LGBTQ+ / bøsser og lesbiske

In "Down Under Gay Blokes," author Robbie Growl weaves an illuminating tapestry of the gay community's narrative in Australia. This gripping journey takes readers from the hushed whispers of yesteryears to the bold declarations of today, tracing the intricate patterns of struggle, triumph, resilience, and love.Explore the vibrant, multifaceted gay culture that has found a home in Australia, from the sparkling beaches of Sydney to the artistic soul of Melbourne. Walk in the shoes of everyday heroes who have fought battles on sports fields, cinema screens, within political arenas, and most significantly, in everyday life.Told with compassion, insight, and a knack for capturing human experiences, "Down Under Gay Blokes" is more than just a recounting of events. It's a celebration of love in all its forms, an ode to diversity and resilience, and a call to understand and respect the beauty of being authentically oneself.This book is an essential read not just for those within the LGBTQIA+ community, but for anyone who appreciates the universal tales of courage, acceptance, and the indomitable spirit of love. Journey into the heart of Australia and emerge with a deeper understanding of the gay narrative - a story that is deeply woven into the fabric of the country's shared history."Down Under Gay Blokes" is a testament to love's power, a tribute to resilience, and a chronicle of the remarkable strides towards equality in Australia. Embark on this journey with Robbie Growl, and discover the remarkable story of being gay, Down Under.

Editorial Review"As a psychiatrist, putting myself in someone else's shoes has always been my routine. But this is more. It's like putting on his shoes plus his contact lenses so I could actually see and travel the world the way he did. Somehow, after reading this, I felt more connected to my patients than ever. Thank you, Jake, for sharing. Your story is far beyond what I expected. I personally think this should be a reading assignment for psychiatric residents."Prof. Kamolvisa Techapoonpol, MD Head of Psychiatry Department Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist at Vajira Hospital, BangkokDear readers,As I already mentioned on the back of this book, I'm not using the name 'Dave Kardee' to hide anything. You will learn the full reason for my use of that name through this series of letters, which form a heartwarming, thought-provoking, and somewhat uncomfortable journey. These letters invite the reader to reflect on the importance of connection, empathy, and kindness in our lives.I know that many people out there have faced even worse circumstances than I did. I know what it's like to be hurt by the people who are supposed to care for you. When I shouted for help, my voice was ignored. With that in mind, there is only one thing I can say to others now: never give up. You might not be doing your best right now, but you are doing your best based on what is available to you in the moment, and that's okay.I want to encourage you to thrive and overcome all the challenges and obstacles you may face. I know that these challenges may seem so overwhelming that you feel like you're not going to make it. That said, this story is not going to be rosy, like The Fault in Our Stars. I mean, that book somehow made even cancer look like fun. It would be reckless and clumsy for me just to bash my mom, a justice system, a country, or anything else at this point since it will offer you no value for your time. We invest our time and take risks every day, so this book will show you how not to repeat the mistakes that I lived through. For the most part, these mistakes were made by others, my path chosen for me through a simple lack of basic due-diligence. My hope is that Australia Academy will resonate with anyone who has ever felt a sense of belonging and an unwavering commitment to exploring the complexities of the human experience. I wish for you to enjoy my work, learn, and vigorously climb to the top and into the future.Sincerely yours,Jake VajarodayaNon-fiction - Juvenile Psychology - Law - Investment - LGBTQ+

I Remain is very compelling and extraordinarily well written. It's an incredible memoir that needs to be read.Max Wallace, New York Times best-selling author, including his new book, "After The Miracle," is also a journalist and filmmaker.Framing multi-talented Megan Hutton's memoir is an extraordinary portrait of her mother, Syl. Syl is a sparky, chain-smoking World War 11 Riveter on warships in North Vancouver. Hutton fearlessly portrays family dynamics, deaths, and, later, the LGBT world beginning in the 1970s and the love and terror that wove the fabric of two women's lives. The readers of I Remain have the privilege of tracking both stories in this fast-paced, cinematic book.Molly Peacock, Award-winning author of "Flower Diary," is also a poet and editor.I Remain is an uplifting and admirable page-turner. Facing childhood trauma, the author prevailed in creating a loving life for herself and others. This memoir is an inspiration to women who have faced adversity.Holly Crichton, Author of No Way To RunHutton's spare and straightforward language is reminiscent of Hemingway's "For Whom The Bell Tolls," yet the emotional intensity feels like Tara Westover's "Educated." I Remain is a coming of age memoir that women of all walks of life will want to read. This memoir extols the heroine narrator's tenacity, vibrancy, and strong will to thrive, not just survive. It remains a constant force behind this fine work.Kate Marshall Flaherty, Award winning poet and author.A gripping read and an honest testament to the human spirit. I am honoured to have played a role in Megan Hutton's life.Eric Wilson is a children's author and has sold over 1.5 million books. "The dialogue between Syl and Fetus is one of the most original and engaging pieces of writing I've ever come across. It is unforgettable and dominates the rest of the story."Bronwyn Drainie, Journalist, Author and Editor.Megan Hutton is a poet, playwright, memoirist and short filmmaker. Megan lives in the Niagara region with Autumn, her partner of 38 years. They also live part-time at their home in Okanagan, B.C.

