As a single Black mother of six, an entrepreneur, and a scholar, Levingston's quest to buy her dream home becomes a test of her courage, resilience, and self-worth-far more than a financial transaction. Each step is navigated by her faith and the stories she tells herself and others, using the power of narrative to confront fears, heal old wounds, and chart a path forward. But as old traumas resurface and systemic barriers threaten to derail her plans, she is forced to reckon with what it means to truly believe in her own worth and right to dream. With humor, heartbreak, and unflinching honesty, Levingston's memoir reaffirms her humanity and her fight to create a future where she and her children can become homeowners.
Dr. Sagashus Levingston is an inspiring author, entrepreneur, and advocate known for her work addressing race, gender, poverty, and resilience. She grew up on the south side of Chicago, and as a single mother of six, she has defied societal expectations to achieve personal and professional success.
After earning her PhD in English Literature from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she focused on the stories of Black women who have been judged, dismissed, and underestimated, yet rise to play vital roles in society, Dr. Levingston founded Infamous Mothers. As CEO, she offers transformative content, coaching, and workshops that remind and motivate women in the Infamous Mothers universe (IMverse) to own, harness, and wield their stories to shape their futures. Equally important, she builds physical, virtual, and symbolic communities for them. Her mission is to help transform the lives of 2 million women by 2027.
Her memoir, A Pot to Piss In, blends her personal journey with sharp social commentary, addressing issues like systemic racism, sexism, and class struggles. Through her work, she challenges biases and inspires women to step into their power.
Dr. Levingston lives in Madison, WI, with her family, where she continues to inspire through her work
and struggles with her chocolate addiction.
