Sofia Franklyn’s Daddy Issues Is Out Now: What the Memoir Covers (November 10, 2026)

Verified and updated November 10, 2026, at 9:05 p.m. UTC.

Sofia Franklyn’s first book, Daddy Issues, is available from publisher Simon & Schuster as of November 10, 2026. The memoir revisits Franklyn’s personal history and her rise with Call Her Daddy, the podcast she created with Alex Cooper, including the fallout that ended their partnership. The publisher lists the hardcover at 256 pages. A recent excerpt published under Franklyn’s byline in Vanity Fair offers a firsthand preview of the book’s candid, personal approach.

• Daddy Issues is Franklyn’s debut book and is described by its publisher as a memoir.
• Simon & Schuster lists the publication date as November 10, 2026, and the hardcover length as 256 pages.
• The book’s scope includes Franklyn’s personal experiences, her friendship and working relationship with Cooper, and her account of rebuilding after their split.
• The publisher’s summary frames the story around power, friendship, reclamation, and survival; that framing is promotional language, while the book itself is Franklyn’s account.

What is Sofia Franklyn’s Daddy Issues about?

Daddy Issues is a memoir about Franklyn’s life and the experiences that shaped her public career. Simon & Schuster describes it as a story of power, friendship, reclamation, and surviving yourself. The publisher says Franklyn reflects on girlhood, sexuality, agency, and healing, as well as the consequences of being reduced to a headline.

The title may suggest a book focused only on family or romantic relationships, but the publisher’s description points to a wider personal narrative. Franklyn’s public identity, creative work, relationships, and the aftermath of a high-profile professional rupture all sit within its scope. Readers should understand it as her memoir and perspective, rather than as a neutral account jointly agreed upon by everyone involved.

In an excerpt published by Vanity Fair on October 22, 2026, Franklyn writes about an abortion she says she had in 2023, and describes how her mental state and public scrutiny affected her work after leaving Call Her Daddy. The excerpt demonstrates that the book includes intimate material. It should not be taken as a complete summary of every chapter. Read Franklyn’s excerpt in Vanity Fair.

Why are Sofia Franklyn and Alex Cooper connected to the book?

Franklyn and Cooper co-created Call Her Daddy in 2018, when they were friends and roommates. Their professional partnership ended amid a highly publicized dispute and contract negotiations. Cooper continued the podcast, while Franklyn later launched her solo show, Sofia with an F. Their split became a defining part of how audiences understood both creators.

That history helps explain why searches for Franklyn’s book often include Cooper’s name. Daddy Issues gives Franklyn room to tell her own story of the relationship and its collapse. The publisher says the book addresses betrayal and the cost of being misunderstood. Those are descriptions of the book’s framing; they do not establish that the former partners share the same recollection or interpretation of events.

For broader context on the podcast’s early history, TIME’s reporting on Call Her Daddy and its early co-hosts describes the show’s beginnings and the breakdown in the partnership. That reporting predates the memoir, so it provides background rather than a review or verification of Franklyn’s new account.

When was Daddy Issues released, and what edition is listed?

Simon & Schuster lists the hardcover publication date as November 10, 2026. Its official product page gives the hardcover ISBN as 9781668239568 and lists 256 pages. The publisher also has an ebook product page, so readers can check their preferred retailer for the edition and format available to them.

Availability, prices, and delivery estimates can differ by retailer and location. For the most reliable edition details, consult the official Simon & Schuster hardcover page. The publisher identifies Daddy Issues as Franklyn’s first book.

What should readers expect from the memoir?

Readers can expect a first-person account that connects Franklyn’s background and relationships with the pressures of public life and the end of a creative partnership. The excerpt already released shows a direct, confessional tone and includes emotionally difficult subjects. That may appeal to readers looking for Franklyn’s perspective in her own words, especially those who followed the podcast’s early years.

A memoir is shaped by its author’s memory, choices, and interpretation. The book can add detail to Franklyn’s public story without settling every dispute surrounding the podcast split. Readers interested in comparing perspectives can use contemporaneous reporting and statements by the people involved, while keeping in mind that neither an excerpt nor a publisher synopsis represents the entire book.

Frequently asked questions

Is Daddy Issues Sofia Franklyn’s first book?

Yes. Simon & Schuster identifies it as Franklyn’s first book.

Is Daddy Issues mainly about Alex Cooper?

The book covers Franklyn’s story, including her history with Cooper and Call Her Daddy. The publisher presents it as a broader memoir about Franklyn’s life and personal experiences.

When did Daddy Issues come out?

The publisher lists November 10, 2026, as the hardcover publication date.