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    Perfectly Queer An Illustrated Introduction Victoria Barron
    9781839974083 Hardcover SELF-HELP / Gender & Sexuality Publication Date:February 21, 2023
    $20.95 CAD 174 x 232 x 14 mm | 360 gr | 96 pages Carton Quantity:1 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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      The alphabet mafia? The queer umbrella? A little confused by--or curious about--the terminology and identities that make up the LGBTQIA+ community?

      For allies and queer folks alike, this visual introduction uses bright and fabulous illustrations to explain the rainbow of gender identities and sexualities.

      Activity pages, featuring a rainbow mascot--The Rain-boa Constrictor--divide chapters on gender identity, assigned sex, sexual and romantic orientations, acronyms, and common queer-ies, to make things (hopefully) more Perfectly Queer!

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      Victoria Barron (she/her) is an illustrator who identifies with a variety of LGBTQ+ labels, and is a self-proclaimed 'queer weirdo' ( ... or would that be 'q-weirdo'?). She enjoys creating works that make people smile, often applying a fun twist to themes of self-worth, acceptance, education, or awareness. Many of her works can be found via her Instagram account: @victoriabarronart, or website: www.victoriabarron.com.
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    I Am Ace Advice on Living Your Best Asexual Life Cody Daigle-Orians
    9781839972621 Paperback SELF-HELP / Gender & Sexuality Age (years) from 12 - 18 Publication Date:February 21, 2023
    $25.95 CAD 136 x 214 x 24 mm | 200 gr | 192 pages Carton Quantity:1 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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      How do I know if I'm actually sexual?
      How do I come out as asexual?
      What kinds of relationship can I have as an ace person?


      If you are looking for answers to these questions, Cody is here to help. Within these pages lie all the advice you need as a questioning ace teen.

      Tackling everything from what asexuality is, the asexual spectrum and tips on coming out, to intimacy, relationships, acephobia and finding joy, this guide will help you better understand your asexual identity alongside deeply relatable anecdotes drawn from Cody's personal experience.

      Whether you are ace, demi, gray-ace or not sure yet, this book will give you the courage and confidence to embrace your authentic self and live your best ace life.

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      Cody Daigle-Orians is an asexuality writer, educator and advocate. He is the creator of "Ace Dad Advice," a social media-based ace education project that creates empowering content for young ace and questioning people. Cody lives in Columbus, Ohio.

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      Empowering and engagingly written, I Am Ace cuts through the madness and chaos of being an asexual person just discovering yourself. With generosity and enthusiasm, not to mention clear-eyed insights about the nature of sexuality and social norms, Cody Daigle-Orians invites readers not to be afraid of uncertainty, change and deep self-reflection. I can already tell this book is going to help so many people, and I just want to get it into the hands of baby aces everywhere, immediately!
      I Am Ace is the loving introduction to the ace community we wish we had when we were younger. Whether you're questioning your sexuality or just curious to learn more about asexuality, Cody's personal stories and comforting advice will guide you to a greater understanding of yourself and the world around you.
      the most in-depth and most validating, affirming book for any asexual to read
      Written like a letter from an old friend, I Am Ace takes the reader on a journey towards confidence in discussing and proudly owning their asexuality. Both educational and conversational, Daigle-Orians has completed a guide on self discovery and understanding that simplifies a complex topic and that will benefit allos, aces, and everyone in between.
      Cody paints a wonderful picture of the struggles of coming to terms with one's own asexuality. I related greatly to the idea of not even having words for this stuff when I was in high school. You don't have to feel broken and you certainly don't have to feel confused! This book is an absolutely wonderful resource for understanding what doesn't get talked about anywhere near enough.
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    Sounds Fake But Okay An Asexual and Aromantic Perspective on Love, Relationships, Sex, and Pretty Much Anything Else Sarah Costello, Kayla Kaszyca
    9781839970016 Paperback SELF-HELP / Gender & Sexuality Publication Date:February 21, 2023
    $26.95 CAD 136 x 214 x 18 mm | 169 gr | 160 pages Carton Quantity:1 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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      Somehow, over time, we forgot that the rituals behind dating and sex were constructs made up by human beings and eventually, they became hard and fast rules that society imposed on us all.'

      True Love. Third Wheels. Dick pics. 'Dying alone'. Who decided this was normal?

      Sarah and Kayla invite you to put on your purple aspec glasses - and rethink everything you thought you knew about society, friendship, sex, romance and more.

      Drawing on their personal stories, and those of aspec friends all over the world, prepare to explore your microlabels, investigate different models of partnership, delve into the intersection of gender norms and compulsory sexuality and reconsider the meaning of sex - when allosexual attraction is out of the equation.

