Order of Veronica Chambers Books

Veronica Chambers is an author with a diverse range of books. In 2012, she achieved significant success by co-writing Marcus Samuelsson’s memoir, Yes, Chef, which won a James Beard award and made it to the New York Times bestseller list. In 2017, she edited a successful collection of essays about Michelle Obama. Chambers has written non-fiction, books for younger audiences, and her own novels. One of her most acclaimed works is her memoir, Mama’s Girl, which recounts her experiences growing up in a black Caribbean immigrant family. Despite facing financial struggles, the family's life is enriched by the strong bonds among the Spanish-speaking black women. The book's vivid accounts of the challenging and often violent domestic struggles are truly captivating.