Amazingly Good GLBT Non-Fiction Titles

Discover a curated list of amazingly good GLBT non-fiction books. Explore inspiring, educational, and thought-provoking titles that celebrate LGBTQ+ voices and stories.

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How Sex Changed

by Joanne Meyerowitz

In this fascinating social, cultural, and medical history of transsexuality in the United States, Meyerowitz tells a powerful human story about people who had a …
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Black Like Us

by Devon W. Carbado

Chronicles one hundred years of African-American homosexual literature, from the turn-of-the-century writings of Alice Dunbar Nelson, to the Harlem Renaissance of Langston Hughes, to the …
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Surpassing the Love of Men

by Lillian Faderman

A social history of love relationships and passionate friendships between women also chronicles changing male attitudes toward lesbianism.
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Becoming Visible

by Kevin Jennings

A Reader in Gay and Lesbian History for High School and College Students A sweeping introduction to gay history for casual readers as well as …
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Out & about Campus

by Kim Howard

Personal Accounts by Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender College Students This inspiring collection of first-person accounts on coming out, being out, and staying out presents …
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The Bent Lens

by Lisa Daniel

"The Bent Lens is a must for all film and video aficionados, and those working in the film industry and film education fields."--BOOK JACKET.
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The Essential Guide to Lesbian Conception, Pregnancy, and Birth

by Kim Toevs

An indispensable book for the growing number of lesbians planning to start a family, this new step-by-step guide covers the physical and emotional aspects from …
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The Gay & Lesbian Literary Companion

by Sharon Malinowski

Includes material on 45 writers, including biographies, critical essays, and literary selections.
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Lesbian Travels

by Lucy Jane Bledsoe

Lesbian writers reveal stories of their travels in these 20 literary pieces set round the world, including West Africa, Katmandu, Russia, Israel, Chile, and other …
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The Actor's Book of Gay and Lesbian Plays

by Eric Lane

This exciting collection of contemporary plays explores a wide range of concerns facing gay men and lesbians. Presenting 17 one-act and full-length works by a …
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Beyond Acceptance

by Carolyn Welch Griffin

"Mom, Dad, I'm gay." When a parent hears these words, the initial shock is often followed by feelings ranging from anger and denial to fear …
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Together Forever

by Eric Marcus

Interviews with married gay and lesbian couples focus on the issues of commitment, sex, money, family, children, crisis, and being "out" in the world.
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Courting Justice

by Joyce Murdoch

Former Washington Post editor Joyce Murdoch and her partner, lesbian columnist Deb Price, reveal how the nation's highest court has reacted to cases of discrimination …
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From Wedded Wife to Lesbian Life

by Deborah Abbott

FROM WEDDED WIFE TO LESBIAN LIFE presents personal stories of discovery and change by women who got married, defied tradition, and came out as lesbians. …
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When the Drama Club is Not Enough

by Jeff Perrotti

Presents stories and strategies learned by the authors while creating a program for Massachusetts's public schools the would promote a safe andwelcoming atmosphere for gay …
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4 Steps to Financial Security for Lesbian and Gay Couples

by Harold L. Lustig

Drawing on more than 20 years' experience as a financial advisor, Lustig has tailored this guide exclusively to lesbian and gay couples to shows how …
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Accepting Ourselves & Others

by Sheppard B. Kominars

Accepting Ourselves and Others
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Surviving Madness

by Betty Berzon

Berzon, a psychotherapist who specializes in treating gay and lesbian people, presents the story of her journey from being a young girl confused about her …
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Suits Me

by Diane Wood Middlebrook

The jazz pianist Billy Tipton was born in Oklahoma City as Dorothy Tipton, but almost nobody knew the truth until the day he died. This …
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Hate Crimes

by Gregory M. Herek

Although victimization of lesbians and gay men is not a new problem, its severity appears to be increasing. After several decades of denial and neglect, …
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The Prime Time Closet

by Stephen Tropiano

A comprehensive study of homosexuality on television from the 1950s to 2002. Through an analysis of over 300 television episodes, made-for-TV movies, and mini-series, this …
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Looking Queer

by Dawn Atkins

Transgendered Communities
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Making Gay History

by Eric Marcus

From the Boy Scouts and the U.S. military to marriage and adoption, the gay civil rights movement has exploded on the national stage.Eric Marcus takes …
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Courage to Love

 

Courage to Love is an exceptional collection of worship and liturgical resources inclusive of and sensitive to the needs of lesbians, gays, bisexuals, and transgender …