      Spanning the whole range of relationships we have in our lives - to family, friends, lovers, society, our gender, and ourselves, this book asks you to let your imagination roam, and think again what human connection really is.

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      Sarah and Kayla are the hosts of Sounds Fake But Okay, the #1 podcast on asexuality and aromanticism. Sarah identifies as asexual and aromantic and lives in Los Angeles where she works in TV development. Kayla identifies as demisexual and biromantic and lives in Boston where she works in marketing.
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      Funny, fresh and painfully real, Sarah and Kayla are the ace friends I always wished I had.
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    Ace Notes Tips and Tricks on Existing in an Allo World Michele Kirichanskaya, Ashley Masog
    9781839975226 Paperback SELF-HELP / Gender & Sexuality Publication Date:March 21, 2023
    $25.95 CAD 212 x 134 x 12 mm | 330 gr | 288 pages Carton Quantity:1 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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      This essential book dishes out practical advice for people on the asexual spectrum on existing in an allonormative world, including navigating family, the dating world, and much much more.

      What is the ace lens?
      Is my relationship queerplatonic?
      Am I sex-favorable, sex-averse or sex-repulsed?

      As an ace or questioning person in an oh-so-allo world, you're probably in desperate need of a cheat sheet. Allow us to introduce your new asexual best friend, an essential resource serving up the life hacks you need to fully embrace the ace. Expect interviews with remarkable aces across the spectrum, advice on navigating different communities , and low-key ways to flaunt your ace identity.

      Covering everything from coming out, explaining asexuality and understanding different types of attraction, to marriage, relationships, sex, consent, gatekeeping, religion, ace culture and more, this is the ultimate arsenal for whatever the allo world throws at you.
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      Michele Kirichanskaya is a first-generation Ukrainian Jewish American writer and journalist born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. A graduate of the New School MFA Program and Hunter College, she has written content for platforms such as GeeksOUT, Catapult, Bitch Media, Electric Lit, The Mary Sue, and more. When she is not writing, she is reading, watching an absurd amount of cartoons, and generally trying to live her life despite its many interruptions. She is currently based in Brooklyn.
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      Ace Notes is an approachable, thoughtful field guide for ace folks wanting to safely navigate identity and community. Its ambitions are far-ranging, but its approach is warm and personal. Kirichanskaya has given us a book that celebrates the importance and power of making our asexuality our own.
      Engaging and educational, validating and personal, Ace Notes reads like a handshake, hug, and high-five rolled into one. It's hard to imagine a warmer welcome to the ace community.
      A vital resource for those of us on the ace spectrum who seek understanding, affirmation, community, and celebration within our nuanced asexualities in a world that often offers us none of those things. This is required reading for anyone who thinks they might be ace and the ones that love us regardless.
      Insightful and kindhearted, Ace Notes proves to be a necessary survival companion for those experiencing the joys and struggles of exploring identity, relationships, community, and self-expression as an ace person. With Michele Kirichanskaya as your guide, every page exudes authenticity.
      An accessible stepping stone for anyone looking to learn about asexuality
      Uplifting and encouraging while not shying away from the realities of living as an asexual person in a sexualized world, Ace Notes gives context to ace experience through interviews, perspectives, quotes, philosophy, and advice for those on the ace spectrum. An accessible, conversational voice to an underrepresented topic.
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    Ace and Aro Journeys A Guide to Embracing Your Asexual or Aromantic Identity The Ace and Aro Advocacy Project
    9781839976384 Paperback SELF-HELP / Gender & Sexuality Publication Date:April 21, 2023
    $26.95 CAD 138 x 214 x 26 mm | 280 gr | 272 pages Carton Quantity:1 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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      A self-help guide with the advice our authors wished they'd had when first exploring and embracing their ace and aro identities. 

      What does it mean to be ace or aro?
      How should I approach the challenges that come with being ace or aro?
      How can I best support the ace and aro people in my life?

      Join the The Ace and Aro Advocacy Project (TAAAP) for a deep dive into the process of discovering and embracing your ace and aro identities. Empower yourself to explore the nuances of your identity, find and develop support networks, explore different kinds of partnership, come out to your communities and find real joy within.
      Combining a rigorous exploration of identity and sexuality models with hundreds of candid and poignant testimonials - this companion vouches for your personal truth, wherever you lie on the aspec spectrum. You are not invisible! You are among friends.


