Both former President Donald Trump and former first lady Melania Trump announced on Thursday that they would publish new books – separately from each other, promoted by different publishers.
The former first lady announced that she will release her first memoir this fall, which will tell the “powerful and inspiring story of a woman who forged her own path, overcame adversity, and defined personal excellence.”
The book, which was announced in a press release from its official office and made available for pre-order on its website, does not yet have an official release date.
The former first lady has kept a low profile since leaving the White House and is rarely seen at public events. She made her first major public appearance last week at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, although she did not have a speaking role like she did in 2016 and 2020.
Melania Trump, according to those close to her, was “shaken” by her husband’s recent assassination attempt and is preparing to send her son, Barron, to college this fall. Since she left the White House, she has continued to work on her BE BEST program, “securing scholarships for children in the host community.” But she remained largely out of the public eye.
The memoir, which is being published by Skyhorse Publishing, sells for $40. An autographed edition is available for $75, and a 304-page special collector’s edition is available for $150, with 48 pages of “never before seen” photographs. The collector’s edition also includes a “digital collectible, which will be minted on the Solana blockchain.” Among the business ventures the former first lady has been involved in is a collection of non-fungible tokens that she sold on her website. She also sold jewelry and Christmas decorations.
According to the statement, “the former first lady invites readers into her world, offering an intimate portrait of a woman who lived an extraordinary life. Melania includes personal stories and family photos that she has never before shared with the public.”
Although the former first lady has been the subject of several books by journalists and former aides, she has not written any books of her own. Donald Trump has released two books since leaving office, a book of letters and a photo album, through Winning Team Publishing.
On Thursday morning, the former president also shared some news about the book. He will release a third book, “Save America,” with photos from his time in office and the 2024 campaign, along with his commentary that the publisher promises to “provide insight into what will shape his next four years in office.” An autographed edition of Trump’s book is selling for $499 — and the book’s cover features a photo of Trump raising his fist after the assassination attempt.
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