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When divorce moves young R/B Mertz away from rural Pennsylvania and their abusive father, Mertz's life is torn in two. Mertz's mom and new stepdad dive headfirst into conservative Catholic homeschooling, entrenching themselves in a world dominated by saints, prayers, and having as many babies as possible, just as Mertz is starting to realize they might be queer. Trying to stave off the inevitable, Mertz later enrolls in a conservative Catholic college in Ohio.

When Christian singer and speaker Staci Frenes learned her teenage daughter was gay, she found her dreams for the future - along with her lifelong faith - collapsing around her. Coming to terms with a new reality was a challenge - and an invitation - to make room for many things along the way: the inevitability of uncertainty, hope in the midst of loss, awkward and tough conversations, an expanding faith, and a greater understanding of how people are more the same than different.

Marriage in the Bible: What Do the Texts Say? is an honest engagement with the relevant passages in the two primary Testaments of the Christian Bible. Rather than making the Bible confirm a specific stance on marriage, the author invites her readers to be honest about what these biblical stories, laws, commands, and sayings meant in their original contexts.

In this book, Kyle and Mike aim to break down the most prolific gay stereotypes in popular discourse - drawing on personal experience, up-to-date research, social history and maybe even Wikipedia to demonstrate first-hand how we're all a mixture of gay and straight stereotypes. So - whether you're gay or not - you're probably gayish...

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.

In the intricate landscape of foster care, LGBTQ+ youth navigate a unique and often challenging journey that demands our attention, understanding, and action. "LGBTQ+ Youth in Foster Care: Beyond the Rainbow" offers an essential, comprehensive guide for foster parents, social workers, educators, mental health professionals, and allies committed to supporting these resilient young people.

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...

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.

From one of the world's leading experts, an absorbing narrative history of the changing structure of modern families, showing how children can flourish in any kind of loving home.

When Jackson's son born through surrogacy came out to him at age 15, the successful producer, now in his 50s, was compelled to reflect on his experiences and share his wisdom on life for LGBTQ Americans over the past half-century. Gay Like Me is a celebration of gay identity and parenting, and a powerful warning for his son, other gay men, and the world. Jackson looks back at his own journey as a gay man coming of age through decades of political and cultural turmoil.

What happens when two women commit to serving the Catholic Church as nuns taking vows of chastity, but fall passionately in love? They defy the Church's rules against same-sex relationships and blaze a bold trail for a joyous life together at a time when LGBTQ people could be killed for being gay and same-sex marriage was decades in the future.

A practical and insightful consideration of what it means to be sexual as a trans, queer person.

'Crackles with female fire and fury' – The Guardian 'A bravura portrait of a marriage in meltdown' – The Observer 'Fast and furious' – The Sunday Times Wife, the gripping new novel from the prize-winning author of The Exhibitionist, is a nail-biting portrait of the beginning - and the end...

Love. Justice. A Landmark Court Battle. The Fair Way is the gripping true story of Birgit Koebke and Kendall French—two women who refused to be sidelined by discrimination. When their country club denied Kendall the same rights given to other spouses, they didn’t walk away quietly. They fought back. What began as a simple plea for fairness became a decade-long legal struggle that would reach the California Supreme Court and change civil rights law forever. More than a memoir, The Fair Way is a story of love, resilience, and the power of standing up—no matter the odds.

When David Martinez impulsively purchases forty-six acres in rural Maine during the pandemic, he has no idea what he's getting himself into. Armed with Pinterest boards and urban idealism, he sets out to build a more self-sufficient life. What follows is an education in both practical skills and human connection that shatters his assumptions, as a gay Bostonian, about rural communities, prepper culture, and his own capabilities. The book Martinez writes about his experience is part heartfelt memoir and step-by-step, how-to guide.

You see, achieving self-acceptance and inner peace doesn’t have to be an overwhelming struggle. Even if you’ve faced rejection or felt alone in your journey, the truth is, achieving a deep, authentic connection with yourself is much easier than you might think. Authored by Callie Parker, who has navigated these very challenges, this book offers you a step-by-step guide to understanding yourself deeply without conforming to societal norms.

This non-judgemental, accessible guide addresses common concerns, explains new terminology and walks you through key scenarios to help you best support your polyamorous loved one. Could my loved one's polyamory just be a phase? What does it mean for raising children? How should I navigate meeting multiple partners?

Are you dreaming of starting a family but feeling overwhelmed by the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ parents? Or perhaps you’re already a parent looking for guidance that truly understands your experiences. You’re not alone. Many LGBTQ+ individuals share these concerns, longing for resources that embrace and celebrate their identity as parents.

Are you in a mixed-orientation marriage where you or your partner identify as LGBTQ+? You’re not alone. Thousands of couples face similar challenges, and while it may feel overwhelming, there is a path to understanding, acceptance, and love. This guide offers practical tools and strategies for navigating the complexities of mixed-orientation marriage, whether you’re dealing with coming out, family dynamics, or legal and financial considerations.

Coming out is one of the most personal, powerful, and transformative journeys you may ever take. It’s a step toward living your truth, embracing your identity, and sharing it with the world—or perhaps just with those closest to you. This scripted journey is deeply individual, filled with moments of courage, vulnerability, and self-discovery.