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      The Ace and Aro Advocacy Project is the largest volunteer-run organization focused on helping aromantic and asexual people in North America. The 10 writers involved in this project all identify as aromantic and/or asexual. They are based in the Washington metropolitan area.
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      Inclusive and emotionally resonant, Ace and Aro Journeys offers an authentic look at asexual and aromantic identity from every imaginable angle. It's written by people who have lived these specific trials and triumphs, with relatable examples and quotes from diverse ace- and aro-spectrum people, dispensing wisdom regarding processing negativity as well as celebrating ace/aro joy. Aces and aros will see their identities thoroughly explored and validated beyond the usual token statement of "this exists," while those who want to learn about us will learn how to conceptualize us as we are, not as people with something missing.
      A valuable resource for anyone curious about asexuality and aromanticism, anyone wondering whether they might be ace or aro, or anyone wanting to support an ace or aro friend or family member. This book provides clear and helpful practical advice for coming out and connecting to a larger community, as well as recognition of the particular struggles ace and aro people face, with insights into the history, culture, and vocabulary of these orientations. This is also a book to get you started thinking about larger philosophical questions regarding the nature of orientation, desire, attraction, and sexual identity. I highly recommend for anyone questioning their orientation or wanting to be an ally.
      This book is a much-needed resource! Ace/aro individuals have unique identity development processes and often struggle with integrating their identities. Many of my clients would have benefited from this resource, and I am confident that future individuals will benefit from the quotes and information provided in this book. Research indicates that common language and a sense of community are two of the most critical factors for ace/aro individuals' well-being; this book can help facilitate both!
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    Bisexual Men Exist A Handbook for Bisexual, Pansexual and M-Spec Men Vaneet Mehta
    9781787757196 Paperback SOCIAL SCIENCE / LGBTQ+ Studies Publication Date:January 19, 2023
    $26.95 CAD 138 x 214 x 20 mm | 260 gr | 256 pages Carton Quantity:40 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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      "You're just being greedy."
      "Are you sure you're not gay?"
      "Pick a side."

      Being a bisexual man isn't easy - something Vaneet Mehta knows all too well. After spending more than a decade figuring out his identity, Vaneet's coming out was met with questioning, ridicule and erasure. This experience inspired Vaneet to create the viral #BisexualMenExist campaign, combatting the hate and scepticism m-spec (multi-gender attracted spectrum) men encounter, and helping others who felt similarly alone and trapped.

      This powerful book is an extension of that fight. Navigating a range of topics, including coming out, dating, relationships and health, Vaneet shares his own lived experience as well as personal stories from others in the community to help validate and uplift other bisexual men. Discussing the treatment of m-spec men in LGBTQ+ places, breaking down stereotypes and highlighting the importance of representation and education, this empowering book is a rallying call for m-spec men everywhere.

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      Vaneet Mehta (He/Him) is an Indian bisexual man born and raised in Southall, West London. He is a software engineer, writer and public speaker and the founder of #BisexualMenExist, which went viral in 2020. He has appeared on numerous panels and delivered talks to various companies. He has written for Men's Health, Stonewall, GMFA, Metro UK, OutLife and Unicorn Magazine and his work has been published in The Bi-ble: New Testimonials, The Ampersand Project and The Sex Agenda. Bisexual Men Exist is his first book.
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      When it comes to promoting bisexual visibility and championing m-spec causes, Vaneet is absolutely relentless-and I say this with the utmost respect. He has made it his life's mission to advocate for people attracted to multiple genders, and does so in Bisexual Men Exist through a researched, educational, intersectional, and inclusive lens.
      In this book, Vaneet Mehta has created an important resource for m-spec men. Through data, interviews, and personal accounts, he describes how institutional m-spec phobia reflects in the personal lives of m-spec men, and offers practical advice on navigating these issues. Of particular importance are the parts in the book dedicated to sexual violence against m-spec men, m-spec men's health, and the intersections in the lives of m-spec men of color, trans, and asexual m-spec men. Whether you're an m-spec man looking for support or an ally looking to learn more, this book has much to offer.

      An accessible encyclopaedia of bi+ issues, this important book amplifies the voices and experiences of those on the multi-gender attracted spectrum who are too often overlooked or erased.

      Perfect for anyone who wants to learn the language of bi+ community and scholarship, and concepts that can help them navigate their own sexual identities.


