Fictional Selves is a personal book by actor Kyle MacLachlan about his more than forty-year career in Hollywood. He shares experiences from his work on iconic projects such as Dune, Blue Velvet, and Twin Peaks. In addition, he talks about his collaboration with director David Lynch and the influential characters that shaped his career.
The book goes deep into the question of who Kyle MacLachlan really is, apart from his roles. Themes such as fame, insecurity, ambition, love, and fatherhood are discussed candidly. Fictional Selves combines autobiographical memories with reflections on acting and identity.