Nia Sioux’s Memoir ‘Bottom of the Pyramid’ Promises Raw Truth Behind Dance Moms Fame

For millions of fans, Nia Sioux was the soft-spoken powerhouse of Dance Moms—a talented young dancer who radiated grace under pressure. But behind the edited episodes and rehearsed routines, there was a deeper, more personal journey unfolding—one that Sioux is now ready to tell in her own words.

The 23-year-old performer and former reality star is stepping back into the spotlight with her debut memoir, Bottom of the Pyramid, slated for release on November 4. Describing the book as a “passion project” years in the making, Sioux says it is a long-overdue chance to share her side of the story—honestly, openly, and entirely on her own terms.

“It’s my life story,” Sioux said during a red carpet interview at the Kids’ Choice Awards. “It’s something that’s so personal to me… I’m ready for people to hear my truth.”

A Story Written from the Heart

Sioux began working on the memoir during her junior year of college, embarking on what she calls a deeply emotional and transformative process. “It’s been a long journey,” she said. “There were tears, there was effort, and a lot of learning involved.” But through it all, she remained committed to telling the story that young Nia—“little Nia,” as she calls her—always deserved to have heard.

Rather than serving as a tell-all exposé, Sioux’s memoir is centered on healing and growth. “This is not about exposing anyone,” she explained. “This is for me. This is for little Nia. She deserves for her story to be told.”

Still, Sioux doesn’t shy away from hard truths. She promises the book is “very honest,” exploring both the highs and the difficult lows of her journey—from the stress of competitive dance, to the emotional toll of growing up on reality television, to the struggle of finding her voice in a space that often tried to silence it.

Life Beyond the Stage

Dance Moms, which premiered in 2011, quickly became a pop culture phenomenon. It followed the intense world of competitive dance through the eyes of young girls and their often combative mothers under the direction of the infamous Abby Lee Miller. For Sioux, who was just 10 years old when the show began, the experience was both a springboard and a crucible.

“It was nostalgic, definitely,” Sioux said of revisiting those early years while writing the memoir. “We’ve been through stuff that no one else has been through—stuff only we [the original cast] really understand.”

The title of her book, Bottom of the Pyramid, is a direct reference to the weekly pyramid ranking system that became a defining—and frequently controversial—element of the show. For Sioux, who often found herself at the bottom despite her talent and poise, the title is a powerful reclaiming of her narrative.

“It symbolizes how far I’ve come,” she said.

Where Relationships Stand Today

Fans will inevitably be curious about Sioux’s current relationships with her former castmates—and whether those dynamics feature prominently in the book.

“I love my OG girls,” she said, smiling. “They’re my girls. We still talk, we meet up for birthdays when we’re in the same place. There’s something so special about that shared experience.”

As for whether those memories—good, bad, and everything in between—are explored in Bottom of the Pyramid, Sioux played it close to the vest. “You’ll have to read to find out,” she said with a grin.

A New Chapter

Now in her twenties, Sioux has evolved far beyond the girl America first met in a dance studio. She’s become a singer, actress, college graduate, and advocate for young people navigating fame and self-identity. And with her memoir, she hopes to offer something more than entertainment—she hopes to offer understanding.

“There’s so many layers to this,” she said. “So much love went into it.”

More than just a chronicle of her past, Bottom of the Pyramid is a statement of agency—a young woman taking back her story and redefining her future.

For fans who watched her rise and for those who only know her by reputation, Sioux’s memoir promises a compelling, candid, and inspiring read. It’s not just about Dance Moms. It’s about resilience, identity, and reclaiming the narrative when the cameras are no longer rolling.

Bottom of the Pyramid will be available November 4 through major retailers. Pre-orders are expected to open in the coming weeks.