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LGBTQIA+ Fiction - Trans Experience - Christchurch City Libraries

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Gender expansive fiction is all about stories that cover a range of gender, identity, and expression that challenges traditional cultural 'expectations' and ideas around gender. If you want to read about Gender Expansive characters within genres like personal journeys, fantasy, mystery, romance, or everyday life this is a great place to start. We use the hashtag #OwnVoices when the race/ethnicity, gender identity, and sexual orientation of the creator is the same as the main character.

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The Thirty Names of Night

The Thirty Names of Night

A Novel

by Joukhadar, Zeyn

Book - 2020

A beautifully written, haunting novel presented in epistolary format across two timelines; a young Syrian American trans boy troubled by his ornithologist...Show more A beautifully written, haunting novel presented in epistolary format across two timelines; a young Syrian American trans boy troubled by his ornithologist (bird expert) mother's earlier death; and Laila Z, a famous bird painter who mysteriously disappeared sixty years prior. As the story develops we discover how these two lives are ultimately connected. With a compelling mystery element, and depictions of the immigrant and trans experiences, The Thirty Names of Night is a fascinating story defined by its captivating characters and lyrical writing. #ownvoices Show less

A beautifully written, haunting novel presented in epistolary format across two timelines; a young Syrian American trans boy troubled by his ornithologist...Show more A beautifully written, haunting novel presented in epistolary format across two timelines; a young Syrian American trans boy troubled by his ornithologist (bird expert) mother's earlier death; and Laila Z, a famous bird painter who mysteriously disappeared sixty years prior. As the story develops we discover how these two lives are ultimately connected. With a compelling mystery element, and depictions of the immigrant and trans experiences, The Thirty Names of Night is a fascinating story defined by its captivating characters and lyrical writing. #ownvoices Show less

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The Sunlight Pilgrims

The Sunlight Pilgrims

by Fagan, Jenni

Book - 2016

Imagine you’re cold. Okay, now colder. Each day just gets colder and colder. This is the life of the sunlight pilgrims. A dystopian novel set in a freezin...Show more Imagine you’re cold. Okay, now colder. Each day just gets colder and colder. This is the life of the sunlight pilgrims. A dystopian novel set in a freezing Scottish trailerpark, The Sunlight Pilgrims follows three people doing their best to survive. As most of London migrates south for warmer climes, Dylan heads North to the freezing tundra of Scotland to sprinkle his mother’s ashes on the Scottish Isles where they once lived. Once there he meets Constance, a survivalist raising her young daughter Estella, who used to be her son. The arrival of this gigantic and heavily tattooed man in their lives is strange, but he is a gentle giant who brings a new light to their life. A story about family, how strong we can be, and how there is always hope; even when it is so bloody cold. Show less

Imagine you’re cold. Okay, now colder. Each day just gets colder and colder. This is the life of the sunlight pilgrims. A dystopian novel set in a freezin...Show more Imagine you’re cold. Okay, now colder. Each day just gets colder and colder. This is the life of the sunlight pilgrims. A dystopian novel set in a freezing Scottish trailerpark, The Sunlight Pilgrims follows three people doing their best to survive. As most of London migrates south for warmer climes, Dylan heads North to the freezing tundra of Scotland to sprinkle his mother’s ashes on the Scottish Isles where they once lived. Once there he meets Constance, a survivalist raising her young daughter Estella, who used to be her son. The arrival of this gigantic and heavily tattooed man in their lives is strange, but he is a gentle giant who brings a new light to their life. A story about family, how strong we can be, and how there is always hope; even when it is so bloody cold. Show less

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The Gods of Tango

The Gods of Tango

by Robertis, Carolina de

Book - 2015

A beautiful and lusciously written work of Latin American fiction which touches on issues of gender identity and sexuality against the backdrop of 20th Ce...Show more A beautiful and lusciously written work of Latin American fiction which touches on issues of gender identity and sexuality against the backdrop of 20th Century Argentina during its immigration boom. A young woman arrives in Argentina to be with her new husband, only to find that he has been killed. She remains, and finds herself drawn into an alluring but illicit society filled with music, immigrants, brothels and cabarets. Spurred by her desire to play the violin, she joins a troupe, changes her appearance, and becomes Dante, knowing that women are forbidden from playing the violin in public. Little does Dante realise that by taking on this new identity, long suppressed and life-changing feelings will be unearthed. Show less

