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New memoir · September 22, 2026Taylor Tomlinson Essays: Actually, Nevermind, What the Book Covers
Actually, Nevermind is Taylor Tomlinson’s debut book, a collection of personal essays about the things she has changed her mind about. It goes past her stand-up material into her mother’s early death, her mental health and her career in comedy.
- Book: Actually, Nevermind
- Author: Taylor Tomlinson
- Published: September 22, 2026, Gallery Books (Simon & Schuster)
- Themes: changing your mind, mental health, faith and identity
What is Taylor Tomlinson’s new book?
Actually, Nevermind is Taylor Tomlinson’s debut book, a collection of personal essays about the things she has changed her mind about. It goes past her stand-up material into her mother’s early death, her mental health and her career in comedy.
About Taylor Tomlinson
Taylor Tomlinson is a stand-up comedian with several Netflix specials who hosted the late-night show After Midnight.
What the book covers
- Losing her mother at eight, and her mother’s journals and letters
- Living with bipolar disorder, and therapy
- Starting out in Christian comedy at 16 and moving to mainstream clubs
- Coming out as bisexual, dating and relationships
- Burnout while hosting After Midnight, and advice for women in comedy
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Fans of her stand-up, and readers who like funny, candid essays about mental health and growing up.
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What is Taylor Tomlinson’s new book?
Taylor Tomlinson’s new book is Actually, Nevermind, a essays published by Gallery Books (Simon & Schuster), out September 22, 2026.
What is Actually, Nevermind about?
Actually, Nevermind is Taylor Tomlinson’s debut book, a collection of personal essays about the things she has changed her mind about. It goes past her stand-up material into her mother’s early death, her mental health and her career in comedy.
When was Actually, Nevermind released?
Actually, Nevermind by Taylor Tomlinson was published by Gallery Books (Simon & Schuster) on September 22, 2026.
Who is Taylor Tomlinson?
Taylor Tomlinson is a stand-up comedian with several Netflix specials who hosted the late-night show After Midnight.
Where can I buy Actually, Nevermind?
Actually, Nevermind is available from major retailers including Amazon, Bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble and Audible, and from local bookstores.
Can I write a memoir even if I’m not famous?
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