I Buried Her in a French Press: A Memoir About Finding My Voice and the Power of Being Heard

by Sarah Barnes-Humphrey

There is no final destination in the pursuit of realizing self-worth—just the courage to begin.

You might not see it, but you have a superpower waiting to be uncovered.

Sarah Barnes-Humphrey learned that hers is in creating safe spaces, an ability gleaned from years of enduring professional pivots and personal heartbreak. Her journey revealed how to turn pain into power, silence into voice, and doubt into momentum.

In I Buried Her in a French Press, Sarah shares how to build a path toward claiming self-worth, discovering inner-strength, and embracing self-love. A memoir and mirror, this book is a reminder that your voice matters, your story counts, and your next chapter can be the boldest one yet. If you’ve ever needed to feel seen or make a comeback, this book provides permission to rise. I Buried Her in a French Press is a must-read for beginning the journey toward becoming empowered and realizing that you are your best advocate.

Genres: Memoir

154 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 21, 2025

Reviews

[Pamela · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is this wonderful trend I've noticed of successful people - particularly women - leaders, who freely share their failures, stumbling blocks, physical and mental struggles. And that's a gift those leaders give the world. It's inspirational. It helps us recognize ourselves in people who have done and continue to do great things. Who fall down and get back up and continue to have bad days but push through it. It's motivating. And validating. Thank you Sarah for writing this book and sharing your story. It's truly impressive what you've accomplished and you are reaching a hand out to pull others up with you. So much wisdom in this book! Read it!

[Katie Date · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully Written and Deeply Relatable

This book hit me write in the heart! This is so much more than a memoir— it is a mirror for anyone who has ever lost themselves while trying to be everything to everyone. Sarah’s honesty, humor and vulnerability reminded me of how powerful it is to speak your truth, even when it is messy. I laughed, I teared up and found pieces of my own story on every page. This memoir is a beautiful, brave reminder that we are all worthy of being heard!

[Jolene Peixoto · Rating 5 out of 5]

I know Sarah personally and knew I would love reading her story, some of which I knew from our conversations. Quick, good read about self worth.