Know My Name

A Memoir

By: Chanel Miller

Narrated by: Chanel Miller

Universally acclaimed, rapturously reviewed, winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for autobiography, and an instant New York Times bestseller, Chanel Miller's breathtaking memoir "gives readers the privilege of knowing her not just as Emily Doe, but as Chanel Miller the writer, the artist, the survivor, the fighter."—The Wrap

"I opened Know My Name with the intention to bear witness to the story of a survivor. Instead, I found myself falling into the hands of one of the great writers and thinkers of our time. Chanel Miller is a philosopher, a cultural critic, a deep observer, a writer's writer, a true artist. I could not put this phenomenal book down." —Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Love Warrior and Untamed

"Know My Name is a gut-punch, and in the end, somehow, also blessedly hopeful."—Washington Post

She was known to the world as Emily Doe when she stunned millions with a letter. Brock Turner had been sentenced to just six months in county jail after he was found sexually assaulting her on Stanford's campus. Her victim impact statement was posted on BuzzFeed, where it instantly went viral--viewed by eleven million people within four days, it was translated globally and read on the floor of Congress; it inspired changes in California law and the recall of the judge in the case. Thousands wrote to say that she had given them the courage to share their own experiences of assault for the first time.

Now she reclaims her identity to tell her story of trauma, transcendence, and the power of words. It was the perfect case, in many ways--there were eyewitnesses, Turner ran away, physical evidence was immediately secured. But her struggles with isolation and shame during the aftermath and the trial reveal the oppression victims face in even the best-case scenarios. Her story illuminates a culture biased to protect perpetrators, indicts a criminal justice system designed to fail the most vulnerable, and, ultimately, shines with the courage required to move through suffering and live a full and beautiful life.

Know My Name will forever transform the way we think about sexual assault, challenging our beliefs about what is acceptable and speaking truth to the tumultuous reality of healing. It also introduces readers to an extraordinary writer, one whose words have already changed our world. Entwining pain, resilience, and humor, this memoir will stand as a modern classic.

Chosen as a BEST BOOK OF 2019 by The New York Times Book Review, The Washington Post, TIME, Elle, Glamour, Parade, Chicago Tribune, Baltimore Sun, BookRiot

This book just gave me the push to keep going!

My therapist recommended that i read this book 7 days ago and I literally devoured it! I listened to the audio book and made notes in the kindle version.
I can’t explain what this book has done for me! Hearing Chanel’s story and listening to all of her feelings has truly made me feel that I am not alone, my feelings are valid and it is not my fault!
Thank you Chanel Miller for telling your story!!!! You have given me the strength I need to keep going!

Pulitzer

Miller deserves the Pulitzer. This is the defining work of this all-too-important era in which we live. It was even more captivating listening to her read the book herself. A truly remarkable achievement.

The most important book of the year....

maybe even of the decade. I’ve never written a review here before. There was no question that this would need to be my first. Know My Name is a must-read. It’s just that simple.

This book has opened my eyes and changed me.

This book. Wow. Everyone should read or listen to this book. Chanel is such an outstanding writer who changed my perspectives on soo many things. I appreciated and loved how she made me think , made me uncomfortable and made me see important issues from a whole new perspective. She is a brave, courageous, and inspiring warrior. I am a better woman and human for listening to your story. Thank you Chanel.

Awareness

I found strength in her words. Why is the victim always blamed as if they walk around with signs welcoming assault? I commend you for speaking out for all of us. My most memorable part in within chapter 12, where privilege was pointed out. Because privilege is what allows crimes and assaults go unnoticed and brushed off, leaving victims to suffer. Thank you for your words Chanel!