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Author
Publisher
Pegasus Books
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Both thought-provoking and eye-opening, this radical new history of seven queer lives, including Josephine Baker in Paris and E.M. Forster in Cambridge, illuminates the connections to where they lived, who they loved and the art they created, and celebrates freedom, survival and the hidden places of the imagination.
Author
Publisher
Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Understanding the identity and history of those we support is vital. Setting out policies and procedures that encourage advocacy of individualised care for LGBTQ+ people with dementia, the goal is to encourage practices that help service users to feel understood, respected and well cared for"--
Author
Publisher
Harper Design an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Photography by The Street Sensei. Foreword by famed genderfluid activist Desmond Is Amazing. From the editor-in-chief of leading queer style magazine dapperQ, a bold, beautiful, and inclusive collection that encourages everyone to be comfortable expressing their own personal style however they choose. Fashion plays a significant role in the construction of identity. How we style our clothing and adorn our bodies sends a message not only about who...
Author
Publisher
Feminist Press at the City University of New York
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Informed by author Luke Dani Blue's experience in and between genders, PRETEND IT'S MY BODY is a collection of ten short stories about characters caught in liminal spaces, and who find meaning in the in-between"--
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Ringmaster -- Rin, to those who know her best -- can jump to different moments in time as easily as her wife, Odette, soars from bar to bar on the trapeze. And the circus they lead is a rare home and safe haven for magical misfits and outcasts, known as Sparks. With the world still reeling from World War I, Rin and her troupe -- the Circus of the Fantasticals -- travel the midwest, offering a single night of enchantment and respite to all who step...
Publisher
Apa Publications Ltd
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"From vibrant, edgy cities, to stunning, lesser-visited gems, the image-rich Rough Guide to the Top LGBTQ+ Friendly Places in Europe showcases 20 exceptional destinations that are renowned for being LGBTQ+-friendly, and for having notable LGBTQ+ connections. The expert-selected destinations are organised by season to encourage rewarding year-round trip experiences for LGBTQ+ travellers. Every destination entry boasts a pithy overview of what makes...
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Showcasing the breadth of the LGBTQ+ experience, this diverse, global account explores the most important moments, movements, and phenomena, celebrating the victories and untold triumphs of LGBTQ+ people throughout history as well as commemorating moments of tragedy and persecution.
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Series
Publisher
Rebel Girls
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"This collection features 25 inspiring tales of proud members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Read about how these women, girls, and nonbinary people broke down barriers, honored their identities, and lived authentically no matter what anyone else said. Find your voice with Janelle Monae. Play for equality with Billie Jean King. Protect your community with Marcia P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera. And organize joyful celebrations with Dr. Lady Phyll and Molly...
Author
Publisher
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky, an imprint of Sourcebook Kids
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"The sparklingly funny debut picture book from Juno Dawson, bestselling writer and activist. Sometimes people say to me: 'What happened to your brother, Bill?' That's when I look them in the eye and say: 'Hun, you need to chill.' When Bill can't be found at school one day, the imaginations of the other children run wild. Is he on holiday? Is he lost in the park? Has he been eaten by a shark?! It's up to Bill's sister to explain ... Juno Dawson' debut...
Author
Publisher
HarperVia
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Composed of the title novella and three short stories, People Who Talk to Stuffed Animals Are Nice sensitively explores gender, friendship, romance, love, human interaction and its absence, and how a misogynistic society limits women and men. In the title story, Nanamori and Mugito, two university students appalled by society's gendered roles, rebel. Refusing to interact with other people they use stuffed toys for emotional support. In "Realizing...
Publisher
HarperTeen, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Transness is as varied and colorful as magic can be. In Transmogrify!, you'll embark on fourteen different adventures alongside unforgettable characters who embody many different genders and expressions and experiences--because magic is for everyone, and that is cause for celebration"--
Author
Series
Chef's kiss volume 2
Publisher
Emily Bestler Books/Atria
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
When Luna O'Shea is unceremoniously fired from her frustrating office job, she tries to count her blessings: she's a proud trans woman who has plenty of friends, a wonderful roommate, and a good life in New York City. But blessings don't pay the bills. Enter Jean-Pierre, a laissez-faire trans man and the heir to a huge culinary empire--which he'll only inherit if he can jump through all the hoops his celebrity chef grandfather has placed in his path....
Author
Publisher
St. Martin's Griffin
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"An essential guide for parents and caregivers to raising queer-friendly children in a gender-affirming space. In the face of so many injustices across society for LGBTQ+ people, it can be easy for parents of young children to feel helpless and hopeless. While they may not be able to address every problem across the country, there's a simple place to start: right at home. Rainbow Parenting is an indispensable stepping stone for adults who want to...
Author
Publisher
Feiwel & Friends
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Bisexual teen Madison's path to political staffer stardom is in jeopardy after her girlfriend fires her as junior class president campaign manager, until she convinces a new, cute candidate to accept her help--all while working to unmask a serial predator.
19) Breakup, makeup
Author
Publisher
Running Press Kids
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Eli Peterson is a self-taught, up-and-coming makeup artist in the cosplay scene who is barely making ends meet. While they might be slaying it with their breathtaking looks, they're also trying to save enough money for top surgery and convince their parents that their artistic dream is worthwhile. During a convention, Eli hears about Makeup Wars, a competition that could change everything... The grand prize? A scholarship to Beyond, the best SFX...
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