Taylor is an author, poet, and activist whose work centers around themes of body empowerment, self-love, and social justice. Taylor has emerged as a prominent voice challenging societal norms and advocating for the acceptance and celebration of diverse bodies. Her contributions to the literary and activist landscapes make her a key figure in discussions around body positivity. With seven published books, including the New York Times bestseller The Body Is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self Love, Taylor advocates for radical self-love as a means to confront and dismantle systemic oppression. She argues that societal transformation requires a drastic reformation in how differences in bodies are perceived and treated. Taylor’s writing spans a broad range of topics, from body liberation to racial justice and transformational change. Her other published works include the poetry collection A Little Truth on Your Shirt, The Book of Radical Answers, and The Journal of Radical Permission, co-authored with adrienne marie brown.

Taylor has received several awards for her work. She won the 2004 National Individual Poetry Slam Championship. In 2016, the Obama administration invited her to participate in the White House Forum on LGBT and Disability Issues.