by Kelly Ripa
First published 2003
Kelly Ripa gathers personal reflections on motherhood from notable figures across entertainment, politics, and media. Contributors including gossip columnist Cindy Adams, celebrity chef Bobby Flay, comedian Howie Mandel, and political figure Karenna Gore Schiff share their experiences and perspectives on maternal relationships. Each essay offers a different lens on the complexities of being a mother or having a mother, drawing from the varied backgrounds and careers of the writers. The collection spans different generations and professions, creating a mosaic of voices united by the common thread of maternal bonds. Ripa curates these personal accounts to explore how motherhood shapes and defines relationships across different walks of life.
Genres: family, non-fiction, biography-memoir, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
Hardcover · Hyperion