Heather B. Armstrong

About the Author

Heather B. Armstrong is a renowned memoirist and blogger whose unflinching honesty has captivated readers worldwide. Best known for her groundbreaking work, The Valedictorian of Being Dead: The True Story of Dying Ten Times to Live, Armstrong chronicles her harrowing battle with severe depression and the radical electroconvulsive therapy that saved her life, blending raw vulnerability with sharp wit to illuminate the complexities of mental health. A pioneer in online storytelling through her influential blog dooce.com, she has amassed a devoted following by transforming personal adversity into universal truths, advocating for open conversations about invisible illnesses. With a career spanning essays, humor, and introspective narratives, Armstrong continues to inspire resilience and empathy in her readers.