A random collection of over 1910 books and audiobooks authored by or about my transgender, intersex sisters, and gender-nonconforming persons all over the world. I read some of them, and I was inspired by some of them. I met some of the authors and heroines, some of them are my best friends, and I had the pleasure and honor of interviewing some of them. If you know of any transgender biography that I have not covered yet, please let me know.
"Tula: Ik ben een vrouw" (Tula: I am a woman) is the Dutch language edition of "Tula: I am a Woman" (1982) by Caroline Cossey.
Tula: My Story offers an intimate glimpse into the remarkable journey of Caroline Cossey, the British model and actress better known as Tula. Published in 1991 as a follow-up to her 1982 memoir Tula: I Am a Woman, this second volume goes further in exploring what it meant to live openly as a transgender woman in the public eye. At a time when trans stories were largely ignored or sensationalized, Cossey’s narrative stood out for its unflinching honesty and quiet courage.
Caroline was born on August 31, 1954, in the quiet village of Brooke, Norfolk, and was assigned male at birth. It wasn’t until later that she discovered she had XXXY syndrome, a chromosomal variation that contributed to her feminine development and marked her as different in often painful ways. Her school years were shadowed by mockery and exclusion, though moments of comfort came through shared fantasies with her sister Pam, dressing up, playing pretend, and imagining lives beyond their rural surroundings. These small acts of joy and early glimpses of identity would eventually shape a memoir rooted in resilience, self-discovery, and the pursuit of truth.
1982,
Caroline Cossey,
Dutch,
Tula,
Full title: "Sexual Metamorphosis: An Anthology of Transsexual Memoirs" by Jonathan Ames.
"In Sexual Metamorphosis, Ames presents the personal narratives of seventeen gender pioneers. Here is Christine Jorgensen, the first celebrity transsexual, greeting thousands of well-wishers from the stage of Madison Square Garden. Here is Caroline Cossey, former model and Bond (as in James) girl, being outed in the tabloid press.
Here is novelist and English professor Jennifer Finney Boylan discussing her impending transformation with her heartbroken spouse and supportive yet confused colleagues. The result is a fascinating and compulsively readable book, filled with anguish, introspection and courage."
2005,
Caroline Cossey,
Christine Jorgensen,
English,
Jennifer Finney Boylan,
Jonathan Ames,
Renée Richards,
"Minu lugu" (My Story) is the Estonian language edition of "Tula: My Story" by Caroline Cossey.
Tula: My Story takes readers deep into the extraordinary life of Caroline Cossey, the British model and actress widely recognized by her stage name, Tula. Released in 1991, the memoir builds upon her earlier work, Tula: I Am a Woman (1982), expanding the scope of her personal and public journey. In this second account, Cossey offers an unflinching look at what it meant to navigate fame, identity, and discrimination as a transgender woman. At a time when trans voices were seldom heard, her story stood out as groundbreaking, both deeply personal and historically significant.
Caroline Cossey was born on August 31, 1954, in the quiet village of Brooke, Norfolk, assigned male at birth. She would later learn that she had XXXY syndrome, an intersex condition that influenced her naturally feminine features during adolescence. Unaware of the diagnosis for much of her youth, Caroline endured relentless teasing that amplified her feelings of loneliness and confusion. Yet, amid the pain, she found small islands of joy, especially in moments spent with her sister Pam, as they dressed up and imagined different futures together. These early acts of exploration planted the seeds for what would become the heart of her memoir: a testament to resilience, self-discovery, and the courageous pursuit of authenticity.
1997,
Caroline Cossey,
Estonian,
Tula,
This is the Swedish language edition of "Tula: My Story" by Caroline Cossey. The full title: "Mitt liv: den gripande berättelsen av en kvinna som föddes som man" (My Life: The Gripping Story of a Woman Born a Man).