A beautiful and lusciously written work of Latin American fiction which touches on issues of gender identity and sexuality against the backdrop of 20th Ce...Show more A beautiful and lusciously written work of Latin American fiction which touches on issues of gender identity and sexuality against the backdrop of 20th Century Argentina during its immigration boom. A young woman arrives in Argentina to be with her new husband, only to find that he has been killed. She remains, and finds herself drawn into an alluring but illicit society filled with music, immigrants, brothels and cabarets. Spurred by her desire to play the violin, she joins a troupe, changes her appearance, and becomes Dante, knowing that women are forbidden from playing the violin in public. Little does Dante realise that by taking on this new identity, long suppressed and life-changing feelings will be unearthed. Show less

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The Life and Death of Sophie Stark

The Life and Death of Sophie Stark

by North, Anna

Book - 2015

Sophie’s tale is told posthumously by the six people who knew her best: her lover; her brother; her husband; her college crush; her colleague; and the jou...Show more Sophie’s tale is told posthumously by the six people who knew her best: her lover; her brother; her husband; her college crush; her colleague; and the journalist who tracked her film-making career from its artless beginning to its sad and shocking end. Narrated by these six characters, we are given different views and snapshot’s of who this woman really was, and garner the sense that she was different things to different people. An interesting experiment in showing how differently people can see the same person. Show less

Sophie’s tale is told posthumously by the six people who knew her best: her lover; her brother; her husband; her college crush; her colleague; and the jou...Show more Sophie’s tale is told posthumously by the six people who knew her best: her lover; her brother; her husband; her college crush; her colleague; and the journalist who tracked her film-making career from its artless beginning to its sad and shocking end. Narrated by these six characters, we are given different views and snapshot’s of who this woman really was, and garner the sense that she was different things to different people. An interesting experiment in showing how differently people can see the same person. Show less

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Confessions of the Fox

Confessions of the Fox

by Rosenberg, Jordy

Book - 2018

A uniquely reimagined and retold story of Brechet's Threepenny Opera. This tale takes us on a journey of love, gender, and freedom. We follow main charact...Show more A uniquely reimagined and retold story of Brechet's Threepenny Opera. This tale takes us on a journey of love, gender, and freedom. We follow main character Jack, formerly an orphaned female named P, but who is now struggling with the desire to live his life as Jack. Jack meets other like minded people on their own personal journeys to freedom and soon falls in love; maybe there is an alternate future awaiting him? Jack is based on a real historic figure- Jack Sheppard- a thief and a jail-breaker during 18th century London. A unique and interesting read! #ownvoices Show less

A uniquely reimagined and retold story of Brechet's Threepenny Opera. This tale takes us on a journey of love, gender, and freedom. We follow main charact...Show more A uniquely reimagined and retold story of Brechet's Threepenny Opera. This tale takes us on a journey of love, gender, and freedom. We follow main character Jack, formerly an orphaned female named P, but who is now struggling with the desire to live his life as Jack. Jack meets other like minded people on their own personal journeys to freedom and soon falls in love; maybe there is an alternate future awaiting him? Jack is based on a real historic figure- Jack Sheppard- a thief and a jail-breaker during 18th century London. A unique and interesting read! #ownvoices Show less

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The Right Thing to Do at the Time

The Right Thing to Do at the Time

by Zeller, Dov

Book - 2018

A Pride and Prejudice inspired story about a young Jewish trans man living in New York and learning to step outside his comfort zone. Think Romantic comed...Show more A Pride and Prejudice inspired story about a young Jewish trans man living in New York and learning to step outside his comfort zone. Think Romantic comedy but with cynicism and jewish culture; and wonderfully sweet, flawed, and funny characters. If you like character-focused stories about friendship and romance, you should enjoy this light and romantic read. #ownvoices Show less

A Pride and Prejudice inspired story about a young Jewish trans man living in New York and learning to step outside his comfort zone. Think Romantic comed...Show more A Pride and Prejudice inspired story about a young Jewish trans man living in New York and learning to step outside his comfort zone. Think Romantic comedy but with cynicism and jewish culture; and wonderfully sweet, flawed, and funny characters. If you like character-focused stories about friendship and romance, you should enjoy this light and romantic read. #ownvoices Show less

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Never Anyone but You

Never Anyone but You

by Thomson, Rupert, 1955-

Book - 2018

Never Anyone But You is based on a true story about a pair of French artists and lovers; two women named Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore. During their long ...Show more Never Anyone But You is based on a true story about a pair of French artists and lovers; two women named Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore. During their long life together we follow them from the Avant Garde and rise of Dada in early 1910s Paris, the passionate couple becoming friends with people such as Dali and Robert Desnos, into the 1940s with the Nazi occupation of the Channel Islands. There's eros, memory, and haunting suspense. “An Eden with two Eves, no Adam.'' Show less

