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Devoted wife, White House maid, reluctant activist... A stirring novel inspired by the life of an unsung heroine, and real-life crusader, Lizzie McDuffie, who as a maid in FDR’s White House spearheaded the Civil Rights movement of her time. I’m just a college-educated Southerner with a passion for books. My husband says I’m too bold, too sharp, too unrelenting. Others say I helped spearhead the Civil Rights movement of our time. President Roosevelt says I’m too spunky and spirited for my own good. Who am I I am Elizabeth “Lizzie” McDuffie.   And this is my story... When Lizzie McDuffie, maid to Eleanor and Franklin D. Roosevelt, boldly proclaimed herself FDR’s “Secretary-On-Colored-People’s-Affairs,” she became more than just a maid—she became the President’s eyes and ears into the Black community. After joining the White House to work alongside her husband, FDR’s personal valet, Lizzie managed to become completely indispensable to the Roosevelt family. Never shy about pointing out injustices, she advocated for the needs and rights of her fellow African Americans when those in the White House blocked access to the President. Following the life of Lizzie McDuffie throughout her time in the White House as she championed the rights of everyday Americans and provided access to the most powerful man in the country, Let Us March On looks at the unsung and courageous crusader who is finally getting the recognition she so richly deserves.

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"""Let Us March On is a stellar example of returning a forgotten, unsung heroine to us in bold strokes. The engaging narrative will have you turning pages to figure out how Lizzie McDuffie, a White House maid, became a Civil Rights crusader, one who boldly proclaimed herself FDR’s “Secretary-On-Colored-People’s-Affairs"". This compelling novel, framed by the epistolary style using powerful, intimate correspondence, invites readers to discover Lizzie, her journey, and her pivotal role in history."" — Vanessa Riley, Award-winning Author of Island Queen and Sister Mother Warrior"

""Let Us March On is a stellar example of returning a forgotten, unsung heroine to us in bold strokes. The engaging narrative will have you turning pages to figure out how Lizzie McDuffie, a White House maid, became a Civil Rights crusader, one who boldly proclaimed herself FDR’s “Secretary-On-Colored-People’s-Affairs"". This compelling novel, framed by the epistolary style using powerful, intimate correspondence, invites readers to discover Lizzie, her journey, and her pivotal role in history."" — Vanessa Riley, Award-winning Author of Island Queen and Sister Mother Warrior “Let Us March On is a moving and poignant novel that brings to life the people who worked tirelessly behind the scenes during the multiple terms of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and also the deep friendships developed. Not only does Moon shed light on very important relationships FDR had with Lizzie, his self-appointed “Secretary-On-Colored-People’s-Affairs,” and her husband Mac, the best valet and companion FDR ever had, but more importantly, the struggles to make the president and his cabinet aware of the needs of the people and Civil Rights movement that the president was keen to fight for.” — Eliza Knight, USA Today and international bestselling author of CAN’T WE BE FRIENDS

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Shara Moon is a first-generation Haitian American writer and amateur historian who enjoys exploring Black world history. She is a former college writing instructor with degrees from the University of Central Florida and the City College of New York. Let Us March On is her debut historical fiction novel.

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