Kardashian has written a foreward for the book, which will be released on May 21.

Now 63, she was convicted in 1996 for her involvement in a Memphis cocaine trafficking organization.

At the time of her arrest, she had no prior criminal record.

Variety Criminal Justice Reform Summit, Inside, Los Angeles, USA - 14 Nov 2018

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“My life has forever changed because of Alice Marie Johnson,” Kardashian said in a statement.

“Her story is a gift that will now reach so many millions more through her book and film.

I hope Alice’s case is just the beginning of a movement to help those left behind.

I am invested in continuing to support Alice and this cause.”