Hiding From Myself is the stirring portrait of a woman risking everything to fi nd-and free-her truest self. A modern-day renaissance woman, Amber Rose Washington's uplifting treatise on the inestimable value of a life fully realized promises not just a window into the transgender experience, but a singularly unique glimpse into the human condition as well."

Yael Boyle, Author, "Sweet Like Snake Wine"

"Reading Amber's book was an amazing, enlightening, and at times a frustrating set of events that led her to her journey of authenticity and congruity. She uses her voice to invite the reader into her world of disappointment, frustration, and hope. If you want to understand the complexities a transgender person faces before and during transition, this must-read book provides a detailed, no-bullshit account of her experiences that will leave you emotionally invested."

Sara Fackelman, Ph.D., LMHC, CAP, Board Certified Gender Therapist, Certified Clinical Sexologist

"Amber's life story is so inspiring! I was so intrigued with her thoughts that I couldn't wait to read what she wrote next. A real page turner. This book is going to help so many people understand what it's like growing up transgender. Thank you Amber for sharing your story with the world."

Christine Rizzo, Author & Certified Mindset Coach

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