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With considerations of historical, cultural, and developmental contexts; explorations of relationship diversity as it manifests in queerness, the ace and aro spectrum, non-monogamy and neurodivergence; and a look towards deeper, compassionate, interdependent ways to relate - this book will help people of all ages, backgrounds and identities explore their relational world.

In I Hardly Knew Me, Nia Chiaramonte offers a powerful, intimate account of gender transition—told not in hindsight but in real-life moments that became a path to survival. With humor and vulnerability, Nia brings us into the everyday world as a trans person: from the complicated grace of coming out to the people she loves most, to the flood of silence after posting her truth online while watching her children accept her regardless.

Read by the authors, Lotte Jeffs and Stu Oakley. What is a black cat lesbian? Is ‘aromantic’ a sexuality or a preference? How are bisexual and pansexual different? What’s it like to be queer and religious? Does Gen Z do darkrooms? How do you navigate life as a OAQ (Old Age Queer)? What...

You're a young man who feels love for other men? Do you long for valuable input to live your life the way you want to live it? Is your outing still imminent, and you wish for motivating thoughts that support you in this important project? Then, you've found the perfect audiobook! I wish you lots of fun listening to it and heartfelt success while implementing the ideas in my book. You're great the way you are.

Prayer aligns your heart, mind, and spirit with God. However, there are times when we struggle with prayer. Praying the Scriptures is a powerful and effective way to let God's Word shape your prayers. When we recite Scriptures, we are speaking God's truth over our lives. The Bible contains promises, wisdom, and declarations to guide our prayers. Including Scripture in your daily prayer routine will help you start the day off right.

Nate I never expected to find myself living in a small Nebraska ranching town, especially not while waiting for my rodeo brother to recover from a brutal ride. My unplanned stop leads me straight into the arms —and bed— of local celebrity Tennessee Reed. Now, I find myself questioning what thrills me more: the adrenaline of the rodeo or the electric connection with Tenn. But facing my reckless past isn't easy. I realize that relationships can inflict wounds deeper than any bull ride, and I can’t shake the feeling that I might be headed for heartbreak all over again. Tennessee, on the ...

'Extraordinary . . . a profound and beautiful book . . . a moving meditation on grief and loss, but also a sparky celebration of joy, wonder and the miracle of love . . . Witty, wise and beautifully written' – The Sunday Times Eighteen months before Kathryn Schulz’s beloved father died, she...

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. 

Madres del triángulo rosa es una mirada sincera hacia atrás, desde el momento en el que su hijo mayor, en su habitación de adolescente, le confesó que no le gustaban las mujeres. Ella, una mamá de esas que entrega todo por sus hijos, se dijo a sí misma que lo amaría por encima de todo...

When Love Checks In Innkeepers Georgie and G—affectionately known as The Georges—are enjoying life at their beloved Twice As Nice Inn and the chosen family they’ve built along the way. For them, everything feels just right. Jake, meanwhile, is living a nightmare he never imagined. Rejected by his parents for simply being himself, the teen is left homeless, frightened, and carrying burdens no kid should face. When the Georges receive an urgent call from Charlie, the director of the local LGBTQIA+ Center, their quiet routine is upended in ways they never expected. The Georges and Jake ...

When Maeve DuVally came out as a transgender woman while working as a corporate communications manager at Goldman Sachs, she knew she couldn't do it quietly. DuVally intimately documents her struggle to be herself in this environment, initially keeping her identity a secret with wardrobe changes in the lobby bathroom after work. Eventually she declares herself and, to her surprise, Goldman Sachs embraces the effort. Surgery follows. When DuVally finally takes those first steps on heels through the corridors of this institution on the way to her first meeting as a woman, the listener cheers.

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 ...

From the scene-stealing star of Pitch Perfect and Bridesmaids comes a refreshingly candid, hilarious and inspiring book about an unconventional journey to Hollywood success and self-celebration. For decades, Rebel Wilson single-mindedly focused on her career, forgoing relationships in favour of...

Pageboy is a groundbreaking coming-of-age memoir from the Academy Award-nominated actor Elliot Page. A generation-defining actor and one of the most famous trans advocates of our time, Elliot will now be known as an uncommon literary talent, as he shares never-before-heard details and intimate interrogations on gender, love, mental health, relationships, and Hollywood.

After her parents' divorce in 1974, Lisa Lucca's idyllic Midwestern childhood is shattered when she learns her father is gay. Sworn to secrecy, she begins carrying the emotions of her family like a cracked bucket, making a mess as she embarks on a life of rebellious choices. Decades later, faced with the aftermath of her father’s death, Lisa revisits the complicated relationship she had with him, delving deeper into the stories she’s held about love, sexuality, and the family she comes from with a shimmering clarity that arises from her grief.

Queerphobic and transphobic messaging can arrive from nearly any direction, and once queer and trans people are exposed to the fear, disgust and judgement people have for otherness, it can easily fester into internalized oppression. In a society that promotes the narrative of self-loathing queers, loving and accepting ourselves can be hard to imagine, let alone achieve.

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.

Transform your relationships with Harmony in the Heartbeat, the ultimate self-help guide to deep connection, emotional intelligence, and brave vulnerability. This relationship advice book combines science-backed insights, practical exercises, and inspiring stories to help you: Master Emotional Attunement: Hone your listening skills and empathy to build trust, reduce conflict, and foster authentic connection. Cultivate Bravery and Vulnerability: Discover how courageous communication and setting healthy boundaries create lasting intimacy. Infuse Joy and Playfulness: Learn simple mindfulness ...

Chloroform Wars — Runner-Up (Wild Card) at the Paris Book Festival. What if your pain was entertainment and your silence made you a star? In a crumbling America where televised obedience replaces free will, teens are forced into live “competitions” for survival and humiliation is the prize. Victory means staying visible. Losing means being exposed. And the whole nation is watching. Ryker Vale just wanted a paycheck. Rhea Schwartz wanted a voice. They didn’t expect to be matched against each other. Now, they’ll either take down the system or become part of the show. A chilling ...

In A Guide for How to Be LGBTQ+ Parents, parenting author Frank Dixon offers practical, supportive guidance for families navigating sexual orientation, gender identity, and the real-life situations that can come with feeling "different" at school, in friend groups, or at home. This audiobook helps you build a safer, more connected relationship with your child while reducing fear, confusion, and missteps.