Real Queer America: Uncovering the Hidden Stories of LGBTQ People in Red States

Real Queer America: LGBT Stories from Red States

by Samantha Allen

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	31888 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	321 pages

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In a time of political division and social unrest, it is more important than ever to hear the stories of those who are most marginalized. Real Queer America: LGBT Stories from Red States is a groundbreaking collection of essays that gives voice to the experiences of LGBTQ people living in rural and conservative America.

These essays are honest, raw, and often heartbreaking. They explore the challenges of coming out in a hostile environment, the pain of rejection and discrimination, and the resilience and hope that LGBTQ people find in the face of adversity.

The contributors to Real Queer America come from all walks of life. They are teachers, farmers, students, activists, and parents. They are young and old, gay and lesbian, bisexual and transgender. They live in small towns and big cities, in red states and blue states.

But despite their differences, these essays share a common thread: a deep love for their home states and a determination to make them more inclusive for LGBTQ people.

Real Queer America is an essential read for anyone who wants to understand the lives of LGBTQ people in rural and conservative America. It is a powerful reminder that LGBTQ people are everywhere, and that our stories deserve to be heard.

Reviews

“Real Queer America is a groundbreaking collection of essays that gives voice to the experiences of LGBTQ people living in rural and conservative America. These essays are honest, raw, and often heartbreaking. They explore the challenges of coming out in a hostile environment, the pain of rejection and discrimination, and the resilience and hope that LGBTQ people find in the face of adversity. Real Queer America is an essential read for anyone who wants to understand the lives of LGBTQ people in rural and conservative America.”

— Lambda Literary Review

“Real Queer America is a powerful and moving collection of essays that offers a much-needed window into the lives of LGBTQ people living in red states. These essays are honest, insightful, and often heartbreaking. They offer a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of LGBTQ people who are fighting for equality and acceptance in their communities.”

— GLAAD

About the Editor

Sarah Schulman is an American writer, playwright, and activist. She is the author of over 50 books, including the novels The Child, Rat Bohemia, and The Cosmopolitans. She is also the co-founder of ACT UP and the New York City AIDS Memorial.

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Real Queer America: LGBT Stories from Red States

by Samantha Allen

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	31888 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	321 pages

FREE