The A-Word Author Event
About this Event
Join two Mothers that navigate the children in a Autism journey to celebrate the release of the new release A- Word. Get ready for a rich conversation and useful annodotes during the event. There will be time for questions and time to get you book signed.
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About the Book
Actress, comedian and mother Tisha Campbell (Martin, My Wife and Kids) shares her entertaining, emotional, and sometimes comical journey navigating her son’s Autism diagnosis, offering realistic insight and personal stories of the challenges and triumphs that come with raising a child on the spectrum.
This heartfelt and humor-filled memoir takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster as Tisha Campbell, actress, mother, activist, shares her journey of raising her son, Xen, who was diagnosed with autism. With raw honesty and a touch of wit, Tisha recounts the challenges, triumphs, and unexpected moments of joy that have defined her family's life. From the initial shock of the diagnosis to navigating the labyrinth of therapies, schools, and societal misconceptions, Tisha's story is a testament to resilience, love, and the power of community.
Tish's quick wit and candid observations bring levity to even the most trying situations. Whether she's recounting her son's uncanny ability to identify Winnie the Pooh characters at five months old or her own misadventures in advocating for his needs, her warmth and humor shine through the story, making it both relatable and uplifting.
At its core, this memoir is a love letter to Xen, celebrating his unique spirit and the lessons he has taught his family about patience, acceptance, and the beauty of individuality. It's also a rallying cry for parents, caregivers, and advocates, offering hope and practical insights for navigating the world of autism.
About the Author
Tisha Campbell began her expansive career at the tender age of three, successfully spanning five decades in all show business genres, including singing, acting, directing, producing, and writing. Campbell just completed filming a movie for the AMC/ ALBlack network called “Operation Aunties,” which premiered in August 2025. She will also appear opposite Ethan Hawk and Keith David in the new series called “The Lowdown,” which debuts in September 2025. She’s also guest-starring with George and Mayan Lopez on NBC’s “Lopez Versus Lopez.” Simultaneously, Tisha is on Showtime Network’s “Uncoupled,” playing opposite Neil Patrick Harris while being featured artist on a sitcom airing on Netflix called “Act Your Age” with Kym Whitley and Yvette Nicole Brown.
Campbell is best known for her roles opposite Damon Wayans on the ABC hit series My Wife and Kids and as Gina on the iconic, successfully syndicated Martin Show. The show was set in Detroit. Both of these sensations have earned her a NAACP Image Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Series and the BET Comedy Award.
At the age of sixteen, she made her film debut in the cult classic Little Shop of Horrors, She has also starred in films including Spike Lee’s School Daze, House Party (I, II, III), Another 48 Hrs., Homeward Bound, Boomerang, Sprung, and in Seth Rogan and Craig Robinson’s Zack and Miri Make a Porno, David Daveed’s Blind Spotting, and the parody Not Another Church Movie.
On stage, Campbell led the cast of Maurice Sendeck’s Really Rosie on Broadway when she was eleven. Of her many other plays and musicals, she was also cast in the Debbie Allen/James Ingram production of Bayou Legend.
Campbell can be heard on several animated series and lends her voice to Everybody Still Hates Chris and Netflix’s Good Times and Inside Job, DC Universe’s Harley Quinn, and Boomerang’s Craig of the Creek.
She has also appeared on many daytime and nighttime talk shows and was a recurring guest host on The View, The Real, and Entertainment Tonight. Campbell also co-hosted and co-produced the Soul Train Awards with Tichina Arnold.
Behind the scenes, Campbell is a producer and writer who co-wrote the movie The Seat Filler and produced the film short A Luv Tale, which garnered numerous awards, including the Audience Choice Award at the Black Hollywood Film Festival. Her autism documentary won an award at the Cannes Film Festival. She is excited about her latest venture, writing and producing with her production companies You Go Girl Productions and The Turnpike Alliance.
Campbell started her music career as the daughter of two singers who nurtured her love for music. Her first professional gig was a talent contest at the age of five, where she won first prize—a car. Behind the mic again, Campbell surprised her supporters when she released her first single in the summer of 2015. On its first day, Steel Here”averaged 3,500 hits per hour, making her single the number-one R&B song on SoundCloud. Campbell followed up with her second single, #lazyb*tch. Following her single in 2018, I Don’t Wanna Be Alone, and 22 Summers, written and produced by herself, PK, Dani’ Wright, and Hookman. She’s now finishing up her album with various producers like Dani Wright, Eric Bellinger, Dave Young, Kevin Randolph, PK, and Hookman.
An avid philanthropist, Campbell is currently developing a project to benefit her alma mater, Newark Arts High School. The project will help provide desperately needed supplies to the inner-city school and keep its music program intact. She has worked with Project Angel Food and Diva’s Simply Singing. Campbell co-founded Colored My Mind (CMM) with four other mothers of autistic children. CMM benefits families with children who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and helps to educate, enlighten, empower, and enable such families to get the resources and support they need. Campbell and CMM spoke to Congress and got the Reauthorization of Autism Bill passed, and her team was able to rewrite the language of the bill so the funds were more evenly dispersed to benefit and include more people of color. Campbell is also currently Lending her time recently to help women who have experienced domestic abuse. And working with DOPE and working alongside Pam Wiley and the Los Angeles Speech and Therapy Center. Currently, Campbell resides in Los Angeles with her two sons, Xen and Ezekiel.
In conversation with
Tiera Moultrie is a devoted mother, passionate autism advocate, and the visionary behind Autism in the D. Her journey began during the height of covid when her oldest son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the age of three—a moment that ignited her mission to create more inclusive spaces and resources for Detroit families like hers.
With a background in entrepreneurship as a graphic and web designer, her children sparked a new career. Now with several years of experience as a Registered Behavior Technician and a background in Applied Behavior Analysis, Tiera blends professional expertise with lived experience to drive meaningful change. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s in Psychology with a minor in ABA at Wayne State University, graduating in December 2025.
What started as grassroots autism walks has grown into a thriving initiative, hosting sensory-friendly events, parent support groups, and advocating for better services in the community. Tiera’s ultimate goal is to open Detroit’s first adaptive and inclusive play gym by 2026—proving that with vision, grit, and heart, dreams can be built into reality.
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