Inspired by the life and quotations of former first lady Michelle Obama, Opening My Eyes Underwater is a collection of essays penned by bestselling author Ashley Woodfolk. Essays of bullying, heartbreak, racism, and confidence, Ashley taps into her own past and shares those stories that made her who she is today as she seamlessly weaves in parallel experiences that both she and Mrs. Obama have faced in their separate childhoods and adult lives. Open, searing, and honest, these are stories readers will feel seen with. Readers who are growing and learning as they move forward through life's triumphs and pitfalls will undoubtedly gravitate to and find comfort within its pages.

Featuring Michelle Obama quotes throughout, Ashley Woodfolk explores how her life reflects our former First Lady in a book of essays for young adults.

About the Author
Ashley Woodfolk has loved reading and writing for as long as she can remember. She graduated from Rutgers University and worked in children's book publishing for over a decade. Now a full-time mom and writer, Ashley lives in a sunny Brooklyn apartment with her cute husband, her cuter dog, and the cutest baby in the world. Her books include The Beauty That Remains, When You Were Everything, Blackout, Nothing Burns As Bright As You and the Flyy Girls series.


Book Information
ISBN 9781250240378
Author Ashley Woodfolk
Format Hardback
Page Count 272
Imprint Feiwel and Friends
Publisher Feiwel and Friends
Weight(grams) 340g
Dimensions(mm) 197mm * 135mm * 25mm