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Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe

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l1ndz7's review against another edition

5.0

What a wonderful autobiography and useful guide on gender identity. I encourage everyone to pick this book up. This topic is explained so well and so personally, you’re bound to find something that resonates with you. There were questions in here that I even troubled with as an adolescent. Life’s a journey and we’re always learning about each other, about ourselves because we are always changing. I LOVED this!

Also, I can’t believe this book is banned??? This should be the last book ever banned! This book is more useful than a lot of books that aren’t banned. That being said, this book does talk about serious topics that may not be appropriate for anyone under 15 or 16 years old.

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chickaboogawah's review against another edition

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5.0

I really loved this book and hope to share it with many people. Maia clearly explains eir thoughts and choices growing up, and I hope my kids are inspired by em.

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emquartz15's review against another edition

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5.0

I’ve been wanting to read this book for forever and am so happy I finally did! As a queer person who uses mixed pronouns, experiencing Kobabe’s vulnerability in this memoir was freeing. It felt like an offering to help people understand, not feel alone, or both.

Not to mention e is an incredible cartoonist and writer. I admired eir drawings, the way they communicate pain, joy, etc., and I found myself giggling at just how well e captures life as a queer person in general. A million times worth the read.

Kobabe also helped me understand neopronouns and gender in new ways. It’s crucial to keep this memoir available on library shelves and in bookstores worldwide. 🏳️‍🌈

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vael's review against another edition

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5.0

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5.0

I loved this book. Fantastic artwork and a very honest look at gender. For many people it isn't simply what the doctor says in the birthing room. Kobabe didn't shy away from sharing unexpected trauma, confusion (internal and external) or conversations (even the uncomfortable ones) with family. There is a lot packed into these 240 pages.

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things100's review against another edition

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4.0

A great thought provoking autobiography on being queer especially non binary

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sappix's review against another edition

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5.0

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hanz's review against another edition

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4.0

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5.0

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peytonhhill's review against another edition

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4.75

What an excellent book. I learned way more than I thought I would! The author does a great job of storytelling and I really feel like I have a much deeper understanding of how trans and nonbinary experiences can be after reading. I think everyone would benefit from reading this! Honestly it is way more tame than I thought it would be considering how controversial and banned it is. Hats off to the author for putting it out there, what a brave thing to do. I feel grateful for the reading experience!

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