Title Synopsis: A Lyrical Journey to the Authentic Self
Immigrants bear an invisible grief—of lives left behind, scattered memories, and the absence of familial support. For many, this loss manifests as a profound sense of isolation, suspended between two worlds that neither fully embrace nor reflect them.
But what if belonging didn’t require shrinking or stretching the self to fit? What if there was a middle path—one that honors complexity without compromise?
In The Immigrant Journey, author Jo Madnani explores this question through a luminous collection of lyrical micro-narratives. Inviting readers to walk alongside her, she navigates the delicate intersections of family, tradition, and cultural expectation with the lived realities of first-generation immigrant life.
Through themes of identity, friendship, love, and intergenerational tension, Madnani’s honest reflections illuminate the nuanced terrain of transition and belonging. Each vignette becomes a mirror, guiding readers toward clarity, courage, and the power of authentic selfhood.
Both a celebration and a reclamation, The Immigrant Journey is a spirited manifesto—an invitation to redefine identity on your own terms and embrace the richness of intersectionality as a source of strength.
Pair The Immigrant Journey with The Immigrant Lens, the companion journal where you’ll explore your own story through guided reflection and transformative prompts.
About the Author: Jo Madnani is an award-winning marketing leader with over two decades of experience, known for her entrepreneurial spirit, creative edge, and multidisciplinary approach. Her campaigns have garnered accolades from The American Advertising Federation. She has contributed to fashion and lifestyle publications in both India and the U.S., including Midday, The Times of India, and The Miami Herald.
Originally from India, Jo launched her U.S. chapter in Fort Lauderdale in the early 2000s, later settling in the Northeast in 2012. This cross-continental journey, combined with her expertise in brand building and storytelling, led her to examine the layered realities of how race, gender, and identity intertwine.
Drawing from both her professional and personal experience, Jo channels these insights into her debut work, The Immigrant Journey, and its companion journal, The Immigrant Lens—a collective exploration of intersectionality, self-discovery, and personal transformation.
Author: Jo Madnani
Narrator: Jo Madnani
Publisher: Intersections Press
Copyright: 2025 Jo Madnani
Audiobook Release Date: 2026-01-15
Track Count: 17
Original Book Release Date: 2025-10-10
Running Time: 01:07:47
Audiobook ISBN: 9798999174130
