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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 raise and teach kids in a queer and gender-affirming way, but might not know how.

My best friend. My secret love. Completely untouchable… until one reckless night. For years, I’ve had one focus: becoming CEO. The finish line is in sight, and nothing will derail me—except her. She’s been my best friend since college, the one person who knows me better than anyone else. Brilliant, captivating, completely off-limits. And the one I’ve secretly wanted for as long as I can remember. I’ve kept my feelings locked away, convinced they could ruin everything. Until one night changes everything. What starts as a celebration turns into something electric—one kiss, one ...

In the realm of romantic relationships, trust forms the foundation upon which love, companionship, and shared dreams are built. But what happens when that foundation begins to crack? When doubts and suspicions creep in, threatening to shatter the very bond you hold dear? Welcome to "Unveiling Deception: A Guide to Recognizing Infidelity." In this book, we embark on a journey to navigate the complex and delicate terrain of infidelity, specifically focusing on how to recognize if your partner is cheating on you. While it's not an easy subject to broach, arming yourself with knowledge and ...

Trystan and Biff had been dating for just a year when the couple learned that Biff's niece and nephew were about to be removed from their home by Child Protective Services. Immediately, Trystan and Biff took in one-year-old Hailey and three-year-old Lucas, becoming caregivers overnight to two tiny survivors of abuse and neglect. From this unexpected start, the young couple built a loving marriage and happy home - learning to parent on the job.

Same-sex couples (gay dads, lesbian moms, or other queer couples) are faced with many different options when choosing to have a family that includes beautiful children. In Journey to Parenthood, author, activist, and father Eric Rosswood guides and helps prospective LGBTQIA parents explore adoption, foster care, assisted reproduction, surrogacy, and coparenting. Each section includes a description of a specific family-building approach, followed by personal stories from same-sex couples and individuals who have chosen that particular path.

Historically, sexual minorities are the first targets of authoritarian movements. Prof. Ruth Ben-Ghiat of New York University has documented that you can draw a through line of attacks on gay people by dictators from Mussolini right to the present. Ironically it is this degradation that causes stress and trauma in the lives of the LGBTQ community. Professor Eric Kandel of Columbia University has stated that "Brain science can be a liberating influence in our lives. As we understand the biology of our own gender identity and sexual orientation better and become more comfortable with ...

Linda Gromko, MD, is a board-certified family physician who has worked with the transgender community for more than 20 years. She explains the basics of gender identity, sexual orientation, puberty, puberty blockers, hormone treatments, and gender-affirming surgeries. She shares years of her patients' wisdom and practical information on getting through every day in the best way possible - from coming out to parents, to school issues, to coping with depression, to love and sex.

Alison Wearing led a largely carefree childhood until she learned, at age 12, that her family was a little more complex than she had realized. Sure her father had always been unusual compared to the other dads in the neighborhood: he loved to bake croissants, wear silk pajamas around the house, and skip down the street singing songs from Gilbert and Sullivan operettas. But when he came out of the closet in the 1970s, when homosexuality was still a cardinal taboo, it was a shock to everyone in the quiet community of Peterborough, Ontario - especially to his wife and three children.

Picking up where he left off at the end of his widely praised debut memoir, One of These Things First, Gaines recounts his hilarious, sometimes poignant attempt to forge a writing career and a successful love life in the gay world of the 1970s. He has limited success until he falls in love with an older woman dying of cancer.

Ready to discover the father you're meant to be? This audiobook unveils the essential insights for the modern dad, guiding you to be the hero your child looks up to. Embrace the journey of fatherhood with the wisdom and tools to navigate its challenges and joys. Many new dads feel they're stepping into the unknown. This guide is your compass, offering not just practical advice but the deeper understanding necessary to thrive in this role.

Hi, I’m Jenn! I am not your typical trans woman, or at least the ones that you usually hear about. I grew up in a Christian home and became a Christian myself, and I clung to my faith when I embraced my identity. I experienced tremendous support that—unfortunately—many in my LGBTQIA+ community do not experience. (And just in case you're wondering: No, this is not a Christian book, but I do my best to keep it fairly PG, so parents and kids can listen together.)

