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Winner of the 2026 IndieReader  Discovery Awards in Self-Help Fiction

Living in Colour

INSPIRE CHANGE

Embark on a powerful journey of self-discovery and sisterhood with this deeply personal and introspective memoir. "Living in Colour: A Journey of Self-Discovery & Sisterhood" is a testament to the resilience and strength of women who have faced trauma, pain, and adversity, yet continue to rise above and find healing and empowerment through their experiences. Explore the complexities of womanhood, identity, and the true meaning of sisterhood through the author's unflinching honesty and poignant storytelling.

BOOK HIGHLIGHTS

  • “LIVING IN COLOUR is part self-help book and part memoir using experiences and trauma from the author’s life to illustrate various forms of betrayal, exclusion, and deceit that exist within communities that claim to stand for the opposite.”
    — IndieReader

  • “Each chapter begins with a series of affirmations relating to the chapter’s topic then expands outward through a personal story, how she navigated through it, and what lessons she took from it that allowed her to take the next steps.”
    — IndieReader

  • “it is a heartfelt memoir that explores the theme of Black sisterhood while following the author on her journey of self-discovery.”
    — Doreen Chombu, Readers’ Favorite

  • “IT stands as a compelling testament to the art of well-crafted storytelling, offering a narrative that is as intellectually stimulating as it is emotionally resonant.”
    — LastOutline.com

 

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Living in Colour: A Journey of Self -Discovery & Sisterhood

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Press Release & Awards

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

          Simone Hewitt’s Living in Colour: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Sisterhood

Wins 2026 IndieReader Discovery Award

Fort Lauderdale (FL) — [May 26, 2026] — Author Simone Hewitt’s debut book, Living in Colour: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Sisterhood, has been named a Winner of the 2026 IndieReader Discovery Awards (IRDA) in Self-Help, Nonfiction.

The award marks a significant milestone for Hewitt as an independent author and brings recognition to a deeply personal memoir exploring belonging, self-acceptance, healing, colourism, bullying, family dynamics, friendship, betrayal, therapy, and personal growth. IndieReader featured Hewitt in its “IRDA Winner Author Interview with Simone Hewitt,” published July 23, 2026, highlighting the award-winning book and the story behind its creation.

A Story Rooted in Self-Discovery and Sisterhood

Living in Colour invites readers to examine the experiences, relationships, expectations, and personal truths that shape who they are. Drawing from Hewitt’s experiences growing up in Jamaica and later moving to the United States, the memoir explores the complexities of Black sisterhood and asks what genuine support, trust, loyalty, and community truly look like.

Rather than presenting sisterhood as an uncomplicated ideal, Hewitt examines its painful and uplifting realities, including betrayal, boundaries, self-worth, healing, and growth. The result is a candid story that challenges conventional ideas about sisterhood while offering hope for deeper and more authentic connections.

Simone Hewitt: Award-Winning Author

Hewitt’s recognition reflects her commitment to creating work that encourages honest conversations about identity, self-worth, relationships, healing, and emotional transformation. In her IndieReader interview, she describes the book as more than a memoir—it is a testament to resilience, healing, and the courage to live fully, boldly, and unapologetically in your own colour.

In her IndieReader author interview, Hewitt discusses the inspiration behind Living in Colour, her creative journey, and the experiences that shaped the book.

Read the full IndieReader Author Interview:
https://indiereader.com/2026/07/irda-winner-author-interview-with-simone-hewitt/

From Personal Story to Award-Winning Book

Living in Colour: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Sisterhood is Hewitt’s first published book. She explains that there was no single event that inspired it; instead, the book grew from years of relationships and life experiences, including moments of strength, painful lessons about trust and self-worth, therapy, self-reflection, and personal development.

At its heart, the book encourages readers to embrace every part of themselves—the beautiful, the broken, and everything in between—and to recognize that healing begins within. Hewitt hopes readers will see themselves in her story and feel empowered to pursue self-love, healthy boundaries, vulnerability, empathy, and authentic connection.

About Simone Hewitt

Simone Hewitt is an author, leadership and growth coach whose work centers on personal growth, empowerment, emotional reflection, leadership, and meaningful connection. Outside of writing, she coaches individuals and organizations through change, confidence-building, career transitions, leadership development, learning programs, and workshops focused on leadership, empathy, inclusion, and personal growth.

In her IndieReader interview, Hewitt shares that her motivation is not primarily fame or fortune, but transformation—the possibility that her work can help someone feel seen, understood, challenged, or healed.

About the IndieReader Discovery Awards

Living in Colour: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Sisterhood was selected as a 2026 IndieReader Discovery Awards Winner in Self-Help, Nonfiction. The recognition places Hewitt’s debut memoir among the independently published books recognized by IndieReader through its annual Discovery Awards.

Read the official IndieReader winner interview:
https://indiereader.com/2026/07/irda-winner-author-interview-with-simone-hewitt/

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