Tag: LGBTQ Books
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What Editing and Art is Teaching Me About Taking Up Space
While editing All the Genders: Northern Lights, Northern Lives, I felt like I needed to shrink my voice to make room for others. Instead, I was asked to expand. This piece explores creative nonfiction, visual storytelling, and the tension between visibility and restraint – through the editing process, embracing the artistry of others, and the…
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Asexuality and Figuring out Gender: Emma’s Young Appalachian Experience
Emma, a queer Appalachian person, navigates her identity as an asexual lesbian in conservative West Virginia. She finds empowerment through community, literature, and activism. Though considering leaving for a city, she values her roots and the connections here. Emma’s story highlights the importance of finding authentic self expression through books and community connections.