Melania Trump’s forthcoming memoir, appropriately titled “Melania,” has risen to the top of multiple Amazon bestseller categories a month before its official release. With a release date set for October 1, 2024, the book has already earned the number one position in Amazon’s Memoirs, U.S. Presidents, and Political Leader Biographies categories.
During the development of the memoir, Melania referred to the experience as “an amazing journey filled with emotional highs and lows,” commenting that each story she shares “shaped me into who I am today.”
The book, published by Skyhorse Publishing, promises a deep dive into Melania’s life. It covers her early years in Slovenia, her successful career in fashion, and her time as First Lady of the United States. There will be two editions of the book: a standard version and a collector’s edition. The latter is expected to contain extra photographs and a digital collectible, although the release date may differ from the standard edition.
The memoir narrates the extraordinary journey of Melania, who overcame hurdles to achieve her personal goals. Despite her low-profile during her husband’s presidency, Melania used her platform to champion child welfare through her “Be Best” campaign, focusing on children’s well-being in the context of social media, bullying, and mental health.
Following her time in the White House, Melania Trump has largely stayed away from politics, but she has continued her philanthropic endeavors through the “Fostering the Future” initiative. This program offers scholarships and educational opportunities to children in the foster care system. Many of the beneficiaries are currently studying at various universities across the U.S., specializing in areas like technology and computer science.
Despite the challenges involved in writing a memoir, Melania found the process fulfilling, stating, “The process reminded me of my strength and the beauty of sharing my truth.”
Melania has also ventured into business, launching a mother-centric jewelry line earlier this year. A portion of the profits from her jewelry sales goes towards her Fostering the Future initiative. In a statement, she emphasized the pivotal role mothers play in the American family unit and reiterated her commitment to supporting families and children.
Melania’s work as First Lady, especially her efforts to enhance the foster care system, was widely appreciated. She initiated virtual roundtables to discuss the system’s challenges and secured funding for educational grants for foster youth. Her advocacy led to legislation signed by then-President Donald Trump in December 2020, offering financial support for foster youth pursuing college or vocational training programs.
Melania has also entered the NFT (non-fungible token) market, creating unique digital assets and directing a part of the proceeds to her philanthropic endeavors. Despite maintaining a low profile, she remains committed to her charitable causes.
As the launch date for “Melania” nears, the book’s pre-release success indicates a strong public interest in Melania Trump’s journey and her impactful advocacy. The memoir is expected to offer a fresh perspective on her White House tenure, her personal life, and her dedication to aiding children in need.