Never Anyone But You is based on a true story about a pair of French artists and lovers; two women named Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore. During their long ...Show more Never Anyone But You is based on a true story about a pair of French artists and lovers; two women named Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore. During their long life together we follow them from the Avant Garde and rise of Dada in early 1910s Paris, the passionate couple becoming friends with people such as Dali and Robert Desnos, into the 1940s with the Nazi occupation of the Channel Islands. There's eros, memory, and haunting suspense. “An Eden with two Eves, no Adam.'' Show less

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Peter Darling

Peter Darling

by Chant, Austin

eBook - 2017

A heartwarming Peter Pan retelling which reads like a sequel; everyone has grown up and they've all returned to Neverland. But things are this time around...Show more A heartwarming Peter Pan retelling which reads like a sequel; everyone has grown up and they've all returned to Neverland. But things are this time around. Peter is a trans man, the stakes are deadlier than ever, and Peter and Hook have an odd attraction - is it a love/hate situation? Is all the fighting just for thrills? Will this turn into a strange romance? A gripping tale in its own right with action, adventure, and romance. #ownvoices Show less

A heartwarming Peter Pan retelling which reads like a sequel; everyone has grown up and they've all returned to Neverland. But things are this time around...Show more A heartwarming Peter Pan retelling which reads like a sequel; everyone has grown up and they've all returned to Neverland. But things are this time around. Peter is a trans man, the stakes are deadlier than ever, and Peter and Hook have an odd attraction - is it a love/hate situation? Is all the fighting just for thrills? Will this turn into a strange romance? A gripping tale in its own right with action, adventure, and romance. #ownvoices Show less

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Big Kids

Big Kids

by DeForge, Michael, 1987-

Book - 2016

This story follows a teenage boy through his life and the changes he experiences. It touches on sexuality, identity, violence, family, drug use, bullying ...Show more This story follows a teenage boy through his life and the changes he experiences. It touches on sexuality, identity, violence, family, drug use, bullying and dealing with ones emotions. The art is particularly unique invoking feelings of sadness and beauty, If you are familiar with Deforge's work you know this will be a quirky read. If you love this one then we recommend reading his other works Dressing and Very Casual. Show less

This story follows a teenage boy through his life and the changes he experiences. It touches on sexuality, identity, violence, family, drug use, bullying ...Show more This story follows a teenage boy through his life and the changes he experiences. It touches on sexuality, identity, violence, family, drug use, bullying and dealing with ones emotions. The art is particularly unique invoking feelings of sadness and beauty, If you are familiar with Deforge's work you know this will be a quirky read. If you love this one then we recommend reading his other works Dressing and Very Casual. Show less

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Little Fish

Little Fish

by Plett, Casey

Book - 2018

Wendy Reimer is a thirty year old trans woman living in Winnipeg with a group of other trans women and a Mennonite family. One day she comes across eviden...Show more Wendy Reimer is a thirty year old trans woman living in Winnipeg with a group of other trans women and a Mennonite family. One day she comes across evidence that her grandfather - a devout Mennonite farmer, may have been transgender too. Wendy struggles to process this revelation as she and the small community she lives with battle the challenges of their increasingly volatile lives--from alcoholism, to sex work, and suicide-- (trigger warning). Wendy is drawn to the lost pieces of her grandfather's life, and becomes determined to unravel the truth behind the person he was. This book is both warm-hearted and dark-spirited, desperate and euphoric. #ownvoices Show less

Wendy Reimer is a thirty year old trans woman living in Winnipeg with a group of other trans women and a Mennonite family. One day she comes across eviden...Show more Wendy Reimer is a thirty year old trans woman living in Winnipeg with a group of other trans women and a Mennonite family. One day she comes across evidence that her grandfather - a devout Mennonite farmer, may have been transgender too. Wendy struggles to process this revelation as she and the small community she lives with battle the challenges of their increasingly volatile lives--from alcoholism, to sex work, and suicide-- (trigger warning). Wendy is drawn to the lost pieces of her grandfather's life, and becomes determined to unravel the truth behind the person he was. This book is both warm-hearted and dark-spirited, desperate and euphoric. #ownvoices Show less

