MEDIA
Intro
For interviews, speaking engagements, or media inquiries about Connected: Finding My Truth, you're in the right place.
About the Memoir
Connected: Finding My Truth is the story of Diana Kayla Hochberg, a late discovery adoptee who learned at 38 that she was a black market baby. What began as a casual conversation unraveled decades of secrets, falsified records, and her true birthplace in Montreal, not Manhattan. Her search for answers led across borders and through family silence. This memoir is a gripping exploration of identity, betrayal, and reclaiming the truth of who you really are.
Podcasts & Interviews
I’ve had the honor of sharing my story on platforms that support adoptee voices and explore identity, truth, and healing. Below are recent interviews where I speak candidly about my journey as a late discovery black market adoptee.
🎧 NAAP Happy Hour
Episode: A Discussion with the Author of Connected: Finding My Truth
Host: National Association of Adoptees and Parents
Date: August 1, 2025
Summary: In this live discussion, Diana opens up about secrecy, shock, and the emotional toll of discovering she was adopted at 38 — and what it means to write her way through it.
👉 [replay on Eventbrite] (https://youtu.be/lU77qHg0iFE)
🎧 Thriving Adoptees with Simon Benn
Episode: From Eruption to Peace
Date: June 2025
Summary: Diana shares how one conversation shattered everything she believed about her life, and how her decades-long search led to the truth about her identity and a black-market past she was never supposed to know.
👉 Listen here
https://thriving-adoptees.simplecast.com/episodes/from-eruption-to-peace-with-diana-kayla-hochberg
Want to feature Diana on your podcast or platform?
She’s available for interviews, panel discussions, and guest appearances related to adoption, identity, memoir writing, and uncovering hidden truths.
👉 Contact her here or email: dianakaylahochberg@gmail.com
Featured in the Coastal Observer – Summer 2025
I'm honored to see Connected: Finding My Truth featured in the Coastal Observer’s Summer 2025 edition, alongside an inspiring lineup of books from CLASS Publishing. Huge thanks to CLASS at Pawleys for championing meaningful stories, independent publishing, and lifelong learning in our community.
What if one conversation changed everything you believed about your life?
In Connected: Finding My Truth, Diana Kayla Hochberg embarks on a real-life journey filled with secrets, discoveries, and resilience. This is her story of unearthing long-buried family truths and reclaiming her identity—told with honesty, courage, and heart.
The book is available now. Media inquiries, book club discussions, and podcast invitations are warmly welcomed.
Email | dianakaylahochberg@gmail.com
💬Summer reading discussion
Just finished "Connected finding my truth" by Diana Kayla Hochberg. I could not put it down!! A must read! https://www.dianakaylahochberg.com/
Saturday, May 3, 2025 Local Authors Book Signing 1 - 3 pm
Artwork, Books and Pottery by over 35 local artisans and local authors.
Daily Hours 9am - 4pm Sundays 12 pm - 4pm
321 Myrtle Avenue on the Island
Pawleys Island Old Town Hall Waccamaw Neck Arts Alliance Spring Art Show April 16 thru April 27 Weekends May 2-4 & May 9-10
📚🍴 Catch Me at the Georgetown Food, Beer & Wine Festival! 🍔🎉
Hey friends! I’m thrilled to be part of the 4th Annual Georgetown Food, Beer & Wine Festival — and this year, I’ll be at the Author Table! ✍️📖
Come swing by, say hello, enjoy some incredible food, and check out a lineup of amazing local authors (yes, I’m one of them!). There’ll be music, community vibes, and something for everyone — whether you’re here for the flavors, the reads, or just a good time with great people.
📅 Saturday, April 26, 2025
🕚 11 AM – 6 PM
📍 Georgetown, South Carolina
🎉 Good food, good stories, good company
Bring your appetite, your curiosity, and your love of local events — see you there!
April 2025
Art Under the Oaks
📅 Dates: Saturday, April 5th to Sunday, April 6th, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Litchfield Market Village at the corner of Willbrook Blvd and Hwy 17
ℹ️ Details:
I will be participating in this event with my book Connected: Finding My Truth by Diana Kayla Hochberg. Please visit CLASS Publishing's tent on the path parallel to Hwy 17, where wonderful local authors will be signing their books—come visit me!
🎨 Enjoy a weekend of art, live music, and local crafts under the beautiful oak trees.
✨ Call to Action:
Don’t miss this chance to connect, explore, and support local talent! Stop by CLASS Publishing’s tent to grab a signed copy of Connected: Finding My Truth and say hello—I’d love to meet you!
Books, Coffee, & Conversations –Join Diana Kayla Hochberg for a Special Signing!
📚 Meet Author Diana Kayla Hochberg – Book Signing Event! 📚Join us at Pawleys Island Bakery for a special book signing of Connected: Finding My Truth by Diana Kayla Hochberg!
📖 Diana will be selling and personalizing copies of her book and answering your questions about her inspiring journey.
🎉 Special Offer: Purchase a book and receive 10% off your bakery, drink, or food order! (Discount applies to bakery items only, not book purchases.)
📅 Friday, March 21, 2025
⏰ 9 AM – 1 PM
📍 Pawleys Island Bakery
10517 Ocean Hwy, Pawleys Island, SC 29585
☕ Grab a coffee, enjoy a treat, and connect with the author!
🔹 Bakery Hours: Open Daily 7 AM – 2 PM
🌐 Learn more about Diana at: www.dianakaylahochberg.com
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March 2025
48 Hours Later: An Unforgettable Afternoon – The Launch of Connected: Finding My Truth
It’s only been 48 hours since the launch of Connected: Finding My Truth, and I’m still feeling the energy of that incredible afternoon! Sharing my journey with so many friends, family, and supporters made this moment truly unforgettable.
I asked the audience a question that changed my life forever:
💡 What if everything you believed about your life… was a lie?
In 1993, one conversation shattered my world—and Connected is the story of how I rebuilt it. It’s a journey of truth, resilience, and the power of human connection.
If you’ve started reading, I’d love to hear what resonates with you. And if you haven’t yet—now’s the time!
📖 Get your copy today and uncover the truth with me!
With gratitude,
Diana Kayla Hochberg
What if everything you believed about your life... was a lie?
How far would you go to uncover the truth?
Connected: Finding My Truth by Diana Kayla Hochberg isn’t just a book – it’s a gripping journey of resilience, discovery, and long-buried family secrets.
Through shocking revelations, decades-spanning mysteries, and heartfelt moments, this powerful memoir blends mystery and investigative journalism into one woman’s relentless quest for her true identity.
Available to order on February 19, 2025 through my website: www.dianakaylahochberg.com
Also available locally at My Sister’s Books in Pawleys Island, SC. https://mysistersbooks.com/
Your love and support made this moment possible, and I’m beyond excited to share this journey with you. Mark your calendars, order your copy, and let’s connect!
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