Matriarch: A Memoir by Tina Knowles is out now from Jonathan Ball Publishers!

In her first-ever memoir, Knowles presents a celebration of feminism, identity and pursuing your dreams.

Tina Knowles, the mother of iconic singer-songwriters Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Solange Knowles and bonus daughter Kelly Rowland, is known the world over as a Matriarch with a capital M: a determined, self-possessed, self-aware and wise woman who raised and inspired some of the great artists of our time. But this story is about so much more than that.

Matriarch begins with a precocious, if unruly, little girl growing up in 1950s Galveston, the youngest of seven. She is in love with her world, with extended family on every other porch and the sounds of Motown and the lapping beach always within earshot.

But as the realities of race and the limitations of girlhood set in, she begins to dream of the world beyond. Her instincts and impulsive nature drive her far beyond the shores of Texas to discover the life awaiting her on the other side of childhood. That life’s journey – through grief and tragedy, creative and romantic risks and turmoil, the nurturing of superstar offspring and of her own special gifts – is the remarkable story she shares with readers here.

About the author

Tina Knowles is a celebrated fashion designer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist whose career seamlessly blends creativity and impactful community work. Launching her professional journey as a makeup artist, hairstylist and owner of one of the biggest hair salons in Houston, Tina quickly became the visionary fashion stylist for the iconic music group Destiny’s Child. Her design expertise expanded to crafting stunning looks for Beyoncé’s world tours, television performances, movie roles and red-carpet events. As a designer, Tina successfully founded three clothing lines: House of Deréon, Deréon and Miss Tina, each reflecting her innovative approach, entrepreneurship and signature style.

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