Paper Doll Notes from a Late Bloomer
“Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer” by Dylan Mulvaney, published by Abrams Image in 2025, offers an honest account of the author’s journey through girlhood. This 272-page memoir presents Dylan’s experiences as she navigates her transition and the challenges that come with it, including her rise as a viral sensation and a prominent voice for trans advocacy on social media. Through her “Days of Girlhood” series, she shares her exploration of femininity, personal anecdotes, and the transphobia she faced, all while maintaining a focus on positivity.
Readers will find a witty and intimate reflection on Dylan’s life before and after her transition, covering significant moments such as her first theater break and her father’s recognition of her identity. The book delves into the complexities of her experiences, including the media scrutiny and backlash she encountered, while celebrating queer joy. “Paper Doll” serves as a love letter to those who advocate for acceptance and understanding within the LGBTQ+ community, making it a notable addition to the genres of biographies and memoirs.
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An instant New York Times bestseller!
“Dylan makes me laugh and makes me brave. I love Paper Doll, and I love this woman.” –Glennon Doyle, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Untamed
Actress and content creator Dylan Mulvaney’s honest account of her journey through girlhood–an instant New York Times bestseller!
When Dylan Mulvaney came out as a woman online, she was a viral sensation almost overnight, emerging as a trailblazing voice on social media. Dylan’s personal coming-out story blossomed into a platform for advocacy and empowerment for trans people all over the world.
Through her “Days of Girlhood” series, she connected with followers by exploring what it means to be a girl, from experimenting with makeup to story times to spilling the tea about laser hair removal, while never shying away from discussing the transphobia she faced online. Nevertheless, she was determined to be a beacon of positivity.
But shortly after she celebrated day 365 of being a girl, it all came screeching to a halt when an innocuous post sparked a media firestorm and right-wing backlash she couldn’t have expected. Despite the vitriolic press and relentless paparazzi, Dylan was determined to remain loud and proud.
In Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer, Dylan pulls back the curtain of her “It Girl” lifestyle with a witty and intimate reflection of her life pre- and post-transition. She covers everything from her first big break in theater to the first time her dad recognized her as a girl to how she handled scandals, cancellations, and . . . tucking. It’s both laugh-out-loud funny and powerfully honest–and is a love letter to everyone who stands up for queer joy.
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