Dispatches from Lesbian America

Dispatches from Lesbian America

Author: Xequina Maria Berber

Publisher:

Published: 2017

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781943837649

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Dispatches from Lesbian America is a collection of more than forty works of short fiction and memoir from contemporary writers, some newly emerging and some well-known. Unique in recent lesbian anthologies, these thoughtful stories address themes meaningful to us in the modern world. Featured Authors: Charlene Allen, Mari Alschuler, Joan Annsfire, Roxanne Ansolabehere, Terry Baum, Xequina Maria Berber, Elizabeth Bernays, Lynn Brown, Giovanna Capone, Susan Clements, Elana Dykewomon, Haley Fedor, Joanne Fleisher, Pippa Fleming, Judy Grahn, Felicia Hayes, Lois Rita Helmbold, Chante Shirelle Holsey, Toke Hoppenbrouwers, Happy/L.A. Hyder, Bev Jafek, Bev Jo, Lenn Keller, Heidi LaMoreaux, Alison Laurie, Mo Markham, Arielle Nyx McKee, Heal McKnight, Helena Montgomery, Dr. Bonnie J. Morris, Ashley Obinwanne, Artemis Passionflower, Tonya Primm, Francesca Roccaforte, Lilith Rogers, Ruth A. Rouff, Heath Atom Russell, Barbara Ruth, Mary Saracino, Cheela "Rome" Smith, Tess Tabak, and Polly Taylor.


Psychological Perspectives on Lesbian and Gay Male Experiences

Psychological Perspectives on Lesbian and Gay Male Experiences

Author: Linda Garnets

Publisher:

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 620

ISBN-13: 9780231078849

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This psychology textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the central themes and issues in lesbian and gay male studies. The volume reviews the published literature - from classical to the most recent sources - and compiles a collection of primary-source articles representing the best current research and theory. The text pays particular attention to identity development, gender differences, ethnic and racial variation, long-term relationships, adult development and aging. A conclusion calls attention to the need for new models in clinical practice, research and public policy.


My Lesbian Experience With Loneliness: Special Edition

My Lesbian Experience With Loneliness: Special Edition

Author: Nagata Kabi

Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment

Published: 2023-11-07

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13:

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My Lesbian Experience with Loneliness is a raw and heartfelt account of one young woman's struggles with her sexuality, mental well-being, and feelings of alienation in our modern age. Told using expressive artwork that invokes both laughter and tears, this intensely personal and insightful work was previously released in a single volume paperback edition that garnered critical acclaim from across the globe, won several awards, and topped "best-of" lists in multiple categories. This hardcover special edition features new cover art and an all-new bonus chapter by the author.


Modern Homosexualities

Modern Homosexualities

Author: Ken Plummer

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2002-09-11

Total Pages: 14

ISBN-13: 1134922426

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This book of nineteen original essays by activists and academics documents and analyses the dramatic changes in lesbian and gay experience over the last twenty years. It charts the growth of lesbian and gay studies, and examines key issues around communitites, identities, relationships, sexualities and politics. These essays, edited by a leading author in the field, herald a new confidence and maturity for the growing field of lesbian and gay studies.


My Solo Exchange Diary Vol. 1

My Solo Exchange Diary Vol. 1

Author: Nagata Kabi

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2018-06-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1626928894

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This sequel to the viral sensation My Lesbian Experience with Loneliness was also named one of Amazon’s best graphic novels for 2018! Struggling with the idea of living alone and adjusting to the effects of her previous book’s success, this follow-up to the award-winning autobiographical comic continues the author’s quest for self-acceptance and love.


School Experiences of Gay and Lesbian Youth

School Experiences of Gay and Lesbian Youth

Author: Mary B Harris

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-12-19

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 1317823311

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School Experiences of Gay and Lesbian Youth: The Invisible Minority shows teachers, youth advocates, administrators, and academic researchers how to embrace the needs of sexual minority students. Through research and case studies, this book explains the ways in which schools are failing the vulnerable population of gay, lesbian, and bisexual youths. This text shows you how to take responsibility for recognizing and protecting the rights and needs of gays and lesbians and ridding schools of discrimination, harassment, and violence.As School Experiences of Gay and Lesbian Youth illustrates, the consequences of the cognitive, social, and emotional isolation that sexual minority youths experience as a result of homophobia and heterosexism can be devastating. With this book’s helpful suggestions, provocative insight, and open challenges, you can help gay and lesbian youths develop feelings of self-worth as well as positive aspirations for their futures. Experiences of Gay and Lesbian Youth will help social workers, psychologists, academics, counselors, and other professionals understand: the dearth of role models in the career development of lesbian and gay youths how to integrate sexual orientation into career counseling how to incorporate the topic of homosexuality into educational curricula forms of homophobia (from the victim’s and the agressor’s points of view) and heterosexism in the high school environment how to open discussions about gay and lesbian issues at school the importance of having visible lesbian, gay, and bisexual staff who can provide support for sexual minority youthSchool Experiences of Gay and Lesbian Youth also informs you on the experiences gay and lesbian adults who attended high school five to fifty years ago, as well as college students who have reported incidents of homophobic behavior in high school. In addition, this text discusses teachers’fears of being fired as a result of talking about sexual minority issues and how school environments can lead students to become drop outs. Experiences of Gay and Lesbian Youth will inform you on the issues facing gay and lesbian youth and provide you with suggestions on how to make the classroom a welcoming environment, regardless of sexual orientation.


Beyond Acceptance

Beyond Acceptance

Author: Carolyn W. Griffin

Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin

Published: 2016-01-05

Total Pages: 257

ISBN-13: 1250109663

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"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 and guilt. It's also the beginning of a difficult journey that, with understanding and emotional support, can lead to acceptance and beyond. Now fully revised and updated, Beyond Acceptance by co-authors Carolyn W. Griffin, Marian J. Wirth, and Arthur G. Wirth remains a ground-breaking book that provides parents the comfort and knowledge they need to accept the gay children and build stronger family relationships. Based on the experiences of other parents, this book lets them know they are not alone and helps them through the emotional stages leading to reconciliation with their children.


Love Tenderly

Love Tenderly

Author: Grace Surdovel Ihm

Publisher: New Ways Ministry

Published: 2020-12-15

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 9780935877045

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Love Tenderly is a collection of personal stories shared by women religious who identify as lesbian or queer, and who have come to embrace their sexual orientation as an integral part of their identity and vocation to religious life. Each story is a journey of love and an embrace of truth and wholeness. These stories are some of the voices of women religious who are lesbian or queer.