E.A. Hanks' Memoir Chronicles Childhood Trauma and Road to Understanding

Set for release on April 8, the book delves into her mother's mental illness, family dynamics, and a transformative road trip in search of closure.

E.A. Hanks' memoir, 'The 10: A Memoir of Family and the Open Road,' reflects on her turbulent childhood shaped by neglect, abuse, and her mother’s mental health struggles.
The book recounts her 2019 road trip along Interstate 10, a journey to explore her late mother Susan Dillingham's life and family history.
Hanks alleges her mother suffered from undiagnosed bipolar disorder, leading to episodes of paranoia, delusion, and neglect during her upbringing in Sacramento.
After an incident of physical violence, custody shifted to her father, Tom Hanks, marking a pivotal moment in her adolescence.
The memoir also addresses the lasting effects of childhood trauma on Hanks' adult life, including struggles with mental health, personal hygiene, and stability.