Showing titles in LGBTQ+ Studies

The official companion book to the HBO series Gentleman Jack created by Sally Wainwright and starring Suranne Jones In 1834, Anne Lister made history by celebrating and recording the first ever known marriage to another woman. This is her remarkable, true story. Anne Lister was extraordinary...

The vibrant, funny, and heartwarming story of an outcast who becomes an odd man in If you have ever felt like a misfit in school or been paralyzed by your family’s imposing expectations, if you have ever obsessed about your appearance or panicked about choosing a career path, if you have ever...

Inspired by her transgender son, activist Jodie Patterson explores identity, gender, race, and authenticity to tell the real-life story of a family’s history and transformation. “A courageous and poetic testimony on family and the self, and the learning and unlearning we must do for those we...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER The inspiring true story of transgender actor and activist Nicole Maines, whose identical twin brother, Jonas, and ordinary American family join her on an extraordinary journey to understand, nurture, and celebrate the uniqueness in us all. Nicole appears as TV’s...

* A Finalist for the 2026 National Book Award in Nonfiction * “A singular and deeply moving book. Osmundson has birthed a profound meditation on family and food, longing and loss, hope and grief, humans and salmon. In his story, we find a multitude of beautiful, complicated ways of imagining...

Una invitación a reflexionar sobre las emociones que nos atraviesan, a sentir el vértigo de las contradicciones y, sobre todo, a imaginar que otro mundo no es imposible ¿Qué placer hay detrás de los discursos de odio? ¿Por qué seduce tanto la violencia? ¿Por qué lo políticamente...

Este libro explica la génesis de la teoría queer y su desarrollo, analizando y recopilando los diferentes discursos que se ven implicados en ella. Ofrece al lector de habla hispana unas claves de lectura para un nuevo concepto crítico nacido en el mundo anglosajón, poco conocido aún en...

Flamboyance ignites every aspect of our lives, from art and entertainment to ritual and protest. The word conjures exuberance and unashamed passion; in thought, expression and dress. Yet historically the term 'flamboyant' has been reserved for the over-the-top and the outré, invoked at times as a pejorative innuendo or worse.

Playwright and television writer Kermit Frazier grew up in southeast Washington, DC, during the Civil Rights era of the 1950s and 1960s. As a student at an all-Black elementary school, he was selected for a newly formed honors track at a predominantly white secondary school. Traveling a complex...

One spouse, two-point-four kids, a golden retriever and a white picket fence. That's the goal, right? For some people that sounds perfect. For others, the monogamous 'default' feels restrictive and uncomfortable, and a more flexible approach allows them to flourish. In this honest, open guide...

How can I enjoy my hot disabled body whilst dealing with internalised ableism? How can I best navigate my sex life with mobility issues or a carer? Why are queer spaces so inaccessible - and what can I do about it? Andrew Gurza is seriously hot. He's also seriously disabled. Having spent a...

Bloomsbury presents Future Indefinite, with the unfinished Past Conditional, by Noël Coward, read by Arty Froushan. The definitive account, in his own words, of one of the most popular figures in British theatre. The second and concluding volume of Noël Coward's legendary autobiography...

Real talk about transgender experiences from Gigi Gorgeous and Gottmik In this fabulous, fashion-forward guide, transgender icons Gigi Gorgeous and Gottmik discuss the ins and outs of being transgender with their honest, hilarious, and GORGEOUS tales of what it means to be true to oneself-and...

Discover the rich and complex history of LGBTQ+ people around the world - their struggles, triumphs, and cultural contributions. Exploring and explaining the most important ideas and events in LGBTQ+ history and culture, this book showcases the breadth of the LGBTQ+ experience. This diverse...

Uncover the inspiring LGBTQ+ history of fierce global protests that transformed hidden love into a civil rights triumph. Whether you are searching for community roots or seeking a deeply emotional political awakening on your daily commute, this urgent narrative delivers. Witness the profound...

Reclaim your identity from spiritual abuse and purity culture with a queer-affirming guide to healing religious trauma. If you grew up navigating conservative sermons and suffocating family expectations, the chronic psychological pressure you experienced was not a personal failure. This tender...

Uncover the hidden LGBTQ+ history of fluid desire and reclaim a powerful queer legacy systematically erased by time. For anyone seeking identity validation or a deeper connection to their roots, this chronological journey provides undeniable proof of existence. From ancient poets to modern...

Uncover the hidden LGBTQ+ history and powerful legacies of Black bisexual icons who shaped modern liberation movements. For anyone seeking identity and a deeper connection to their roots, this validating narrative restores the erased voices at the intersection of race and sexuality. It serves as...

Experience the heartbreaking narrative history of the 1980s HIV/AIDS crisis, where grassroots activism fought prejudice. Perfect for deep-dive learning, this poignant exploration captures the fear, quiet courage, and mutual aid of marginalized communities facing a mysterious catastrophe...

Release deep-seated shame and build authentic gay confidence with this trauma-aware guided hypnosis journey. Whether you are navigating coming out anxiety or overcoming past rejection, this soothing audio experience offers a profound emotional reset. Unhook from the exhausting cycle of...