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The Left Hand of Darkness

The Left Hand of Darkness

by Le Guin, Ursula K., 1929-2018

Book - 2018

On the snowbound planet of Gethen, gender is not fixed. The beings that live there choose and change their gender, and go into heat once a month. This nov...Show more On the snowbound planet of Gethen, gender is not fixed. The beings that live there choose and change their gender, and go into heat once a month. This novel tells the story of a lone human emissary to Gethen; his goal is to facilitate Gethens inclusion in a growing intergalactic civilization. For this to happen, he must change his way of thinking. “I'll make my report as if I told a story, for I was taught as a child on my home world that Truth is a matter of the imagination.” This 1970 Hugo Award winning novel explores life without the dualism of male and female binaries. Two aliens find love while isolated on the coldest, darkest place in this infinite solar system. An important read from an important author. Show less

On the snowbound planet of Gethen, gender is not fixed. The beings that live there choose and change their gender, and go into heat once a month. This nov...Show more On the snowbound planet of Gethen, gender is not fixed. The beings that live there choose and change their gender, and go into heat once a month. This novel tells the story of a lone human emissary to Gethen; his goal is to facilitate Gethens inclusion in a growing intergalactic civilization. For this to happen, he must change his way of thinking. “I'll make my report as if I told a story, for I was taught as a child on my home world that Truth is a matter of the imagination.” This 1970 Hugo Award winning novel explores life without the dualism of male and female binaries. Two aliens find love while isolated on the coldest, darkest place in this infinite solar system. An important read from an important author. Show less

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Orlando

Orlando

A Biography

by Woolf, Virginia, 1882-1941

Book - 1928

The longest and most charming love letter in literature, Orlando playfully constructs Woolf's close friend and lover, Vita Sackville-West. Spanning over t...Show more The longest and most charming love letter in literature, Orlando playfully constructs Woolf's close friend and lover, Vita Sackville-West. Spanning over three centuries, the main character Orlando presents as an un-aging hero who changes sexual orientation and gender, indulging in a myriad of lovers and lives. Woolf offers up an intriguing potential society, where masculine and feminine traits are performances rather than assigned, where sex is enjoyable, and curiosity is welcome. This book re-invents itself and becomes more relevant at every decade, even at ninety years old. Show less

The longest and most charming love letter in literature, Orlando playfully constructs Woolf's close friend and lover, Vita Sackville-West. Spanning over t...Show more The longest and most charming love letter in literature, Orlando playfully constructs Woolf's close friend and lover, Vita Sackville-West. Spanning over three centuries, the main character Orlando presents as an un-aging hero who changes sexual orientation and gender, indulging in a myriad of lovers and lives. Woolf offers up an intriguing potential society, where masculine and feminine traits are performances rather than assigned, where sex is enjoyable, and curiosity is welcome. This book re-invents itself and becomes more relevant at every decade, even at ninety years old. Show less

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Weekend

Weekend

A Novel

by Hamilton, Jane Eaton, 1954-

eBook - 2016

A contemporary exploration of gender, sexuality, and relationships. Weekend follows two couples as they spend a weekend island getaway in side-by-side cab...Show more A contemporary exploration of gender, sexuality, and relationships. Weekend follows two couples as they spend a weekend island getaway in side-by-side cabins; Elliot and their wife Joe, and Logan who brings their lover Ajax to the island for Ajax's birthday. Switching between Ajax and Joe's points of view, this book skilfully navigates the politics of relationships when gender, class, age and health come into play. Tender, sexy (kinky), funny and sad, eventually both couples come to realise that being seen, trusted and loved is what everyone needs, no matter their situation. Show less

A contemporary exploration of gender, sexuality, and relationships. Weekend follows two couples as they spend a weekend island getaway in side-by-side cab...Show more A contemporary exploration of gender, sexuality, and relationships. Weekend follows two couples as they spend a weekend island getaway in side-by-side cabins; Elliot and their wife Joe, and Logan who brings their lover Ajax to the island for Ajax's birthday. Switching between Ajax and Joe's points of view, this book skilfully navigates the politics of relationships when gender, class, age and health come into play. Tender, sexy (kinky), funny and sad, eventually both couples come to realise that being seen, trusted and loved is what everyone needs, no matter their situation. Show less

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The Secret Life of Luke Livingstone

The Secret Life of Luke Livingstone

by Norman, Charity

Book - 2015

Luke is living the perfect nuclear family life. Beautiful wife, successful kids, a career and a cottage in countryside. But sadly, Luke has been strugglin...Show more Luke is living the perfect nuclear family life. Beautiful wife, successful kids, a career and a cottage in countryside. But sadly, Luke has been struggling with a secret for some time. This book follows the family as they navigate through a coming out and a coming together experience. It is compassionate, real, and handles complex issues around gender identity with intelligence and empathy. The secret life of Luke Livingstone follows the emotional impact of becoming the person you want to be in older age. Show less

