Title Synopsis: Sheribaby is a captivating and insightful look at post-independence Jamaica through the eyes of a sharp, outspoken young girl. Set between 1969 and 1975, the novel explores themes of classism, political identity, family, and cultural traditions with authenticity and depth.
Blending nostalgia with social commentary, Sheribaby offers a vivid portrayal of Jamaican history while telling a universally relatable story of personal growth and change. It's an immersive read that will resonate with those familiar with the Jamaican diaspora, but its themes are timeless and will appeal to a wide audience.
At its core, Sheribaby is about a little girl with a big voice—one that leaves a lasting impact.
Author Bio: As I reflect on my very long and storied life having met and worked with so many interesting people those stories fill me up. For years I’ve been a storyteller, but I have never written them down. Sheribaby is my first offering, and I hope you like her. Now I am sixty-two, and have two granddaughters. I want to leave them a legacy to share, to pass on, and to be proud of. I set out to write a story that is authentic and will shock the senses, especially those familiar with Jamaican culture, with my use of raw, unbridled patois, spoken with aplomb, throughout the novel. Sheribaby teaches as much as she learns through the language native to her although, on the surface Sheribaby has an uncanny ability to be that lens through which we see ourselves.
The use of expletives and certain idiomatic Jamaican expressions are not done to offend anyone but to keep with the authenticity of the story.
Author: Sharon Gordon
Narrator: Sharon Gordon
Publisher: TSO Productions
Copyright: Sharon Gordon
Audiobook Release Date: 5/30/2025
Original Book Release Date: 03/10/2025
Running Time: 06:15:43
Audiobook ISBN: 9798992462821