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Books about sexual politics, theory, culture and ideas with a focus on queer and trans communities and people.

Brazen Femme
made in canada 		new item Brazen Femme
Femmes frustrated with their relational identity to Butches and pissed-off over stereotypes that they are simply to amazing to fit spill their guts on these pages in the form of poetry, comics, prose and essays on the fabulous and tremulous world of Femmes. Professors, sex workers, journalists and the unemployed articulate their relationship to femme(inity) and their re-making of gendered femininity through their hardbreaks, invisibility in queer communities and daily embodied living. Broaching such topics as dealing with ageing, racism and gender, mothering and fat phobia, these Brazen Femmes break through the rigid Butch/Femme barrier with their fierce and bold articulation of their gender(s) | Learn more about Brazen Femme.

| $21.95

Drag King Dreams
 Drag King Dreams
By Leslie Feinberg
After the huge blockbuster of Stone Butch Blues, Feinberg’s new novel brings us more thoughts and stories from the edges of gender radicalism that we’ve been waiting for. Feinberg’s character, Max Rabinowitz, is a hardened burnt-out ex-activist who gets drawn back into fighting alongside his co-workers and friends as they struggle to define and defy gender in a violent and prejudiced world. Fast-paced and brilliantly written. 302 pp. | Learn more about Drag King Dreams.

| $20.50

From the Inside Out
 From the Inside Out
From the Inside Out (edited by Morty Diamond, director of Trans Entities DVD) is a great collection of essays, stories, and poems describing personal challenges, triumphs, and experiences from folks that were born female but don't necessarily identify as such. Many stories speak to the fact that the choice to be of fluid gender (or trans, or transitioning) can be tough, others embrace all of our differences, yet all are very personal and at times touching. A great book to get a glipmse at the way others may choose to express themselves as their own gender - on a much more intimate level than many other books available. | Learn more about From the Inside Out.

| $18.00

My Gender Workbook
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This is a great book for anyone starting to question the role of gender in our society. Written with a twist, the language, exercises and quizzes offer great resources and insights for anyone just beginning to challenge the boxes gender confines us in or a great start for friends and families of gender outlaws who just want to learn more. 292 pages. This item is currently out of stock | Learn more about My Gender Workbook.

| $39.95

Nobody Passes
 Nobody Passes
Rejecting the Rules of Gender and Conformity
By Matthew Bernstein Sycamore
A set of cleverly written and thoughtful essays that attempt to tackle the concept of “passing”. Rather, the stories of those living outside and challenging the dichotomy of gender. A must read, for those of us who identify as genderqueer and an important read for those just starting to think about radicalized notions of gender. 353pp. | Learn more about Nobody Passes.

| $20.50

Six Positions
 Six Positions
By Andy Quan
Canadian writer Andy Quan’s first collection of gay erotica and sex writings has finally hit CAYA’s shelves. As we all know, it’s a challenge to find really literary sex writing, but Andy Quan has found the perfect balance between pornography and art. His stories, some previously published in collections such as Best Gay Erotica and Quickies, are a mixture of clever, sad, ironic and critical, but they are all sexy and preoccupied with sexuality. Quan subtly approaches social issues, but keeps his touch erotic, exploring what sexuality means to gay men. 202pp. | Learn more about Six Positions.

| $19.95

Stone Butch Blues
 Stone Butch Blues
By Leslie Feinberg
This classic title from Leslie Feinberg is an essential read and a favourite of queer and trans people alike. As radical as being transgendered is now, Stone Butch Blues chronicles the trials and tribulations of being butch in 1950's America and of being transgendered well before trans activism took hold in the last century. A must read. | Learn more about Stone Butch Blues.

| $18.50

The Nearest Exit May Be Behind You
 The Nearest Exit May Be Behind You
A collection of essays on personal experiences, escapades, and adventures one has with gender and identity (and sexuality), Nearest Exit is an excellent book filled with smart, often humourous and thought-provoking tales. S Bear Bergman's new classic is a fantastic read, and a great addition to the bookshelves of those interested in gender theory. | Learn more about The Nearest Exit May Be Behind You.

| $19.95

To Quote a Queer
 To Quote a Queer
A hefty lil book, To Quote a Queer contains a couple thousand quotes from folks who are actors, poets, atheletes, architechts and everyone in between. Arranged alphabetically by topic (media, sports, porn, fashion, determination), we can all glean a little wisdom and have a few laughs along the way. This item is currently out of stock | Learn more about To Quote a Queer.

| $20.95

Transgender History
 Transgender History
Written in an informative yet extremely readable format, Transgender History traces back the ups and downs of trans rights and movements over the last half century. Discusses underground scenes, political changes, stand-out figures, health care battles, acceptance in different communities, and much more. A great intro to trans studies for anyone! | Learn more about Transgender History.

| $19.95

True Selves
 True Selves
Understanding Transsexualism
By Mildred L. Brown & Chloe Ann Rounsley
Written by sexologist Mildred Brown, and writer Chloe Ann Rounsley, this book is an essential read for the families and friends of transsexuals and professional support staff. With writings from and about transgendered people - male, female, an in-between - True Selves is informative and supportive. An important title. This item is currently out of stock | Learn more about True Selves.

| $20.99

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