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Juno Dawson

This Book is Gay

Juno DawsonNonfiction | Book | YA | Published in 2014

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Juno Dawson

This Book is Gay

Nonfiction | Book | YA | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

271

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

1070L

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Super Short Summary

This Book Is Gay by Juno Dawson is a young adult self-help guide that offers an inclusive exploration of LGBTQ+ identities, navigating topics such as biological theories, stereotypes, and societal biases. With humor and relatable anecdotes, Dawson provides educational insights on coming out, LGBTQ+ social spaces and relationships, and safe sex practices, rounded out with resources for further learning and support. The book addresses anti-LGBTQ+ biases, suicide, self-harm, drug use, and racism.

Informative

Humorous

Inspirational

Hopeful

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.2

13,033 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Juno Dawson's This Book is Gay delivers an accessible and inclusive guide for LGBTQ+ youth. Praised for its humor, informative content, and supportive tone, it serves as a valuable resource. Criticisms include occasional oversimplifications and dated references. Overall, it is celebrated for offering crucial representation and practical advice.

Who should read this

Who Should Read This Book is Gay?

Readers who enjoyed Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz or The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky will likely appreciate This Book is Gay by Juno Dawson. This book caters to LGBTQ+ teens and young adults seeking frank discussions and supportive advice about sexuality and identity.

4.2

13,033 ratings

66%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

271

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2014

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

1070L

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