Luke is living the perfect nuclear family life. Beautiful wife, successful kids, a career and a cottage in countryside. But sadly, Luke has been strugglin...Show more Luke is living the perfect nuclear family life. Beautiful wife, successful kids, a career and a cottage in countryside. But sadly, Luke has been struggling with a secret for some time. This book follows the family as they navigate through a coming out and a coming together experience. It is compassionate, real, and handles complex issues around gender identity with intelligence and empathy. The secret life of Luke Livingstone follows the emotional impact of becoming the person you want to be in older age. Show less

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Long Black Veil

Long Black Veil

A Novel

by Boylan, Jennifer Finney, 1958-

Book - 2017

A compelling character study and portrait of a trans woman whose past comes back to haunt her. Twenty years ago Judith Carrigan's friend disappeared, and ...Show more A compelling character study and portrait of a trans woman whose past comes back to haunt her. Twenty years ago Judith Carrigan's friend disappeared, and a body has only just now been discovered. Police are on the case, and Judith can shed some light on what happened on that fateful night of the disappearance; but doing so will dredge up secrets from years long past which could threaten her life and family. What will Judith do? If you like atmospheric, slow building stories with excellent character development, this is the book for you! #ownvoices Show less

A compelling character study and portrait of a trans woman whose past comes back to haunt her. Twenty years ago Judith Carrigan's friend disappeared, and ...Show more A compelling character study and portrait of a trans woman whose past comes back to haunt her. Twenty years ago Judith Carrigan's friend disappeared, and a body has only just now been discovered. Police are on the case, and Judith can shed some light on what happened on that fateful night of the disappearance; but doing so will dredge up secrets from years long past which could threaten her life and family. What will Judith do? If you like atmospheric, slow building stories with excellent character development, this is the book for you! #ownvoices Show less

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Meanwhile, Elsewhere

Meanwhile, Elsewhere

Science Fiction and Fantasy From Transgender Writers

Book - 2017

A collection of fantasy and science fiction short stories by twenty-five transgender writers. From aliens to body-swaps, apocalypse to a strange but amus...Show more A collection of fantasy and science fiction short stories by twenty-five transgender writers. From aliens to body-swaps, apocalypse to a strange but amusing God/Satan love story, this compelling collection includes many different fresh perspectives. The oftentimes quite violent stories link back to gender identity in unique and creative ways. #ownvoices. Show less

A collection of fantasy and science fiction short stories by twenty-five transgender writers. From aliens to body-swaps, apocalypse to a strange but amus...Show more A collection of fantasy and science fiction short stories by twenty-five transgender writers. From aliens to body-swaps, apocalypse to a strange but amusing God/Satan love story, this compelling collection includes many different fresh perspectives. The oftentimes quite violent stories link back to gender identity in unique and creative ways. #ownvoices. Show less

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Girl, Woman, Other

Girl, Woman, Other

by Evaristo, Bernardine, 1959-

Book - 2019

Co-winner of the Man Booker Prize 2019. This contemporary novel follows twelve interconnected (but very different) characters across time as they deal wit...Show more Co-winner of the Man Booker Prize 2019. This contemporary novel follows twelve interconnected (but very different) characters across time as they deal with everything from family, friendships, and relationships, to social and racial issues. With vibrant characterization, a strong focus on the experiences of black and non-binary women living in Britain, and poetical and uniquely structured writing, this is a diverse and timely novel for fans of contemporary fiction. Show less

Co-winner of the Man Booker Prize 2019. This contemporary novel follows twelve interconnected (but very different) characters across time as they deal wit...Show more Co-winner of the Man Booker Prize 2019. This contemporary novel follows twelve interconnected (but very different) characters across time as they deal with everything from family, friendships, and relationships, to social and racial issues. With vibrant characterization, a strong focus on the experiences of black and non-binary women living in Britain, and poetical and uniquely structured writing, this is a diverse and timely novel for fans of contemporary fiction. Show less

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Paul Takes the Form of A Mortal Girl

