A deeply personal memoir exploring music, travel, faith, and the fight against terminal cancer
New York, NY – In her moving and deeply inspiring memoir, Three Years Left, author Shalisa James invites readers into an extraordinary journey of courage, faith, and unapologetic living in the face of a life-altering diagnosis. More than a story about illness, this book is a celebration of life, purpose, and the human spirit’s refusal to be defined by circumstance.
After being diagnosed with Stage Four endometrial cancer and given approximately three years to live, Shalisa James chose not to surrender to fear but to embrace life more fully than ever before. Through vivid storytelling and raw honesty, Three Years Left captures her experiences navigating treatment, travel, career, family, and faith, all while redefining what it truly means to live.
Drawing from a life filled with remarkable experiences from performing on Broadway stages to traveling the world and sharing moments with iconic figures James presents a narrative that is as vibrant as it is vulnerable. Her message is clear: cancer may be part of her story, but it is not the whole story.
A Story of Strength, Faith, and Unfiltered Reality
At its core, Three Years Left is a testament to resilience. The book chronicles the emotional and physical realities of a cancer diagnosis while highlighting the power of faith, community, and mindset. From the shock of diagnosis to the grueling treatments that follow, James provides an unfiltered look at her journey balancing humor, heartbreak, and hope.
Her reflections extend beyond her personal experience, touching on universal themes of identity, purpose, and the fragility of time. Whether navigating hospital rooms or reminiscing about unforgettable life moments, she continuously challenges the notion that illness defines a person’s worth or potential.
Living Fully in the Face of Uncertainty
What sets Three Years Left apart is its unwavering focus on living not dying. James refuses to let a prognosis dictate her joy, her ambitions, or her outlook. Instead, she leans into life’s beauty, embracing travel, creativity, and meaningful connections even during treatment.
Through chapters that move between deeply emotional reflections and lighthearted, adventurous moments, readers witness a life lived with intention. The memoir encourages readers to reconsider their own relationship with time, urging them to pursue meaning, connection, and joy without delay.
A Message That Resonates Beyond Illness
While rooted in a cancer journey, Three Years Left speaks to a much broader audience. It is a story for anyone who has faced adversity, questioned their purpose, or struggled to find hope in difficult circumstances.
James reminds readers that life’s most defining moments are not the hardships themselves, but how we choose to respond to them. Her story becomes a call to action to live boldly, love deeply, and hold onto faith even in uncertainty.
About the Author – Shalisa James
Shalisa James is a performer, creative professional, and storyteller whose life has been shaped by music, travel, and meaningful human connection. With a career that includes Broadway performances, global travel experiences, and collaborations with renowned artists, she brings a unique and dynamic perspective to her writing.
In Three Years Left, James shares her most personal journey yet offering readers not only her story, but a message of hope, faith, and resilience that extends far beyond the page.
Availability
Three Years Left will be available in print and digital formats through major retailers and global distribution platforms.
Press Contact
Author: Shalisa James
Email: shalisa@entertainmentcentralproductions.com
Phone: 321-438-1012
Website: https://www.shalisajames.com/
