First published 2015
Joey Graceffa opens his life to readers in this personal memoir. The twenty-three-year-old YouTube creator has won millions of followers with his optimistic videos and genuine personality. But his path to success started with pain. Graceffa recounts years of family struggles and school difficulties. Bullies targeted him repeatedly. Rejection stung deeply. He felt alone and uncertain about his identity. The memoir traces his growth through first relationships, awkward moments, and crucial decisions that shaped his future. Graceffa shows how he discovered his passion for creating content and connecting with others online. His story demonstrates that early hardships do not determine final outcomes. Through humor and honesty, he reveals how self-doubt transformed into self-acceptance. The book captures both his vulnerability and his resilience as he learned to embrace his authentic self.
Genres: coming-of-age, autobiography, contemporary, memoir, non-fiction, biography-memoir
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, resilience
Period: 21st-century
257 pages · Paperback · Atria/Keywords Press