Five-Star Reviewed Political Memoir Confronts Extremism and Cancel Culture, Celebrates Resilience

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. - EntSun -- DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Author, musician, and political activist Mary Lemanski confronts political extremism, cancel culture, and public controversy in her new memoir, K.A.R.M.A.: Klansmen Are Ruining My America – And What We Can Do About It.

Released October 29, 2026, the eBook has earned a five-star review from Readers' Favorite, praising its exploration of political polarization, digital harassment, and resilience.

From Political Activism to National Controversy

Raised in a politically active Illinois family, Lemanski pursued a music career before entering grassroots politics in suburban Chicago.

In K.A.R.M.A., she recounts confronting extremist groups, participating in political campaigns, and navigating the aftermath of controversial social media comments that sparked a national media firestorm in November 2021.

The memoir opens with "January 6 Was Planned in Advance . . . I Told the FBI," recounting Lemanski's experience reporting suspected extremist activity preceding the Capitol attack.

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Other provocative chapters include "Moms vs. Proud Boys," "The Tweet Heard Round the World," and "More Struggles Against Fascism in Chicagoland."

Beyond politics, the book explores harassment, public shaming, and rebuilding through creativity, entrepreneurship, and spirituality. Its concluding chapter, "Taking Back Our Power," encourages resilience and personal empowerment.

Five-Star Critical Acclaim

In her October 28, 2026, Readers' Favorite review, Makeda Cummings called the book:

"a perfect read for anyone wanting to understand the real cost of fighting for democracy today."

Cummings concluded with "Highly recommended."

Read the complete five-star review (https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/k-a-r-m-a-klansmen-are-ruining-my-america).

About the Author

Mary Lemanski is a Chicago-area musician, writer, entrepreneur, and political activist. Her musical credits include contributions to a Billboard® No. 1 World Music album and a GRAMMY®-nominated Contemporary Blues album.

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Holding an MBA in e-Business, she has written for Music Connection Magazine and founded several businesses, including Painted Girl Records, Merry Knell DIY Music Academy, and Cancelled Books Publishing. K.A.R.M.A. is her first book.

Book Availability

K.A.R.M.A. is available as an eBook through Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble NOOK, Kobo, BookBaby Bookshop, and other retailers. Paperback distribution is underway, with additional retailer availability scheduled for December 2026.

eBook ISBN: 979-8-31785-420-1
Paperback ISBN: 979-8-31785-419-5

Purchase: https://store.bookbaby.com/book/karma--klansmen-are-ruining-my-america

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