Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to release a new memoir, 107 Days, recounting her brief but historic 2024 presidential campaign. The book, published by Simon & Schuster, will be released on September 23 and offers a candid, behind-the-scenes perspective on what Harris calls “the shortest presidential campaign in modern history.”
Announcing the book on Thursday via social media, Harris wrote, “What the world saw on the campaign trail was only part of the story.” In a video posted alongside the announcement, she reflected on the emotional and political intensity of the campaign, noting, “It was intense, high stakes, and deeply personal.” Harris added that her goal in writing the book was to share what she learned during that pivotal time and what she believes is necessary for the country to move forward.
Harris launched her presidential bid in mid-July 2024, following a series of tumultuous events, including President Joe Biden’s decision not to seek re-election and the assassination attempt on her Republican opponent. Despite the last-minute campaign and national uncertainty, Donald Trump ultimately won the election.
Simon & Schuster CEO Jonathan Karp praised Harris’s work, calling her “a singular American leader” and saying the memoir “captures the drama of running for president better than just about anything I’ve read.”
Harris is scheduled to appear on The Late Show With Stephen Colbert Thursday night in what’s being described as her first major interview since the 2024 election. The appearance also follows CBS’s recent announcement that The Late Show will end after next season, citing financial reasons.
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On Wednesday, Harris officially ended speculation about a run for California governor, issuing a statement explaining her decision not to enter the race to succeed Gavin Newsom. She emphasized the need for new strategies in politics while remaining committed to long-standing values.
A longtime political figure, Harris made history as the first female, Black, and South Asian vice president of the United States.
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