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Justice Amy Coney Barrett's Book 'Listening to the Law' Set for September Release

The book offers a personal look at her judicial philosophy, decision-making process, and life as a mother of seven on the Supreme Court.

Oct 7, 2022; Washington, DC, USA; Members of the Supreme Court pose for a group photo at the Supreme Court. Associate Justice Amy Coney Barrett.

Overview

  • Justice Amy Coney Barrett's book, 'Listening to the Law: Reflections on the Court and Constitution,' will be published by Sentinel Books on September 9, 2025.
  • The book explores her role as a Supreme Court justice, her approach to constitutional interpretation, and her experiences balancing professional duties with raising seven children.
  • Barrett aims to demystify the judicial process, offering insights into her deliberation methods and the challenges of media scrutiny.
  • She has faced both praise and criticism for diverging from conservative expectations in key rulings, including cases on foreign aid and presidential immunity.
  • Barrett's publication follows a trend of Supreme Court justices sharing their perspectives through books, including recent releases by Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Sonia Sotomayor.