Paul Takes the Form of A Mortal Girl

by Lawlor, Andrea

Book - 2019

Paul Polydoris has a secret. He is a shapeshifter; sometimes Polly, sometimes Paul. This book immerses you in the queer university scene, with dyke best f...Show more Paul Polydoris has a secret. He is a shapeshifter; sometimes Polly, sometimes Paul. This book immerses you in the queer university scene, with dyke best friends, zine clubs, dating life and drama. Paul moves through bodies and has multiple experiences in leather clubs, tradesmen and friends. Read this if you like emotionally immersive stories filled with crazy, funny contemporary/fantasy adventures. #ownvoices Show less

Paul Polydoris has a secret. He is a shapeshifter; sometimes Polly, sometimes Paul. This book immerses you in the queer university scene, with dyke best f...Show more Paul Polydoris has a secret. He is a shapeshifter; sometimes Polly, sometimes Paul. This book immerses you in the queer university scene, with dyke best friends, zine clubs, dating life and drama. Paul moves through bodies and has multiple experiences in leather clubs, tradesmen and friends. Read this if you like emotionally immersive stories filled with crazy, funny contemporary/fantasy adventures. #ownvoices Show less

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Pew

Pew

by Lacey, Catherine, 1985-

Book - 2020

With its creeping sense of dread and exquisite prose, Pew is the perfect example of an eerie, contemporary fable which looks at gender, religion, forgiven...Show more With its creeping sense of dread and exquisite prose, Pew is the perfect example of an eerie, contemporary fable which looks at gender, religion, forgiveness, and the flawed tendency of society to put people into boxes. When a person turns up one day at the local church of a small American town in the deep south, the community does not know what to make of them. They call them Pew. Genderless, raceless, and mute, this character has a strange effect on the townsfolk; in Pew's presence they feel compelled to spill their deep dark secrets. But soon, their hospitality soon turns to suspicion and distrust. Show less

With its creeping sense of dread and exquisite prose, Pew is the perfect example of an eerie, contemporary fable which looks at gender, religion, forgiven...Show more With its creeping sense of dread and exquisite prose, Pew is the perfect example of an eerie, contemporary fable which looks at gender, religion, forgiveness, and the flawed tendency of society to put people into boxes. When a person turns up one day at the local church of a small American town in the deep south, the community does not know what to make of them. They call them Pew. Genderless, raceless, and mute, this character has a strange effect on the townsfolk; in Pew's presence they feel compelled to spill their deep dark secrets. But soon, their hospitality soon turns to suspicion and distrust. Show less

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Nevada

Nevada

by Binnie, Imogen

Book - 2013

Laced with dark humour, Nevada follows a young trans woman living in New York who thinks she has it together. Except that life has other ideas. With a sty...Show more Laced with dark humour, Nevada follows a young trans woman living in New York who thinks she has it together. Except that life has other ideas. With a style of narration which shifts to reflect the character of focus, great attention is paid to characterisation and the writing style is very stream-of-consciousness. A realistic portrayal of the contemporary trans experience with lots of sex, drugs, and swearing! #ownvoices Show less

Laced with dark humour, Nevada follows a young trans woman living in New York who thinks she has it together. Except that life has other ideas. With a sty...Show more Laced with dark humour, Nevada follows a young trans woman living in New York who thinks she has it together. Except that life has other ideas. With a style of narration which shifts to reflect the character of focus, great attention is paid to characterisation and the writing style is very stream-of-consciousness. A realistic portrayal of the contemporary trans experience with lots of sex, drugs, and swearing! #ownvoices Show less

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Annabel

Annabel

by Winter, Kathleen

Book - 2011

A captivating character study following an intersex child born and raised in rural Newfoundland. Wayne is designated and raised by his parents as a boy; b...Show more A captivating character study following an intersex child born and raised in rural Newfoundland. Wayne is designated and raised by his parents as a boy; but as he grows up, he is eventually forced to confront his inherent femininity. Wayne eventually escapes the small town of his youth, and finds a whole new world is opened to him, with the opportunity to discover, and carve out, a new identity. A poetic literary novel which vividly portrays a family in crisis, and the unique experience of navigating life as an intersex person. Show less

A captivating character study following an intersex child born and raised in rural Newfoundland. Wayne is designated and raised by his parents as a boy; b...Show more A captivating character study following an intersex child born and raised in rural Newfoundland. Wayne is designated and raised by his parents as a boy; but as he grows up, he is eventually forced to confront his inherent femininity. Wayne eventually escapes the small town of his youth, and finds a whole new world is opened to him, with the opportunity to discover, and carve out, a new identity. A poetic literary novel which vividly portrays a family in crisis, and the unique experience of navigating life as an intersex person. Show less

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