      A beautiful, insightful book. Extremely well researched and packed with up to date information, it provides a thorough overview of how it is to be multi-gender attracted today. This is brought to life through a rich range of experiences shared by the author himself, and by the people he spoke with, attending carefully to intersecting identities such as race, disability and transness. Vaneet Mehta is exactly the supportive friend you need to guide you through questions of coming out, forming relationships, finding community, and much more.
      The book I wish I had read when I was beginning to recognize my own bisexuality. It is comprehensive in scope but straightforward and fun to read, full of real-life examples and insights from actual bisexual men - who really do exist!
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    Am I Trans Enough? How to Stop Doubting and Start Living Alo Johnston
    9781839975349 Paperback SELF-HELP / Gender & Sexuality Publication Date:February 21, 2023
    $26.95 CAD 138 x 214 x 20 mm | 235 gr | 224 pages Carton Quantity:1 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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      Am I Trans Enough? The answer is undoubtably yes. You are.

      Alo Johnston has been where you are. From watching every transition story on YouTube and navigating online message boards for answers to finally starting testosterone and transitioning himself, he now walks alongside you every step of the way to guide you towards acceptance of who you truly are.

      Born out of thousands of hours of research and conversations with hundreds of trans people, Am I Trans Enough? digs deep into internalized transphobia and the historical narratives that fuel it. It unveils what happens after you come out, or begin questioning living as a trans person, in a world that works against you.

      Use this book as a space to engage with your fears and explore your doubts without the pressure of needing to be a perfect trans representative. If you are just beginning your trans journey, are twenty years into transition or have no idea if you are even trans at all, this book will help you to become your most authentic self.
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      Alo Johnston MA, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist who is based in Los Angeles. Alo has provided therapy for hundreds of trans/non-binary clients and worked at the Los Angeles LGBT Center and the Los Angeles Gender Center. Am I Trans Enough? is his first book.
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      Alo Johnston has crafted a beautifully written guide that is both heart-centered and grounded in cultural and historical context. As a reader, I felt like I was being invited into a powerful conversation not just about individual identity, but about collective care and community. Alo's writing is knowledgable, generous, honest, and accessible. I'm so grateful this book exists in the world!
      Am I Trans Enough? is a clear accessible guide that presents the author's understanding, knowledge and wisdom by incorporating not only his personal experience but also his notable clinical expertise. With care, warmth and compassion, Johnston deftly addresses many questions and feelings those in in the transgender community might be having and has simultaneously created an important additional resource for allies, families and professionals.
      Johnston's text provides practical strategies, ideas, and resources to people of all genders and sexes as they engage on their journeys of self and community exploration. This text offers an informed guide with humility, empowerment, and appropriate critique.
      In this groundbreaking contribution to the world of trans-educational titles, Am I Trans Enough? author Alo Johnston never leaves the reader's side as a supportive, compassionate, encouraging companion on what can be an intimidating and overwhelming journey in the land of gender identity affirmation. Alo sets the stage for success by guiding you through your doubts, fears, and confusion with his highly engaging, personable approach towards validating your unique experience of your gender. This book is needed now more than ever, and no doubt is going to positively impact countless lives for many years to come.
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    All the Things They Said We Couldn't Have Stories of Trans Joy Tash Oakes-Monger
    9781839971495 Paperback SOCIAL SCIENCE / LGBTQ+ Studies Publication Date:January 19, 2023
    $25.95 CAD 128 x 196 x 14 mm | 160 gr | 144 pages Carton Quantity:44 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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      'Transition has not been something linear for me, my joy has come in seasons.'

      Now, more than ever, trans people deserve to hear stories of joy and hope, where being trans doesn't have to be defined by fear and dysphoria, but can be experienced through courage, freedom, and the love and acceptance of their chosen families.

      Through a series of uplifting, generous and beautifully crafted vignettes, T. C. Oakes-Monger gently leads you through the cycle of the seasons - beginning in Autumn and the shedding of leaves and identity, moving through the darkness of Winter, its cold days, and the reality of daily life, into Spring, newness, and change, and ending with the joy of long Summer days and being out and proud - and invites you to find similar moments of joy in your life.

      Celebratory and empowering, these stories are a reminder of the power joy can bring.

