All Boys Aren't Blue

Name: All Boys Aren't Blue
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241515037
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By George M. Johnson

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All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson is a poignant memoir-manifesto that explores the author's experiences growing up as a Black queer individual. Through a series of personal essays, Johnson delves into themes of identity, family, and resilience, offering insight and affirming messages for young people searching for their own truths. The book is both an educational and empowering read, especially for those navigating similar journeys.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in powerful memoirs that blend personal stories with broader discussions on identity and societal issues. It offers an insightful exploration of growing up Black and queer, providing an honest and heartfelt account that resonates with both teens and adults seeking to understand diverse experiences.

All Boys Aren't Blue

In a series of personal essays, prominent journalist and LGBTQIA activist George M. Johnson explores his childhood and adolescence growing up as a gay black man.

Description

All Boys Aren't Blue is a powerful debut YA memoir-manifesto about growing up Black and queer in America, written by journalist and LGBTQIA+ activist George M. Johnson.

This compelling narrative traces Johnson's journey through childhood, adolescence, and college years, exploring the duality of being Black and queer. The memoir recounts vivid memories, from experiencing bullying at the tender age of five, to their loving relationship with their grandmother, and their first sexual experience. These stories are a tapestry of triumph and tragedy, addressing themes such as gender identity, toxic masculinity, brotherhood, family, inequality, consent, and Black joy.

Praise for All Boys Aren't Blue:

An exuberant, unapologetic memoir infused with a deep but clear-eyed love for its subjects. – The New York Times

An empowering read... All Boys Aren't Blue is an unflinching testimony that carves out space for Black queer kids to be seen. – Huffington Post

Powerful... All Boys Aren't Blue is a game changer. – Bitch Magazine

All Boys Aren't Blue is a balm and testimony to young readers as allies in the fight for equality. – Publishers Weekly

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All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson is celebrated for its candid and heartfelt exploration of Black queerness, balancing traumatic experiences with warmth and hope. With humour and love for family, Johnson shares personal stories of trauma and healing, providing a powerful narrative on masculinity and sexuality.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241515037

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 March 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: Children, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 251g

Pages: 320

Collections

Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational George M. Johnson LGBTQ+ Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

GEORGE M. JOHNSON is a writer and activist based in New York. They have written on race, gender, sex, and culture for Essence, the Advocate, BuzzFeed News, Teen Vogue, and more than forty other national publications. All Boys Aren't Blue is their debut, and was an Amazon Best Book of the Year, an Indie Bestseller, a People Magazine Best Book of the Year, and optioned for television by Gabrielle Union.