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Read with Pride (Nonfiction) June 2021
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The fixed stars
by Molly Wizenberg
A best-selling memoirist describes how, as a married woman with a toddler, she found herself drawn to a female attorney during jury duty and began to question her identity and desires and let go of ideals that no longer fit.
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The times I knew I was gay
by Eleanor Crewes
A London-based illustrator, author and graphic artist illustrates her coming-of-age story as a gay woman including feeling a deep sense of not belonging, self-denial, awkward encounters, everyday courage and her fist girlfriend. 60,000 first printing.
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Over the top : a raw journey to self-love
by Jonathan Van Ness
The style-expert star of Queer Eye shares deeply personal stories from his Midwestern childhood, revealing how he channeled his passions and setbacks into the positive energy that shaped his signature brand. 200,000 first printing. TV tie-in.
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Real queer America : LGBT stories from red states
by Samantha Allen
A transgender reporter for the Daily Beast visits Red States in America's "flyover country" and tells the stories of extraordinary LGBT people who decided to stay, rather than leave for the more liberal coasts, and describes their work for change
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Black boy out of time : a memoir
by Hari Ziyad
A cultural critic, screenwriter, and editor in chief of RaceBaitr and discusses gender, race and the challenges of growing up Black and queer as one of nineteen children in a blended family in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Gay like me : a father writes to his son
by Richie Jackson
The award-winning executive producer of Nurse Jackie presents a timely love letter to his son describing his experiences as a gay man in America and the progress and setbacks of LGBTQ citizens throughout the past 50 years. 50,000 first printing.
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Headcase : LGBTQ writers & artists on mental health and wellness
by Stephanie Schroeder
"A provocative collection of texts and artwork by mental health consumers and providers alike, HEADCASE: LBGTQ Writers & Artists on Mental Health and Wellness breaks new ground in documenting issues in LGBTQ mental health care with superbly written and powerfully rendered personal and political stories and images"
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My sister : how one sibling's transition changed us both
by Selenis Leyva
This memoir, written by two sisters who alternate chapters, describes how the younger sibling struggled with her identity and transitioned to a trans woman and activist with the help of her sister’s unwavering support. 40,000 first printing.
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Sissy : a coming-of-gender story
by Jacob Tobia
A gender-diverse cultural influencer on both the Forbes "30 Under 30" and "OUT 100" lists examines how religious, political and educational experiences revealed the need for greater cultural inclusion and anti-discrimination legislation that acknowledges the gender spectrum.
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The book of pride : LGBTQ heroes who changed the world
by Mason Funk
Paying tribute to more than 50 extraordinary and influential leaders who sparked the worldwide LGBTQ-rights movement, this important volume tells stories of dedication and triumph through never-before-published original interviews. Original. 20,000 first printing.
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A wild and precious life : a memoir
by Edie Windsor
The LGBT rights activist and lead plaintiff for the United States v. Windsor Supreme Court case chronicles decades of gay life in New York City while exploring her advocacy role in promoting marriage equality. By the author of Pill Head. Illustrations.
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