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      T. C. Oakes-Monger started writing as a means of survival. After growing-up as a closeted queer in a rural village and realising medical school wasn't for them, they came out as trans and started working to improve healthcare for LGBTQIA+ people. All the Things They Said We Couldn't Have is their first book.
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      What we desperately need and deserve - more trans joy
      From surviving, to thriving, this uplifting gem of a book shares powerful stories detailing childhood clues and trans joy. Every trans experience is different and yet there is still a thread we can connect with in every individual story. Powerful, Insightful and Captivating.
      A beautiful set of interpretations of who we are and what we are capable of becoming. A must read.
      A beautiful memoir about the power and magic of trans joy
      To feel valid and seen in this world is a huge thing - one that many in the trans community never receive - but this book does that for so many people. Tash Oakes-Monger has beautifully weaved their lived experience throughout this book, combining it with a poignant reminder to look for joy, creating something everyone can read and benefit from.
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    My Child Told Me They're Trans...What Do I Do? A Q&A Guide for Parents of Trans Children Brynn Tannehill, Amy Cannava, Clara Baker, Clara Lee, Cristy Mereles, Danielle O'Banion, Darlene Tando, Debi Jackson, DeShanna Neal, Matt Goldenberg, Paria Hassouri, Sebastian Barr, Wayne M. Maines, Janis Tannehill, Janna Barkin, Jennifer See, Jennifer Solomon, Jo Ivester, Kelly Storck, Lizette Trujillo, Luchina Fisher, Marsha Aizumi, Nathan Glickler, Noah Berlatsky, Chester Hitchcock, Rachel Gonzalez
    9781839972775 Paperback FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / LGBTQ+ Publication Date:February 21, 2023
    $24.95 CAD 152 x 226 x 26 mm | 360 gr | 304 pages Carton Quantity:1 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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      'My child just came out to me as trans: What should I do?'

      If you are a parent looking for an answer to this question, you have come to the right place. Gathering together practical advice and personal experiences from a range of parents, activists and experts, this FAQ book provides answers to the most common questions you will have as a parent of a transgender child.

      What if they change their minds?
      How do I make sure my child is safe at school?
      How do we tell our other children?

      Sharing their experiences of how they navigated their child's transition to raise a happy and healthy child, the parents in this book will give you the tools you need to support your trans child to thrive, while the experts provide a research-based perspective on supporting trans youth. With answers to everything you need to know - from social transition, mental health and medical care, through to schools, faith and your personal feelings as a parent - this is the ultimate resource for any family with a trans child.

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      Brynn Tannehill is a leading trans author and essayist, and has written for The New York Times, The Huffington Post, Bilerico, Slate, Salon, USA Today, The Advocate, LGBTQ Nation, The Los Angeles Blade, DAME Magazine, and The New Civil Rights Movement. They have previously published Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Trans But Were Afraid to Ask.
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      My dad asked me for help answering a few of his questions in this book. He and the other parents had few resources to guide them as they tried to help us grow and be safe. Now parents, teachers, doctors, friends, family and beyond have access to their lessons learned and more! Thank you all!
      Priceless advice from multiple sources, reflecting an open and heartfelt community of trans allies. Touching, honest and all-encompassing.
      A personal, practical, and powerful book that gives parents the tools to support their transgender child.
      This book is a honest, heartfelt recollection of the triumphs, realities, and realizations of parents with gender-diverse children. It's required reading for any parent who wants their child to blossom into their fullest self.
      A compassionate, compelling resource that provides space for many voices and perspectives - though with a common theme running through - listen to your child and love them for who they are.
      This book asks direct and practical questions, and provides diverse and helpful answers, because every parent has a unique experience and a unique child.
      My Child Told Me They're Trans... What Do I Do? provides what every parent or caregiver of a trans/gender-expansive child dreams of-your very own trustworthy support team of parents and experienced professionals to answer every question you have had, have been too shy or afraid to ask, as well as those you didn't know you need to be asking. Social and medical transition, navigating tricky family dynamics, clearing up misunderstandings of what it means for your child to be trans-it's all here. Organized in Q&A interview fashion, you'll hear a variety of perspectives from parents who share with down-to-earth, heartfelt vulnerability, as well as gaining critical research-backed advice, evidence, and resources from subject matter experts. As this guide shines a much-needed light on how parents of trans children can be as supportive, loving, and informed as possible along what can be an incredibly overwhelming journey, the resounding message from those gathered together for this compilation is abundantly clear: "You are not alone. We've been through this. We are here to help."
      This book answers every single question a new parent has ever asked me - and it doesn't just give one answer, it gives many. In asking these questions not just of parents but of subject matter experts, and in presenting all their answers, any new parent picking up this book will be informed, will be reassured, and will have a wealth of experience and perspectives at their fingertips. 'My Child Told Me They're Trans' showcases that there's no one right way to be the parent of a trans or gender diverse child - it provides new parents with compassion, guidance, and love.
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    Accepting Gender An ACT Workbook for Trans and Non-Binary People
    9781839974328 Paperback SELF-HELP / Gender & Sexuality Publication Date:April 21, 2023
    $26.95 CAD Carton Quantity:1 Canadian Rights: Y Jessica Kingsley Publishers

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