"Award Winning Finalist in the LGBTQ: Non-Fiction category of the 2018 International Book Awards" “Don’t Let it Show” by Randy S. Boucher I am not a writer, nor do I pretend to be one. This is my life story, I strive to keep it as truthful as possible recalling incidents as they accrued. There may be some miss spelled words, improper use of grammar, and some obscene language in this book. I wanted this book to convey the way in which I talk and my feelings. This is my story. It’s of a boy with a very troubled upbringing craving to find out who is in in this world. This journey ...

A moving, inspiring and thought-provoking collection of 50 coming-out stories from around the world. From the good, the sad, the surprising and the funny, no two stories are the same, yet all are by people who share the courage to be vulnerable, take huge risks to find love and acceptance and are brave enough to be their authentic selves. Whether you have any experience of coming out or not, these stories are incredibly powerful and moving.

Told from the very personal perspective of a loving mother torn between social constructs and her son’s gender nonconforming behavior, Mommy, I’m a Girl! Takes listeners inside the mind of a parent coming to terms with raising a transgender child. In following her child’s lead, Kuxhausen found acceptance. This is the story of how her daughter’s life changed her own, and she hopes it brings clarity to others.

The goal of Trans-Parent Love is to help promote conversations that get people talking about the questions, concerns, and commonalities we have with each other while navigating change. In our current culture, our children are leading a revolution of honesty, bravery, and transparency that is both beautiful and baffling for parents and family members. When a person identifies as transgender, they have had this internal conversation for quite some time. Like any change in plans, it can provoke anger, denial, bargaining, depression, and ultimately acceptance and PRIDE.

Discover the Secrets to a Resilient and Fulfilling Remarriage: Your Essential Guide to Navigating the Complexities and Building a Lifelong Partnership! Are you ready to embark on a new chapter in your life, but feeling overwhelmed by the unique challenges of remarriage? This insightful roadmap will guide you and your partner through open discussions, asking the right questions, and laying the foundation for a loving and lasting relationship. 📖 Inside, You'll Explore: ✅ Emotional Readiness - Dive deep into your feelings, fears, and aspirations to ensure you and your partner are prepared...

Your first long-term relationship deserves a strong, loving foundation. This book will guide you through 25 essential questions to deepen intimacy, strengthen trust, and build a lasting partnership. 📖 Inside, You’ll Discover: ✅ Emotional Readiness – Explore feelings, vulnerabilities, and aspirations to build a strong emotional bond. ✅ Healthy Communication – Learn effective conflict resolution and relationship dynamics to create a thriving partnership. ✅ Health & Well-Being – Discuss medical histories, health goals, and how to support each other long-term. ✅ Financial ...

Sean Szeps had wanted to be a mum since the age of four when he fell in love with Mrs Potts, the motherly teapot in Beauty and the Beast. But there was just one problem – he was not, in fact, a woman. But when he was swept off his feet by a handsome Australian man in New York City, Szeps's dreams of marriage and parenthood seemed – for the very first time – within reach. There were just a few little things still standing in his way – outdated marriage laws, hundreds of thousands of dollars, and a healthy dose of internalised homophobia.

She’s my daughter’s best friend. Half my age. Completely off-limits. I came back to Pine Falls to pack up my parents’ house and mend the fragile bond with my estranged daughter, Maggie. Facing her—and her father, the town’s overbearing sheriff—is hard enough. But then there’s Nora Martinez. Maggie’s best friend. The girl who used to hang around my kitchen table… now a stunning, confident woman who takes my breath away. What starts as a stolen glance becomes something I can’t control—a connection I’m powerless to resist. Every moment with Nora feels electric, ...

My child is transgender. He was once a she. When He Was Anna: A Mom's Journey into the Transgender World is a mother's brutally honest story of the stress and confusion that consumed her family in the early years of her child's transition from female to male. When He Was Anna: A Mom's Journey into the Transgender World was written with the goal of helping all parents (not only those with transgender children) see that they aren't alone as they struggle to navigate the parenting journey and recover from mistakes made along the way.