From Bitter to Better: A Chocolate Momma's Journey to Self-Discovery (Autograph)

Bitter to Better: A Chocolate Momma's Journey to Self-Discovery by Karen Taylor Bass is a powerful ode to Black women in their 40s and 50s, a time when life's tapestry weaves together the bitter with the sweet. With wisdom and warmth, Taylor Bass invites you into the Chocolate Momma Club (CMC), an exclusive sisterhood where accomplished, grounded, and conscious Black and brown women gather to share, heal, and thrive amidst a world that often diminishes their light.

Bitter to Better is not merely a book; it's a vibrant, living conversation about the intricacies of womanhood; through the lens of the CMC, Bass explores the essence of friendship, resilience, and the unbreakable bond of sisterhood. This narrative is a heartfelt celebration of life, love, and the enduring strength of women who have weathered storms and emerged with grace. It's a journey of rediscovering oneself, a reminder that amid life's complexities, there is always an opportunity to transform the bitter into something profoundly better.

Praise for From Bitter to Better: A Chocolate Momma's Journey to Self-Discovery

Bold and decadent..this novella, authored by Karen Taylor Bass, is a must-read for women of all ages. A guilty pleasure, you will continue to savor the flavor of each chapter as you digest the heartfelt relationship nuggets offered by Bass and the women who are charter members of the Chocolate Mama's Club (CMC).

- Cynthia M. Horner

CEO, RIGHT ON! Digital

Editor-In-Chief, RIGHT ON! Magazine

CEO, Cinnamon Chips Media

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This book takes you on a journey from the passenger seat of heartache, trauma, resilience, tenacity, and triumph-all while being inside the head of the main character while she reflects and navigates the difficult stages of each step she must take. I love how the book integrates her close friendships, stressing the importance of having a tribe...I can't wait for the next book! (I hope this will be a series!)

- Michelle M.

Karen Taylor Bass bravely shares her highest ties and lowest lows with her readers. Her story resonates with women from all walks of life. She makes the reader contemplate their own journey. Karen reminds us all that life has ups and downs. Those downs are made easier by the people who truly care for us. Sisterhood is sweeter than chocolate!

- S. Wilkins

This book journey is a cathartic experience when you see yourself or someone you know reflected in its pages and characters. Perfect for those experiencing a midlife renaissance, it highlights the lack of a playbook and the essential role of sisterhood and friendship! It offers insightful parallels for navigating life from various female perspectives. Engaging and effortless to read, I couldn't put this down. I can't wait for the series!

- LBD

I really couldn't put this book down. Karen Taylor Bass has created characters that are so relatable. You become invested quickly in the lives of these Chocolate Mommas. So much that you can't wait to find out how things turn out for these women. Definitely 10/10!

- Pascale

This book was wonderfully written. I started reading it and could not put it down. Great Novella for a Saturday afternoon!!!!

- Janet. M. Taylor

Loved this book. The author's note really reveals how this book is for all women! Journey through your life and friends with these characters. So relatable!

- Agnes D.