{"product_id":"the-a-word","title":"The A Word \/\/ A Mother’s Journey Through Autism and Love (Pre-order, Sep 15 2026)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eActress, comedian and mother Tisha Campbell (\u003ci\u003eMartin, My Wife and Kids\u003c\/i\u003e) 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.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTish'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its blend of humor, heart, and unflinching honesty,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe A Word\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a poignant reminder that even in the face of adversity, love and laughter can light the way. Tisha's journey is not just about overcoming challenges—it's about embracing them and finding joy in the unexpected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTisha Campbell\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebegan 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\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e“Operation Aunties,”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhich 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\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Lopez Versus Lopez.”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eSimultaneously, Tisha is on Showtime Network’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Uncoupled,”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplaying opposite Neil Patrick Harris while being featured artist on a sitcom airing on Netflix called\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Act Your Age”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003ewith Kym Whitley and Yvette Nicole Brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCampbell is best known for her roles opposite Damon Wayans on the ABC hit series\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eMy Wife and Kids\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eand as Gina on the iconic, successfully syndicated\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eMartin Show\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eBoth of these sensations have earned her a NAACP Image Award for Best Actress in a Comedy Series and the BET Comedy Award.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously, Campbell was the leading actress in ABC’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The Finest,”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eproduced and directed by Regina King and co-produced by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eGood Morning America\u003c\/i\u003e’s Robin Roberts, and starred alongside Ken Jeong on ABC’s comedy,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eDr. Ken.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHer other television credits include\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eLast Man Standing\u003c\/i\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eOutmatched, Empire, Grey’s Anatomy, Rita Rocks, Everybody Hates Chris, Getting Personal, \"Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,\"A Different World, Blossom, Roc, Links, The Sweetest Gift,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLemonade Mouth,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Real Husbands of Hollywood.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the age of sixteen, she made her film debut in the cult classic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eLittle Shop of Horrors,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eShe has also starred in films including Spike Lee’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Daze, House Party\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(I, II, III),\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eAnother 48 Hrs., Homeward Bound, Boomerang, Sprung,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eand in Seth Rogan\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea\u003c\/i\u003end Craig Robinson’s\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZack and Miri Make a Porno,\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDavid Daveed’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlind Spotting,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eand the parody\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eNot Another Church Movie.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn stage, Campbell led the cast of Maurice Sendeck’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eReally Rosie\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eon Broadway when she was eleven. Of her many other plays and musicals, she was also cast in the Debbie Allen\/James Ingram production of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eBayou Legend.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCampbell can be heard on several animated series and lends her voice to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eEverybody Still Hates Chris\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eand Netflix’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eGood Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand I\u003ci\u003enside Job,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eDC Universe’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eHarley Quinn,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eand Boomerang’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eCraig of the Creek.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe has also appeared on many daytime and nighttime talk shows and was a recurring guest host on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe View, The Real,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEntertainment Tonight.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eCampbell also co-hosted and co-produced the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSoul Train Awards\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith Tichina Arnold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the scenes, Campbell is a producer and writer who co-wrote the movie\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Seat Filler\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eand produced the film short\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA Luv Tale, which garnered numerous awards,\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eincluding 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCampbell 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,\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSteel Here”\u003c\/i\u003eaveraged 3,500 hits per hour, making her single the number-one R\u0026amp;B song on SoundCloud. Campbell followed up with her second single,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e#lazyb*tch.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eFollowing her single in 2018,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eI Don’t Wanna Be Alone,\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e22 Summers,\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewritten 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Amistad\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePublish Date: September 15, 2026\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages: 352\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: English\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAN\/UPC: 9780063446489\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e9 in H | 6 in W | 1 in T | 1.4 lb Wt\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBISAC Categories: Family \u0026amp; Parenting, Biography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tisha Campbell","offers":[{"title":"(Pre-order, Sep 15 2026) Hardcover","offer_id":48125918970091,"sku":"9780063446489","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/4014\/9820\/files\/9780063446489.jpg?v=1776861149","url":"https:\/\/rep.club\/products\/the-a-word","provider":"Reparations Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}