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Gay Teen Literature

Looking for soemthing to read? These authors can point you in the right direction.

Q & A with Writer Jere' M. Fishback

Jere' M. Fishback has just written Josef Jager, a novel imagining what it would have been like to be the nephew of openly gay Nazi leader, Ernst Rohme, in 1930's Germany. Here he shares his thoughts on the challenges of writing historical fiction, and how appearances can be deceiving.

Q & A with Author Julie Anne Peters

Author Julie Anne Peters discusses her books, many which cover GLBT teen issues.

The Werewif a Comic that Challenges Ideas About Gender

The Werewif is a comic that challenges ideas about gender by creating a hero who turns from male to female on the full moon.

Lesbian Comics: "Yu & Me: Dream"

Megan Rose Gedris has created a number of lesbian comics including Yu & ME: Dream about Catholic school teen lesbians and first love.

Brent Hartinger

Gay teen fiction author Brent Hartinger shares some thoughts.

T Cooper: Author and Former Backdoor Boy

Read about author, T Cooper.

Review of Lance Bass Memoir, "Out of Sync"

A review of the Lance Bass memoir, "Out of Sync."

Q & A with "Hero" Author, Perry Moore

Perry Moore, the author of the gay teen superhero novel, "Hero," answers some questions.

Q & A: Eric Marcus, "What If Someone I Know is Gay?"

Eric Marcus talks about his book, "What of Someone I Know is Gay?"

Q & A with Author Alex Sanchez

Author Alex Sanchez talks about religion, his novel and GSAs.

Gay Teen Fiction

Looking for something to read? Here's a few new voices in gay teen fiction.

Between the Lines - A Comic About Transgender Teens

Between the Lines is a comic about two transgender teens and the challenges they face.

Author, Kate Bornstein

Information on Kate Bornstein, author of, "Hello, Cruel World: 101 Alternatives to Suicide for Teens, Freaks, and Other Outlaws"

Alison Bechdel, Cartoonist and Author

Alison Bechdel and a cartoonist and author of the series, "Dykes to Watch Out For" and the graphic novel "Fun Home."

It Gets Better: Coming Out, Overcoming Bullying, & Creating a Life Worth Living

"It Gets Better: Coming Out, Overcoming Bullying, and Creating a Life Worth Living," is a book by sex advice columnist, Dan Savage and his husband, Terry Miller. The book grew out of the couple's You Tube project, which was designed to encourage GLBT teens to remember that while they might be enduring serious challenges in high school, turning...

"Get That Freak: Homophobia and Transphobia in High Schools:" A Review

Check out the review of "Get That Freak" a book about homophobia and transphobia in high schools.

Q & A With Kathy Belge Author of "Queer: The Ultimate Guide for LGBT Teens"

About's own Guide to Lesbian Life discusses her new book, "Queer: The Ultimate Guide for LGBT Teens," why technology is a mixed bag, and how she shares an unexpected connection with her sister.

"Gay in America:" Portraits of Gay Men Across the United States

The book Gay in America offers 140 portraits of gay men across the United States. These include actors, farmers, Christians and teens.

The Floundering Time: Lesbian Friendships at a Women's College Told as a Comic

The Floundering Time is a graphic novel that explores the experience of a group of lesbian friends during their senior year at a women's college.

Gay and Lesbian Teen Poetry

Many gay and lesbian teens write poetry about their lives. Here are some poems by GLBT teenagers.

The Letter Q: Queer Writers' Notes to Their Younger Selves

This anthology captures queer writers letters to their younger selves.

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