Taylor Jenkins Reid, known far and wide thanks in part due her smash hit novel, *The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo,* recently revealed that she identifies as bisexual. This revelation marks a personal milestone as she prepares us all with anticipation—not only personal, but collective—as we await her latest book, *Atmosphere*.
During those pandemic days, when many were stuck indoors, Reid's popularity skyrocketed. Her success was turbocharged by BookTok, TikTok's community with a passion books, a lucky accident that helped push her work out front and center. Her novel, *The Seven Husbands Of Evelyn Hugo,* was a fan favorite, painting a heartrending picture set in Hollywood, centered around a romance between two actresses trying survive in a dazzling, yet cutthroat, film industry.
What inspires taylor jenkins reid's books?
During a recent interview with *Time* magazine, Reid, gracing its cover, dove deep with readers about what inspired *Evelyn Hugo* and how it ties back her personal life. "I am very private," she confessed, reflecting on how readers we've so long admired made assumptions about her sexual orientation after *Evelyn Hugo* was born. "I let people think what they wanted at first," she admitted.
But as her new novel's release grew closer, Reid desired clarity in defining herself publicly. "Seeing myself categorized as simply a 'straight woman' was tough," she added. "They didn't have my whole story." Her journey toward openly embracing her bisexuality wasn't just a casual decision; it was deeply personal, filled with searching and inner dialogue.
Looking back on her earlier years
As a teen, Reid faced relentless societal pressures about her femininity with remarks like, "Why don't you dress more girly? Why aren't your nails done?" This led her peers and society at large labeling her as simply "gay," missing all nuances. In her twenties, she found deep love with a woman, though her relationship met with skepticism.
“Back in late '90s, bisexuality just wasn't on people lips,” she remembered. "The message was clear: people said I was just seeking attention or on a stop-over en route gayville. I was hurt because they were denying my self-awareness. But I knew exactly who I was." Experiences like these underscored how important representation and validation are, especially when bisexual identities get swept under rug.
A journey combining personal and professional growth
Reid likens her bisexuality a room in a house that represents her whole identity—a metaphor brought beautifully by her husband, screenwriter Alex Jenkins Reid. "Being attracted women? It's simply one room in my identity house," she said. "Creating *Atmosphere* was all about spending time in that very room, with Alex cheering me every step, encouraging me: 'What an amazing chance embrace this part yourself.'" His support was key in her decision share this journey with us all.
We're soon set dive inside *Atmosphere*, an 1980s adventure following astrophysicist Joan Goodwin's time working NASA when she meets Vanessa Ford. Vanessa challenges Joan rethink who she really might be, sparking growth and reflection. Reid's storytelling knack, crafting complex characters struggling with identity, clearly continues.
Reid's previous works — *Daisy Jones & The Six*, *Malibu Rising*, and *Carrie Soto Is Back* — have wowed critics. Notably, Reese Witherspoon adapted *Daisy Jones & The Six* right onto our screens through Prime Video. Meanwhile, *Atmosphere* already snagged a film adaptation deal—proof it packs a cinematic punch.
Dropping June 3, 2025, *Atmosphere* promises yet another gripping tale, chock full personal insights and themes resonate universally. With this new announcement, Taylor Jenkins Reid not only celebrates who she truly a, but sparks broader conversations about love's diverse and self-discovery.
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