Parenting & Families

In I’m Laughing Because I’m Crying, Youngmi jokes through the retelling of her childhood as an offbeat biracial kid in Saipan, a place next to a place that Americans might know. She jokes through her difficult adolescence where she must parent her own parents.

In this inspiring self-help handbook, a trans activist dares us to be the change we want to see—both out in the world, and amongst our closest connections.

A thrilling book about the abounding queerness of the natural world that challenges our expectations of what is normal, beautiful, and possible.

In this poignant and urgent love letter to his son, award-winning Broadway, TV, and film producer Richie Jackson reflects on his experiences as a gay man in America and the progress and setbacks of the LGBTQ community over the last 50 years....

Jaime Gama desmonta las creencias del amor romántico y propone un enfoque radicalmente honesto para las relaciones humanas.

What is the difference between men and women? Jennifer Finney Boylan examines the divisions—as well as the common ground—between the genders, and reflects on her own experiences, both difficult and joyful, as a transgender American.

In I Hardly Knew Me, Nia Chiaramonte offers a powerful, intimate account of gender transition—told not in hindsight but in real-life moments that became a path to survival.

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.

New York Times-bestselling author Dr. Preston Sprinkle carefully answers 21 of the strongest cases for same-sex marriage and offers a humanizing and thoughtful response to each one....

With trustworthy information and an accessible, straightforward plan, Parenting with Pride provides actionable yet profound tools and mental shifts to help parents support their teens and themselves.

In this thoroughly revised and updated, authors Stephanie Brill and Rachel Pepper once again provide a compassionate and educational guide for anyone who cares about, or works with, a child who falls outside expected gender norms....

In his debut memoir, Won’t Be Silent, Abe Gurko invites you to join him in celebrating a life that he calls “finally worth living.”

Being the parent of a gender-questioning child is confusing. There is a lot of advice out there, but much of it goes against what many parents feel instinctively is the right approach. And the stakes are very high if you get it wrong....

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.

How did Adeline Virginia Stephen become the great writer Virginia Woolf? Acclaimed biographer Gillian Gill tells the stories of the women whose legacies—of strength, style, and creativity—shaped Woolf’s path to the radical writing that inspires so many today....

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.

Authentic Selves: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary People and Their Families is a sweeping compilation of life stories and portraits of trans and nonbinary people, as well as their partners, parents, children, siblings, and chosen family members.

In this salacious, vulnerable, heartbreaking, and hilarious guide to surviving the digital hellscape that is modern dating, model and eating disorder activist Ryan Sheldon offers a path to healing while looking for real love.

What if I don't know how to "do stuff" all the other gays can do? What if I don't know the name of that gay Netflix movie? What if I'm not obsessed with Jennifer Coolidge like everyone else? Am I really bad at being gay?

Every progressive parent of a girl on the path to medical gender transition must listen to this powerful book.

The Savvy Ally: A Guide for Becoming a Skilled LGBTQ+ Advocate is an enjoyable, humorous, encouraging, easy-to-understand guidebook for being an ally to the LGBTQ+ communities. It is chock-full of practical and useful tools for LGBTQ+ advocacy....

Join Ian and his partners, Alan and Jeremy, as they embark on a sometimes hilarious, sometimes tearful quest to become parents....

What happens when two women commit to serving the Catholic Church as nuns taking vows of chastity, but fall passionately in love?

Dare to dream of a church and a world transformed by the bold celebration of transgender and gender-diverse children....

From the time we’re born, a litany of do’s and don’ts are placed on us by our families, our communities, and society. We're required to fit into boxes based on our race, gender, sexuality, and other parts of our identities....

Are you parenting in a world you barely recognize? Between TikTok's emojis and ever-evolving slang, today’s kids speak a different language—and it’s not just digital, it’s cultural. But here’s the truth: your Gen Z or Gen Alpha child isn’t unreachable. You just need the right bridge. In Bridging the Gap, you’ll discover how to connect with your kids by understanding the world they live in—on their terms. This isn’t about giving in; it’s about tuning in. Through real insights and practical guidance, this book empowers you to: -Communicate without conflict -Understand your...

The LGBTQ+ Parent’s Guide: Raising Resilient Kids in a Changing World By Dr. Richard L. Travis Your child came out—and now you’re wondering how to show up with love, wisdom, and confidence. This is your guide. In this warm, practical, and affirming book, psychotherapist Dr. Richard L. Travis offers compassionate insight and solution-focused tools for parents of LGBTQ+ kids and teens. Whether your child just came out or you’ve known for years, this book will help you strengthen your connection, deepen your understanding, and raise a child who feels safe and proud to be exactly who ...

Have you ever felt like a stranger in your own skin? Like you were born for something more—before the world taught you who and how to be? In Zaru: Who's the Real Alien, one otherworldly child arrives on Earth—bright, curious, and free. But through names, labels, school systems, gender roles, and quiet shame, Zaru begins to forget who they are. Just like we all did. This poetic novella is both a story and a mirror. It reflects the human experience of growing up—learning to shrink, mask, and perform—and then awakening to remember: You were never broken. You were just buried. 💫 ...

Journey to Lavender is a heartfelt and insightful reflection for parents, caregivers, and allies seeking to understand and support gender-diverse children with compassion and acceptance. Written from a mother’s perspective, this book explores the complexities of gender identity while reflecting on her lived experiences and lessons learned. With empathy and openness, the author shares her evolving understanding of the gender spectrum, offering guidance on creating a nurturing, judgment-free environment that honors each child’s unique path.

In I Hardly Knew Me, Nia Chiaramonte offers a powerful, intimate account of gender transition—told not in hindsight but in real-life moments that became a path to survival. With humor and vulnerability, Nia brings us into the everyday world as a trans person: from the complicated grace of coming out to the people she loves most, to the flood of silence after posting her truth online while watching her children accept her regardless.