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Celebrate Trans Voices!

These authentic stories range from non-fiction memoir and experience to fun fiction and make-believe tales. *Something for all ages!

Alameda County Library

23 items

  • This gentle, trans-affirming book is for unicorn lovers of all genders!
    Board BookKansas City, Missouri : Andrews McMeel Publishing, [2018] — JBB SIMPSON,D
  • A sweet and relatable picture book about a child coming out and embracing life as a big brother - winner of the 2020 Stonewall Award!
    Picture BookNew York : Lee & Low Books Inc., [2019] — JPB LUKOFF,K
  • A beautiful story that incorporates a young, trans voice while modeling parental support, love, and allyship!
    eBookNew York : Kokila, 2020 — EBOOK OVERDRIVE
  • "The story of a transgender child based on the real-life experience of Jazz Jennings, who has become a spokesperson for transkids everywhere"
    BookNew York, New York : Dial Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC, [2014] — JB JENNINGS,J
  • Sylvia and Marsha Start a Revolution!

    the Story of the Trans Women of Color Who Made LGBTQ+ History

    Ellison, Joy Michael,
    An illustrated look at two women of color who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots
    BookLondon : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2021 — J306.768 ELLISON
  • An awesome graphic novel based on the queer affirming series She: Ra Princess of Power, created by trans writer ND Stevenson
    Graphic NovelNew York, NY : Graphix, an imprint of Scholastic, [2020] — JGN SHE-RA
  • A twelve year-old non-binary knight battles fantastical creatures in this incredible fantasy series!
    BookNew York : Labyrinth Road, [2022] — J SYMES-SMITH,E
  • A fantastic coming-of-age story about a nonbinary tween figure skater - from bay area author (and figure skater!) A.J. Sass
    eBookNew York : Little, Brown and Company, 2020 — EBOOK OVERDRIVE
  • This Is Our Rainbow

    16 Stories of Her, Him, Them, and Us

    "The first LGBTQA+ anthology for middle-graders featuring stories for every letter of the acronym, including realistic, fantasy, and sci-fi stories by authors like Justina Ireland, Marieke Nijkamp, Alex Gino, and more!"
    BookNew York : Alfred A. Knopf, [2021] — J THIS
  • Gender Rebels

    30 Trans, Nonbinary, and Gender Expansive Heroes Past and Present

    Locke, Katherine,
    A nonfiction book showcasing gender expansive heroes in the LGBTQ+ community who still don't show up in the history books!
    BookPhiladelphia : Running Press Teens, 2023 — 306.76809 LOCKE
  • This queer-affirming series created by trans author ND Stevenson has been called "Buffy the Vampire Slayer meets Gravity Falls!"
    Graphic NovelLos Angeles, CA : BOOM! Box, 2015 — JGN LUMBERJANES v.1
  • A beacon of positivity and light for gender expansive youth and anyone wanting to learn about life beyond she/him
    Downloadable AudiobookNew York : Penguin Workshop, [2020] — EAUDIOBOOK OVERDRIVE
  • This "genre-defying" speculative book that tackles monsters and social issues was a National Book Award finalist and named one of Time Magazine's Best YA Books of all time!
    eBookNew York : Make Me a World, 2019 — EBOOK OVERDRIVE
  • "Frank, friendly and funny, the Trans Teen Survival Guide will leave transgender and non-binary teens informed, empowered and armed with all the tips, confidence and practical advice they need to navigate life as a trans teen."
    BookLondon ; Philedelphia : Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2019 — 306.76808 OWL
  • This lovely debut is filled with swoon-worthy moments that will appeal to fans of Simon Vs. The Homosapiens Agenda
    BookNew York, NY : PUSH, 2019 — Fiction DEAVER,M
  • Beyond Magenta

    Transgender Teens Speak Out

    Kuklin, Susan,
    Real-life stories (funny and heartbreaking) of trans teens
    BookSomerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Press, 2014 — 306.768 KUKLIN
  • Welcome to St. Hell

    My Trans Teen Misadventure

    Hancox, Lewis, 1989-
    A hilarious and groundbreaking graphic memoir about growing up as a trans teen
    Downloadable Graphic NovelNew York : Scholastic Inc., 2022 — EBOOK OVERDRIVE
  • Fierce Femmes and Notorious Liars

    a Dangerous Trans Girl's Confabulous Memoir

    Thom, Kai Cheng,
    The "highly sensational, ultra-exciting story of a young Asian trans girl, pathological liar, and kung fu expert who runs away from her abusive home in a rainy city to find her true family."
    BookMontréal, QC : Metonymy Press, [2016] — Fiction THOM,K
  • A beautiful memoir in essays in which author Shayla Lawson "journeys across the globe, finds beauty in tumultuous times, and powerfully disrupts the constraints of race, gender, and disability"
    eBookPenguin Publishing Group, 2024
  • Tomorrow Will Be Different

    Love, Loss, and the Fight for Trans Equality

    McBride, Sarah, 1990-
    A powerful memoir from trans activist and senator Sarah McBride
    BookNew York : Crown Archetype, [2018] — B MCBRIDE,S