An illustrated guide to LGBTQIA2S+ codes and symbols for children 5+. With an exploration of queer underground culture throughout history to the present day, and questions for further discussion, this is a perfect guide for parents and teachers alike.

I lyset fra dig fortæller om tre episoder i Malikas liv, en fattig marokkansk kvinde, for hvem livet er en evig kamp. Som ung og nygift bliver hun enke, da hendes mand mister livet i Frankrigs krig i Indokina. Hun bliver gift igen, og familien flytter til hovedstaden. Marokko er blevet selvstændigt, men Malika konfronteres atter med Frankrig, da en rig fransk familie tilbyder at tage en af hendes døtre i huset. Malika kæmper forbitret imod. I den tredje episode er den tidligere kolonimagt igen omdrejningspunktet. Hendes søn Ahmed er flyttet til Paris. Malika har altid følt, at Frankrig stjal hendes søn, men hun indser, at han på grund af sin homoseksualitet ikke har haft andet valg. I lyset fra dig er et portræt af en kvinde, som er fuld af vrede og forbitrelse, men ikke mindst også af en ukuelig livsvilje.

The first exhibition catalogue of the acclaimed queer, feminist curatorial initiative Ridykeulous, marking the occasion of their first institutional presentation in Europe at Nottingham Contemporary.Founded in 2005, Ridykeulous mounts exhibitions and events primarily concerned with queer and feminist art. This publication will be the first exhibition catalogue by Ridykeulous, joined by Sam Roeck, and will accompany the fall 2023 exhibition Ridykes’ Cavern of Fine Inverted Wines and Deviant Videos at Nottingham Contemporary. With newly commissioned texts by curator Lia Gangitano and Alexandro Segade of the artist collective My Barbarian, the catalogue will be complemented by a conversation between Ridykeulous members Nicole Eisenman, A.L. Steiner and Sam Roeck, providing insights into the collective's thinking, politics, behind-the-scenes notations, and methods of exploration, as well as an introduction by Nottingham Contemporary's Chief Curator Nicole Yip.Using humor to critique the art world and heteropatriarchal culture at-large, Ridykeulous often reinvents language to reflect their sensibilities and concerns—composing communiqués, screeds, and diatribes across various media. The exhibition features an intergenerational mix of 30 contemporary visual artists working across film, video installation, sculpture, and performance. Playfully proposing queer fabulosity as a critical intervention in the capitalist spectacle, the exhibition seeks to erode the secondary positioning of LGBTQ+ art and artists as “alternative.” Designed by the Zürich-based Studio Marie Lusa, the publication will evoke the textual feeling of a zine, with over 100 full-color and black-and-white image plates.

In "A Gay Man's Guide to Everything Gay", Robbie Oring takes readers on a transformative journey into the vibrant and diverse world of gay men. Delving into issues of sexuality, love, rights, work-life balance, aging, and much more, Oring paints a comprehensive and intimate portrait of the contemporary gay experience.From the trials of coming out and battling stereotypes to the joys of love and the struggle for acceptance, Oring expertly navigates the complexities and triumphs of being a gay man in today's world. Drawing on personal stories, expert insights, and cultural analysis, he offers an authentic, nuanced, and profoundly human exploration of gay life.Whether you're a gay man seeking connection and understanding, a friend or family member looking to better support a loved one, or an ally seeking to broaden your understanding, "A Gay Man's Guide to Everything Gay" is an enlightening, heartwarming, and indispensable resource. It invites us all to celebrate diversity, champion equality, and embrace the power of authenticity. Join Oring on this journey, and discover the rich tapestry that constitutes the world of gay men.

Video game music is a significant site of queerness where normative demands are questioned, suspended or loosened. Games resist hegemonic musical logics, challenge musical value systems and use music to complicate essentialist notions of identity. This Element proposes three areas of queerness, each representing different relationships between 'queer design' and 'queer engagement', ranging fromunintentionally resistive to explicit engagement with identity. First, this Element examines musical structures that provide queer temporal alternatives to normative linear development, and interactive systems that reframe the power relationship between musical material and listener. Second, it considers 'retro' or 'chiptune' timbres that queer notions of technological progress to be improvements, rejecting chrononormativity. Finally, the Element discusses music that queers the self/other binary of identity. Games present ways of listening to, engaging with and understanding music that provide opportunities to challenge inherited assumptions and reductive or monolithic values, practices and identities.

