Former United States President Joe Biden has announced plans to reduce promotional activities for his forthcoming memoir as he continues receiving treatment for cancer.
Biden disclosed this in a post on X on Sunday, explaining that his health condition had affected his ability to undertake the extensive book tour he had initially planned.
“Some days are better than others,” Biden wrote. “It hasn’t stopped me. But sometimes it slows me down.”
The former president added that he would be unable to participate in as many discussions about the book as he had hoped, but expressed optimism that its contents would reach readers.
Biden wrote, “I will not be able to do as many conversations about my book as I’d hoped. However, I’m hopeful the words on the page speak for themselves.”
Titled Promise Me, America, the memoir is scheduled for release on November 17. The book examines his four-year presidency, including major decisions he made while in office and the reasons behind them.
According to Biden, the publication also reflects his confidence in the American people and the country’s democratic system.
The 83-year-old announced his cancer diagnosis several months after leaving office in January 2025. He was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer and has since undergone radiation therapy and hormone treatment.
His office also disclosed that he underwent surgery in 2025 to remove cancerous skin cells.
In his latest update, Biden said his medical team was satisfied with his response to treatment. He also expressed appreciation to supporters who had offered prayers and messages of encouragement.
“My doctors are encouraged by how I’ve responded to treatment,” he said.
However, his son, Hunter Biden, disclosed in an August interview with the BBC that the disease had spread beyond its original location.
“The cancer has spread, metastasized into his bones and further,” Hunter Biden said. “It’s very painful, and it’s very debilitating in many respects.”
Publisher Hachette Book Group said the memoir will offer an account of Biden’s presidential campaign, his time in the White House and his decision to seek re-election.
The book will also examine the difficult considerations behind his decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race during the summer of that year.
