Yay! You're Gay! Now What?: A Gay Boy's Guide to Life

Khalaf, Riyadh

ISBN 10: 1786033658 / ISBN 13: 9781786033659

Verlag: Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2019

Cover may have light wear, pages in very good condition and binding is sturdy; may have other light shelf wear or creases. May have notes or highlighting. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers EVV.1786033658.VG

Inhaltsangabe:

Yay! You're gay! Or maybe you're bi. Or maybe you just feel different… in time, that difference will become the greatest gift you could ask for. It will bring you love, a sense of identity, a new community, and eventually the freedom to be yourself. I promise!

In this personal, heartfelt go-to guide for young queer guys, broadcaster, YouTuber and LGBT+ advocate Riyadh Khalaf shares frank advice about everything from coming out to relationships, as well as encouragement for times when you’re feeling low. There’s a support section for family and friends written by Riyadh’s parents and LOADS of hilarious, embarrassing, inspiring and moving stories from gay boys from around the world. Plus inspirational gay men including Stephen Fry, Clark Moore and James Kavanagh share the advice they would give to their younger selves.

Packed with practical advice and bright, quirky illustrations and photos, this book contains chapters on:

• Labels – what does it mean to be gay, bi, trans or queer?
• Coming out
• First crushes, first kisses and first times
• Dealing with bullies and homophobia
• Learning to love your body
• Sex ed for gay guys
• Consent
• Healing heartbreak
• Finding your tribe
   

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Riyadh Khalaf is a journalist, YouTuber and LGBT+ advocate. He is best known for his groundbreaking BBC docuseries Queer Britain in which he investigated issues affecting the queer community, including racism, eating disorders, religion, gender identity and porn. He first came to prominence on YouTube where his comedy and LGBT+ videos made him a "gay big brother" to younger viewers looking for inspiration and help with their identities. His channel has amassed over 47 million views and been featured on outlets including CNN, NBC, The Guardian, Huffington Post and BuzzFeed. Riyadh is now a regular host on BBC Radio 1's Life Hacks and Unexpected Fluids shows, delving into young people's mental health, sex and relationships.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Yay! You're Gay! Now What?: A Gay Boy's ...
Verlag: Frances Lincoln Children's Books
Erscheinungsdatum: 2019
Einband: Softcover
Illustrator: McFeeters, Melissa
Zustand: very_good