Tula: My Story opens a window into the extraordinary life of Caroline Cossey, a British actress and model widely known by her professional name, Tula. Released in 1991 as a sequel to her 1982 memoir Tula: I Am a Woman, this second installment delves deeper into her experience of living openly as a transgender woman under public scrutiny. At a time when trans narratives were rarely acknowledged in mainstream culture, Cossey’s voice broke through with rare honesty and defiance.
Caroline was born on August 31, 1954, in the rural village of Brooke, Norfolk, and was assigned male at birth. She would later learn she had XXXY syndrome, a chromosomal condition that explained her feminine features during puberty and set her apart in painful, isolating ways. School years were marked by ridicule, but there were pockets of solace, especially in the imaginative games she shared with her sister Pam, dressing up and dreaming beyond their small-town world. These moments of escape and early self-awareness became the roots of a powerful memoir about courage, transformation, and the search for authenticity.
1992,
Caroline Cossey,
Swedish,
Tula,
This is the Danish language edition of "Tula: My Story" by Caroline Cossey.
Tula: My Story invites readers into the remarkable journey of Caroline Cossey, a British model and actress best known by her stage name, Tula. Published in 1991, the book serves as a continuation of her earlier memoir, Tula: I Am a Woman (1982). This follow-up work breaks new ground by candidly exploring what it meant to live as a transgender woman in the spotlight. At a time when trans experiences were largely invisible in mainstream discourse, Cossey’s story emerged as a powerful and pioneering narrative.
Born on August 31, 1954, in Brooke, a small village in Norfolk, Caroline was assigned male at birth and later discovered she had XXXY syndrome, an intersex variation that contributed to her feminine appearance during adolescence. The condition, unknown to her for years, made her the subject of cruel teasing and deepened her sense of isolation. Despite these challenges, her childhood was not without moments of comfort, especially those shared with her sister Pam, who joined her in dressing up and imagining other lives. These early glimpses of self-expression would later evolve into the memoir’s core: a story of inner strength, identity, and the long path to becoming oneself.
1992,
Caroline Cossey,
Danish,
Tula,
Full title: "Tula: My Story" by Caroline Cossey.
“Tula: My Story” introduces readers to the life of Caroline Cossey, a British actress and model who rose to prominence under the name Tula. Released in 1991, the memoir is the follow-up of her first memoir "Tula: I am a Woman" (1982), The book breaks significant ground by offering an honest and intimate portrayal of one woman’s life at the intersection of gender identity and celebrity. At a time when trans lives were rarely discussed in public, Cossey’s voice stood out as both brave and trailblazing.
Caroline was born on August 31, 1954, in the village of Brooke, Norfolk, assigned male at birth but carrying an intersex condition known as XXXY syndrome. This chromosomal variation, unbeknownst to her until adulthood, influenced her feminine development and made her a target of ridicule throughout her youth. Her early years were filled with personal struggle and emotional pain, though her bond with her sister Pam brought some joy, especially in their playful explorations of femininity. These formative moments planted the seeds for the story she would later share, a tale of survival, self-acceptance, and growth.
1991,
2015,
Caroline Cossey,
English,
Tula,
UK,
Full title: "Tula: I am a Woman" by Caroline Cossey.
Tula: I Am a Woman is the first memoir by Caroline Cossey, the British model and actress better known by her professional name Tula. Published in 1981, the book offers an unprecedented and deeply personal insight into the life of a transgender woman navigating the complexities of identity, society, and fame at a time when transgender issues were almost entirely taboo.
Caroline Cossey was born on August 31, 1954, in Brooke, Norfolk, assigned male at birth but possessing an intersex variation known as XXXY syndrome, an aspect she was unaware of until adulthood. This condition contributed to her distinctly feminine appearance during puberty, a source of both inner conflict and external bullying, which she recalls candidly in her memoir. Growing up, Caroline endured a difficult childhood filled with confusion and torment, but found solace in her close relationship with her sister Pam, with whom she shared moments of dressing up in their mother’s clothes. These early experiences shaped the foundation for the story she tells in Tula: I Am a Woman, a story of courage, resilience, and self-discovery.
1982,
Caroline Cossey,
English,
Tula,
UK,
