Calling My Deadname Home: The Trans Bear Diaries

In this powerful and honest trans memoir, Avi, a Psychology Professor and bear-shaped trans man, reflects on his journey to becoming his true self through themes of gender, identity, and self-acceptance. The narrative intertwines his early life in Israel, activism, and academic achievements, while exploring the complex process of reconciling different aspects of his identity. Told across three episodes—early transition, later transition, and his past self—this memoir offers a candid look at personal growth, social issues, and the universal quest to embrace one's authentic self.