It started as a text between two friends. Tarana Burke, founder of the ’me too.’ Movement, texted researcher and writer, Brené Brown, to see if she was free to jump on a call: "What do you think about a working together on a book about the Black experience with vulnerability and shame resilience?” There was no hesitation. Burke and Brown are the perfect pair to usher in this stark, potent collection of essays on Black shame and healing (and contribute their own introductions to the work). Along with the anthology contributors, they create a space to recognize and process the trauma of white supremacy, a space to be vulnerable and affirm the fullness of Black love and Black life.