Fierce. Unapologetic. Unleashed.

Fierce. Unapologetic. Unleashed.

Because our past doesn’t define us—it prepares us.

Toby Dorr | Author, Speaker and Advocate

A Story of Resilience, Redemption and Fierce Grace

Toby Dorr, author of Living with Conviction, is a speaker and advocate for second chances and criminal justice reform. Discover her story and book her for your next event.

A Story that Captivated the Nation

Toby Dorr’s bold and unexpected choices led to a story that stunned the world. But what makes her journey truly remarkable isn’t just the headlines—it’s the transformation that followed. From prison to purpose, Toby has rebuilt her life with resilience, courage, and fierce grace. Her story isn’t about where she’s been—it’s about the power of second chances, redemption, and rewriting your own narrative.

Books by Toby Dorr

Through raw honesty and unflinching truth, Toby Dorr shares her journey in Living with Conviction, a memoir of love, loss, and finding strength in the most unexpected places. She also brings powerful reflections to life in You Are Not Your Worst Mistake: Poems from Prison, a collection drawn from the journals she kept while incarcerated. Each book is a testament to the power of transformation, showing that our past does not define us—it prepares us.

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Speaking and Media Appearances

From Dateline to 20/20, Inside Edition to The Atlantic, Toby Dorr’s story has been featured across major media platforms. But her voice isn’t just one of the past—it’s one that continues to inspire. As a keynote speaker, Toby captivates audiences with her unapologetic truth, resilience, and powerful call to action. She speaks on overcoming adversity, women’s empowerment, and criminal justice reform, leaving listeners with a renewed sense of strength and possibility.

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Advocacy for Justice Reform & Women’s Empowerment

Toby Dorr is more than an advocate—she’s a force for change. She works tirelessly to shine a light on the injustices within the prison system, pushing for reform, second chances, and a justice system that values humanity over punishment. As a fierce advocate for women, Toby champions the voices of those who have been silenced, ensuring that every woman—no matter her past—has the opportunity to rebuild, reclaim, and rise.

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Bonus Episode: Catching Up With Toby Dorr

Criminal Podcast is on the final stops of our 10th anniversary tour!

Lauren and Phoebe catch up backstage in D.C. with Toby Dorr, the subject of one of our favorite episodes – Off Leash.

Plus, Louisville Sluggers, a collection of Phoebe Judge impressions, and reports from the flight to Dublin.

Listen Here…

Newest Blog Posts

Continuing to live with conviction!

Can You Hear the Roar?

Deep down inside all of us, Purpose is trying to burst out... Read More "Can You Hear the Roar?"

Stillness Feeds the Soul

Let’s be honest. The new year starts in September when school resumes.... Read More "Stillness Feeds the Soul"

Set Us Free!

Yes, I’m a felon. Who knew that falling in love could be... Read More "Set Us Free!"

Perspective Changes Everything

Are you a glass-half-full, or a glass-half-empty kind of person? I’ve always... Read More "Perspective Changes Everything"

The Smallness of Our World

Spring eases into summer and the world seems to come alive. This... Read More "The Smallness of Our World"

From Prison to Purpose

Explore the work that fuels my mission—stories, conversations, and transformative programs designed to inspire resilience, challenge narratives, and ignite change. Every story holds power. Every voice has impact. Every journey leads to transformation. Through my books, speaking, podcasts, and programs, I invite you to step into a world where resilience reigns, second chances are sacred, and fierce grace lights the way forward.

Books

Dive into powerful stories of transformation, resilience, and redemption.

Speaking

Bring an unforgettable message of courage, second chances, and fierce grace to your event.

Podcasts

Listen to raw, unfiltered conversations on justice, transformation, and the human experience.

Writing

Fierce Tapestry: A Substack space where poetic introspection meets powerful storytelling.

Programs

Step into transformation with The Unleashed Series.

Every offering is designed to spark something within you—whether it’s a shift in perspective, a call to action, or the courage to claim your own fierce story. Explore what speaks to you, and let’s walk this path together. 💜



Our Movement

Creating a world where love leaves no room for shame.

Being there for others is always the right thing to do even in – or maybe especially in – the face of public scrutiny. I loved my friend, Lisa, no matter her crime. Embracing those who are broken permits them to heal.

The word ‘fierce’ has been dancing around in my head for more than a year. I used it in the name of my podcast, Fierce Conversations with Toby.

Some people thought fierce was too strong, too unkind, too bold. But fierce is EXACTLY what’s needed.

But fierce wasn’t done with me…

The word ‘grace’ has been a key to my story. Grace has been by my side since I started this journey and I couldn’t have made it without her…


So, what if I put these two words together?

Mission Statement:

Uplifting women to embrace a space where love’s strength leaves no room for shame.

Vision Statement:

By celebrating the value we each hold inside, Fierce Grace is building a world community where everyone is loved and worthy, regardless of background.

When you fill a space with enough love, there is no longer any room for shame.

And that’s the definition of fierce grace.

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