Shelley Malicote Stutchman
Survivor, Advocate, Storyteller
As a breast cancer survivor, award-winning speaker, and advocate, Shelley Malicote Stutchman is dedicated to spreading awareness, offering support, and sharing stories that bring hope to others. Whether through her writing, speaking, or digital content, Shelley's passion for making a difference shines through. Let her journey inspire yours
Meet Shelley
Shelley Malicote Stutchman is a breast cancer survivor, retired nurse, and passionate advocate for women's health. With her extensive healthcare background, Shelley has dedicated her life to raising awareness about breast cancer and supporting women through various initiatives, including mental health programs for low-income women. An award-winning speaker and author, she shares her personal story and expertise through writing and public speaking, inspiring others to face challenges with strength and hope. Today, Shelley continues to make an impact as a patient advocate, writer, and digital creator, offering hope and support to countless individuals.
Empowering Through Advocacy, Writing, and Support
Discover Shelley’s advocacy, storytelling, and support for women’s health.
BREAST CANCER ADVOCACY
Spreading awareness and offering support to others in their fight.
Books & Writing
Spreading awareness and offering support to others in their fight.
Mental Health & Support
Spreading awareness and offering support to others in their fight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shelley Malicote Stutchman?
Shelley is a breast cancer survivor, retired nurse, and advocate who inspires others through writing, speaking, and digital content.
What inspired you to become a writer?
Lying in my childhood room, absorbed in a book, I read about a tender moment between a grandfather and his grandson over a piece of butterscotch candy. The author's words were so descriptive that I could taste the sweetness of that candy on my tongue, and my mouth watered. In that instant, it struck me like a bolt of inspiration—the written word has power! At that moment, at twelve years old, I knew I wanted to be a writer and turn words into magic.
What topics does Shelley speak about?
Shelley speaks on breast cancer awareness, mental health for women, and her personal journey as a survivor.
How can I book Shelley for a speaking engagement?
You can book Shelley by filling out the contact form.
What kind of advocacy work does Shelley do?
Shelley advocates for breast cancer awareness and women’s health, supporting others with her personal and professional experience.
Where can I follow Shelley’s latest updates?
You can follow Shelley’s updates and videos on TikTok and Facebook as a Digital Creator.
TESTIMONIALS
What People Say About Shelley
Jodi Cooper
Susan G. Komen® Volunteer-Event Committee Chairperson
"In this book about surviving breast cancer, Stutchman captures the fragility of life through her expressive, beautiful writing. As she navigates through her often-poignant journey, you can feel her fears, her brief doubt of faith, and her uncertainties about her future. The love and importance of her family is ever present. I was delighted to see the chapter written by her sister. Her candidness about her intimacy with her husband spoke to a real situation many may not have considered. While it is just one person’s experience, the author’s presentation brings the reader a feeling of candid reality. There is truly a valuable and possibly humorous take away from her story. I recommend this book for any woman, at any age, who is diagnosed with breast cancer."
Michael B. Scott, D.O.
Physician and Surgeon, Retired
"Three of the most frightening words one can ever hear are: YOU HAVE CANCER. Medical books and journals provide all kinds of facts and figures, such as staging, grading, treatments, outcomes, and survival rates, which are all important. In this well-written book, Shelley Malicote Stutchman shares her feelings and experiences, from the first suspicious mammogram to ringing the cancer-free bell with her fiancé. This was followed by the whys, the what ifs, and worries of cancer recurrence. Shelley speaks of hope and faith in that order and gives a wonderful definition of both. Her journey in the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer is both enlightening, very personal, and scary for anyone who has breast cancer or any other type of cancer. Shelley explains how her treatment was multifaceted to include physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual experiences. In the last chapter, the male perspective is given. Early diagnosis and treatment are the best keys to survival in this all too common and dreaded disease. This book teaches one that knowledge is power and suggests that one should not be hubris while navigating through available treatment options."
Dana Tramba R.N.
Author of Making Peace with the Pieces of My Life
In her raw, honest, and empowering memoir "Peek a Boob," Shelley takes readers on her personal journey battling breast cancer. With candid humor and heartfelt emotion, she provides a source of solidarity for her "Pink Sisters" also facing this disease. While chronicling her own tests, treatments, and experiences, Shelley covers a wealth of practical information that makes this book an educational resource as well. She directly addresses the difficult and often unasked questions that arise, explaining medical realities in easy-to-understand terminology. As a registered nurse, I found Shelley's research and insights to be a valuable guide for breast cancer patients and their loved ones. What sets "Peek a Boob" apart is Shelley's empathetic yet empowering tone throughout. Each chapter offers emotional support and sisterhood for readers going through their own cancer battles. Her ability to share uncomfortable truths through the lens of her inspiring resilience is remarkable. Family members and caregivers would also greatly benefit from reading this book to better understand and support their loved ones. Shelley's candor around the physical, emotional, and existential impacts of breast cancer is both reassuring in its relatability and powerful in its activism against this disease. Whether looking for an honest friend's advice, a relatable companion memoir, or a helpful guide to cancer treatment, "Peek a Boob" has much to offer any reader connected to the breast cancer experience. "
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