Eliecer Marte, periodista y presentador de televisión, comparte su historia en este libro y revela sus secretos más íntimos y personales, incluyendo su salida del clóset ante el público, así como su proceso de aceptación y descubrimiento personal.Confidencias es una obra que va más allá de la orientación sexual o la identidad de género. Es una historia de triunfo y evolución que ofrece una perspectiva valiosa sobre cómo encontrar la felicidad y el éxito en la vida sin comprometer nuestra esencia. Es un libro sincero y emotivo, una historia inspiradora que nos invita a encontrar nuestro propio camino hacia la autenticidad.La historia de Eliecer abarca desde su infancia en el Caribe, su paso por Nueva York y Miami, sus logros periodísticos y reconocimientos, hasta su entrada triunfal por la alfombra roja con su pareja. Nos hace reflexionar sobre los obstáculos que la sociedad o nosotros mismos nos imponemos, y cómo la tenacidad y la valentía son el mejor camino para superarlos.¿-Carlos Calderón Abarca¿ Presentador televisivo, ganador de los premios Emmy, arquitecto

My Lights is the true story of how to survive a childhood different from others and thrive in an adult world that discourages those who don't quite fit into society's expectations. As a gay man, Steve paid a price for not fitting into the life in which he was born. As soon as he graduated from high school, he enlisted in the Air Force and began the search for his authentic self.After retiring from the military, Steve embraced solitude, peace, and an unconventional lifestyle, living alone and away from society. It was during this time he found a better understanding of himself and the world. With new-found courage and a brighter perspective, he took pen to paper and authored this book, needing to share his words and his learned wisdom with others who have been challenged to feel "less-than" who they truly are.A modern-day Henry Thoreau, Steve Zeiger chooses to live:a deliberate lifeunshackled by possessionsfocused on inner growth and deeper truthsFollow Steve as he shares his struggles, stumbles, and successes. If you or someone you know is a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, this book offers encouragement, hope, and validation of the importance of being true to your authentic self.

Step into the vibrant and colourful world of a young boy from Western Sydney, navigating through life while grappling with his burgeoning sexuality and a profound affection for footy shorts. His journey takes him around the world, from a rugby field in Australia to the bustling streets of London. Along the way, he confronts societal norms, bullies, and his own fears while also discovering love, acceptance, and an abundance of footy shorts. This memoir is a blend of humour, heartbreak, and hedonism as our protagonist boldly charts his path to personal freedom. "From Footy Shorts to Freedom" is a testament to the power of embracing who you are and living life authentically. It's a journey filled with laughter, tears, and lots of footy shorts. Step into his shoes (or rather, his shorts) and let this story inspire you to embark on your own journey to freedom.

A poetry collection that is centered on a coming-of-age story paired with the coming out experience of someone belonging to the LBGTQ+ community. While this story is uniquely individual in its perspective, as any life is, the work embraces the commonality of shared experiences and aims to connect the reader with their own story. all good things yellow is written with the intention of being a mirror for those who have lived it and a window for those who have not.this book is writtenforbybecause the lgbtq+they deserve mountainscompared to thegrains of sandthey've been given

Delving deep into the evolution of footy shorts, this book traces their transformation from a simple piece of sportswear to a symbol of identity, community, and fashion. With fascinating insights into the influence of legendary players, technological advancements, and shifting cultural attitudes, this comprehensive account celebrates the enduring impact of footy shorts on the world of rugby league.

15-årige Jamie skal starte på efterskole og står over for det bedste år i sit ungdomsliv. Det er i hvert fald, hvad alle siger. Oven på en turbulent tid i familien glæder hun sig til at komme hjemmefra, men på skolen viser virkeligheden sig at være knap så konfettifyldt som glansbilledet. Jamie kæmper for at blive en del af fællesskabet og drømmer bare om at komme ind i varmen hos skolens dronning, Kristine.Det er ikke let, og da Jamie efter et par måneder får den mystiske og reserverede Michelle som roomie, bliver hendes plan endnu mere kompliceret. Alle ser skævt til den nye pige, men på værelset oplever Jamie en anderledes side af Michelle, og den fortrolighed, som opstår mellem de to, udvikler sig til forelskelse. Samtidig får Kristine øjnene op for Jamies kvaliteter som veninde – men kan man være kærester med skolens mest upopulære og bedste veninder med den mest populære på samme tid?Hvis du vil have regnbuen er en fortælling om teenageårenes intense rutsjebanetur. Om venskab, vildskab og splittelsen mellem, hvad der virker rigtigt udadtil og føles rigtigt indadtil.

El presente volumen reúne algunos escritos originales e inéditos de dramaturgxs de la escena española actual; en concreto, lxs autorxs que han adherido al proyecto son (en orden de presentación): Antonio Miguel Morales, Javier Liñera, Albert Tola y Laura Freijo Justo. Se trata de un conjunto de creadorxs que ha puesto la visibilización de las personas del colectivo LGBTQI+ en el centro de su escritura teatral. La labor testimonial de estos textos autobiográficos viene acompañada por seis ensayos de carácter académico que se centran en la investigación de los diferentes matices que lo queer ha recibido en las tablas españolas al fin de contribuir, desde el ámbito crítico y literario, a una mayor concienciación sobre un corpus de obras teatrales valientes y comprometidas.

"An autobiography-viewing the author's life from the transformative lens of her recent transition-and a critical examination of the trans strain in Western culture"--