Trans Bodies, Trans Selves

This updated edition of Trans Bodies, Trans Selves offers a comprehensive guide for transgender individuals, covering essential topics and personal narratives.

Now in a thoroughly updated edition, Trans Bodies, Trans Selves continues to serve as a revolutionary resource for transgender individuals. This comprehensive guide is designed to be reader-friendly, with each chapter authored by transgender and gender expansive writers. The book emphasizes that there is no single way to experience being transgender, reflecting the diverse narratives within the community. Inspired by the classic Our Bodies, Ourselves, this work is accessible to the transgender population, offering authoritative information in an inclusive manner.

Each chapter addresses critical topics relevant to the transgender experience, including race, religion, employment, medical and surgical transition, mental health, relationships, sexuality, and parenthood. The inclusion of anonymous quotes, testimonials, art, and poetry from transgender individuals enriches the narrative, providing personal insights that resonate with readers. This collaborative effort brings together hundreds of viewpoints, creating a strong and pioneering text that speaks to the complexities of transgender life.

Trans Bodies, Trans Selves serves as a welcoming space for transgender and gender-questioning individuals, their families, partners, students, educators, and counselors seeking up-to-date information. The second edition features thoroughly updated content, new stories, artwork, and illustrations, as well as contributions from a diverse range of new authors and collaborators, ensuring that it remains a vital resource for the community.