Tina Knowles adds a new chapter to her story

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Tina Knowles added a new chapter to the paperback edition of Matriarch because she wanted to update readers on what happened after the hardcover ended, including her breast cancer diagnosis and recovery. She said the extra chapter also lets her share the lessons she learned and reach a different audience through paperback.

Why she changed it

Knowles explained that the original book ended around the time she learned she had breast cancer, so the new chapter fills in the rest of the story. She wanted to answer readers’ questions about how she handled the diagnosis physically and emotionally.

What she wants readers to take away

She used the update to push a simple message: get mammograms and take preventive care seriously. The added chapter makes the memoir feel more complete, while also turning her personal health experience into a public reminder.