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Ellie always had questions about who she was and how she fit in. As a girl, she wore black, obsessed over Willow in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and found dating boys much more confusing than many of her friends did. As she grew older, so did her fears and a deep sense of unbelonging. From her first communion to her first girlfriend via a swathe of self-denial, awkward encounters, and everyday courage, Ellie tells her story through gorgeous illustrations--a fresh and funny self-portrait of a young woman becoming herself. The Times I Knew I Was Gay reminds us that people sometimes come out not just once but again and again; that identity is not necessarily about falling in love with others, but about coming to terms with oneself. Full of vitality and humor, it will ring true for anyone who has taken the time to discover who they truly are.

Members of the LGBTQ community are under constant threat of physical violence and verbal harassment simply for wanting to be who they really are.

"This book explores the . . . possibilities for LGBTQ relationships that include friendships between people of all kinds, dating for sex, seeking a romantic relationship, falling in love, getting married, and having kids. It includes practical tips for LGBTQ teens to help them navigate the world of potential relationships, how to build up self-esteem, and how to deal with dysfunctional relationships that are toxic. [Includes] real-life examples of happy singles, LGBTQ couples, and LGBTQ families with children [that] were formed by fostering children, adoption, and surrogacy. One thing that binds them together, like all close families,is the love that the family members have for each other"--Back cover.

"Living as an LGBTQ individual can be complicated, especially at work. You have rights, but you are not always protected when it comes to the workplace. While same-sex couples can get married in all states, there are no federal laws that protect LGBTQ individuals from discrimination in the workplace. Coming out at work is a personal choice but one that can have serious consequences in the wrong environment. [This book] provides the tools and knowledge to make your own informed choices"--Provided by publisher.

"Desmond is Amazing is a drag-kid, model, fashion icon, and social justice activist. When he isn't slaying on the catwalk or performing drag, he's an outspoken anti-bullying and LGBTQ advocate. In this . . . picture book about being yourself, Desmond shows how he can be amazing thanks to courageous people like Marsha P. Johnson, Sylvia Rivera, and RuPaul who paved the way for a safer, more inclusive society for LGBTQ individuals. A kid-friendly primer to LGBTQ history that covers everything from the Stonewall Riots to RuPaul's Drag Race, Be Amazing shows young readers why we should celebrate the fight for LGBTQ rights"--OCLC.

"A guidebook for being an ally to the LGBTQ+ communities, including current information on identities, common bloopers to avoid, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"LGBTQ people have been the objects of intolerance, hatred, and discrimination for centuries. Although society has become more accepting of LGBTQ people in recent years, they still face bias in almost every aspect of their lives. [This book] examines what bias looks like, how widespread it is, how it affects real people, and efforts to address it"--Provided by publisher.

Takes a frank look at who LGBTQ individuals are and what they typically go through in order to fit in socially and try to be happy, safe, and successful in a largely straight world.

Shows the reader the great global diversity within what we call the LGBTQ community.

Explains terminology, the dichotomy of lives beyond gender, and experiences of genderqueer people. Details gender fluidity as a modern concept as well as in historical context.