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Nonbinary For Beginners: Everything you’ve been afraid to ask about gender, pronouns, being an ally, and black & white thinking
Whether you are exploring gender, you want to support a loved one or be an ally, or you have heard about LGBT folks on the news, your curiosity about non-binary, genderqueer and transgender identities suggests that you are a caring and open-minded person.
This book is for nonbinary folks and for allies - to read, to get validation and talking points, and to pass this book on to your neighbors, your community, your acquaintances, and anyone who would like to better understand and empathize with others.
After reading, you will have a deeper understanding difference between gender and pronounsWhy nonbinary is seemingly so visible nowHow to navigate a nonbinary person coming out to youSimple action steps to take as an allyWhere to find community of like-minded peopleThe benefits of defying black and white thinking in your own lifeThis easy read dives deftly into complex, nuanced topics without judgment, shaming, or hundreds of pages to work through.
If you want to have more meaningful conversations with those in your life and embrace this great experiment of being human, scroll up and click the buy button.
This book is for nonbinary folks and for allies - to read, to get validation and talking points, and to pass this book on to your neighbors, your community, your acquaintances, and anyone who would like to better understand and empathize with others.
After reading, you will have a deeper understanding difference between gender and pronounsWhy nonbinary is seemingly so visible nowHow to navigate a nonbinary person coming out to youSimple action steps to take as an allyWhere to find community of like-minded peopleThe benefits of defying black and white thinking in your own lifeThis easy read dives deftly into complex, nuanced topics without judgment, shaming, or hundreds of pages to work through.
If you want to have more meaningful conversations with those in your life and embrace this great experiment of being human, scroll up and click the buy button.
74 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 8, 2022
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Ocean Atlas
3 books4 followersOcean is a 30something explorer of this beautiful planet and the internal landscapes of human beings. Ocean is trans; nonbinary; an artist; an enthusiast of animals, plants and sunrises; and a friend you have not yet met. Pronouns: they/she/he/none.
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May 11, 2023One of the better books I’ve read in the smallish-intro-to-something-queer-for-your-mom-who-doesn’t-get-it-but-wants-to genre.
The voice is warm and generous, not condescending, assumes the best in the reader. Some of the values and the genuineness of this tone make me wonder if the author is a Quaker or something close to it.
One of the things I really loved is that this book manages to touch on some issues and arguments trans people hear all the time, and respond to them in a simple, research-based way that values kindness and assumes the person asking does too.
I loved the section about gender/sex diversity in the animal world. Loved the lefthandedness analogy. Loved the myth-busting throughout, loved the invitation to all people to explore what feels right to them in terms of gender.
This book digs in deep, is simple and readable while managing not to sacrifice the important stuff. I wish some more queer and trans folks would read it - I think we could afford to be more compassionate and open-minded with each other too.
The voice is warm and generous, not condescending, assumes the best in the reader. Some of the values and the genuineness of this tone make me wonder if the author is a Quaker or something close to it.
One of the things I really loved is that this book manages to touch on some issues and arguments trans people hear all the time, and respond to them in a simple, research-based way that values kindness and assumes the person asking does too.
I loved the section about gender/sex diversity in the animal world. Loved the lefthandedness analogy. Loved the myth-busting throughout, loved the invitation to all people to explore what feels right to them in terms of gender.
This book digs in deep, is simple and readable while managing not to sacrifice the important stuff. I wish some more queer and trans folks would read it - I think we could afford to be more compassionate and open-minded with each other too.
May 15, 2024
well intentioned but lowkey shit book would not recommend. Was keen on some science based learning instead it felt like you were being babied by a blue hair the whole time whos only crediential were that they were trans.
July 2, 2023
helpful
I’m always trying to understand more about gender and this book was helpful. It was a bit repetitive, but that didn’t take away from the content.
I’m always trying to understand more about gender and this book was helpful. It was a bit repetitive, but that didn’t take away from the content.
August 15, 2022
A clear and informative primer with a ton of heart
I loved this book! It’s a quick read and a perfect guide to help you understand the concept of nonbinary and how to be supportive. It’s very well-written, and goes into enough detail to get an introductory understanding without being too dense or philosophical. I finished reading this and felt way more prepared to be a better ally, with a deeper knowledge of terminology, best practices, and more empathy for my fellow human beings. Highly recommended!
I loved this book! It’s a quick read and a perfect guide to help you understand the concept of nonbinary and how to be supportive. It’s very well-written, and goes into enough detail to get an introductory understanding without being too dense or philosophical. I finished reading this and felt way more prepared to be a better ally, with a deeper knowledge of terminology, best practices, and more empathy for my fellow human beings. Highly recommended!
November 6, 2022
Quick insightful read
This whet my appetite to learn more. I wish the book went Into more details but the details it has cover a wide variety of topics and questions one might have surrounding gender identities. It does what it sets out to do, Introduce you to the umbrella term : nonbinary
This whet my appetite to learn more. I wish the book went Into more details but the details it has cover a wide variety of topics and questions one might have surrounding gender identities. It does what it sets out to do, Introduce you to the umbrella term : nonbinary
November 13, 2022
Finally, a book I can buy my mom
Simple, straightforward language, and a non daunting page count. It’s pretty much what I’ve been searching for this whole time.
Simple, straightforward language, and a non daunting page count. It’s pretty much what I’ve been searching for this whole time.
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December 27, 2024good book for loved ones
November 5, 2024
I just read this book. I have a non-binary son. (They have given me their permission to use the word son). I really learned a lot from this book. Ocean Atlas does an excellent job of explaining what non-binary means and how I can be a better ally. I have a long way to go, but I know feel much better equipped to be an ally and to have better conversations with my son.
May 19, 2023
Useful info, clunky style.
October 25, 2024
Some useful info for loved ones who simply do not understand but want to, but there are several other books out there that do it better.
January 15, 2024
Great Read for Allies!
As one ally to others, I highly recommend this book. It’s a quick, easy to understand book that does an excellent job of explaining the essentials for understanding genders and sexual identity and preferences. Spread the kindness, love, and joy!
As one ally to others, I highly recommend this book. It’s a quick, easy to understand book that does an excellent job of explaining the essentials for understanding genders and sexual identity and preferences. Spread the kindness, love, and joy!
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