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Discover Your Beauty Secrets with Bridget Liang's Inspiring 2019 Paperback

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Item Length: 7.5 in Item Height: 0.5 in Book Series: Lorimer Real Love Ser. ISBN-13: 9781459414112 Language: English gtin13: 9781459414112 Author: Bridget Liang Book Title: What Makes You Beautiful Grade To: Twelfth Grade Item Weight: 6.3 Oz Reviews: "These texts stand out for their authentic depictions of LGBTQ+ teens; recommended for high school collections." --School Library Journal, This series starring LGBTQ+ characters explores teen romance through an intersectional lens. Jassie has feelings for two different people at her summer camp in We Three, but must navigate new territory when the three begin to date as a triad. In Ace of Hearts, Alvin grapples with others' expectations for his romantic life after he starts at a new school and realizes he is asexual. Charlie uses rom-com clichés to try to get a date to the prom with his dream guy only to fall for his wingman in Prom Kings. Against the backdrop of the protagonist's conservative family's expectations, What Makes You Beautiful follows Logan as she starts questioning her assigned gender and transitions to her true identity as Veronica. The books present vibrant, supportive queer communities, and characters are both ethnically and neurodiverse. Written at an upper-elementary reading level, these titles are on the longer side for hi-lo fiction, but the fast-moving YA romantic plots will keep readers engaged. VERDICT These texts stand out for their authentic depictions of LGBTQ+ teens; recommended for high school collections. --School Library Journal, What Makes You Beautiful will have appeal for any teens who may find themselves questioning their gender identity while also allowing other young adult readers an insight into the queer community., "A Toronto teen questioning their gender finds friendship and support among other queer students at their new school in this feel-good, #ownvoices debut. At Logan Osborne's old school, their slight frame and feminine appearance made them a target for bullies. But when Logan, who is Chinese and white, transfers to Rosedale School for the Arts at the start of grade 11, they meet a group of friends who are openly queer and embrace Logan for who they are. There is Robin, who is white, bisexual, and trans; Micah, Robin's Jewish boyfriend; Drew, who is asexual homoromantic; and Jennifer, who is Chinese/white/Afro-Guyanese, fat, and queer. With their friends' encouragement, Logan begins to ponder the reasons behind their discomfort with being one of 'the guys'--are they trans? At the same time, they find themselves developing a crush on Kyle, an attractive tenor of Japanese descent who tells Logan about his two dads but is less forthcoming about his own sexual orientation. The book's present-tense narration brings readers up close and personal with Logan as they process their thoughts about gender identity and gender presentation. Dialogue between the teen characters is authentically earnest, awkward, and funny, minus the occasional use of slang that may feel dated. Short chapters and simple, direct prose keep the pages turning and make the book accessible to reluctant readers. Thoughtful and affirming."--Kirkus Reviews brand: James Lorimer & Company LTD., Publishers Genre: Young Adult Fiction Publisher: James Lorimer & Company LTD., Publishers Dewey Edition: 23 Dewey Decimal: 813/.6 Number of Pages: 168 Pages Grade From: Seventh Grade Intended Audience: Young Adult Audience ISBN-10: 145941411X Item Width: 5.2 in Topic: Fairy Tales & Folklore / Adaptations, Romance / Lgbt Format: Trade Paperback Publication Year: 2019 Synopsis: The story of a young person finding a place among other LGBTQ teens, and discovering the truth about their own orientation and gender., Logan knows he likes boys, but has not come out, and no one knows that he likes to sometimes wear girls' clothes and makeup. Then Logan starts at a school for the arts. There he meets Kyle, who is straight. Logan experiments with nail polish and more feminine clothes. Logan begins questioning his gender and decides to use they pronouns while trying to figure things out. Logan meets a classmate's mother, who is a transgender woman, and begins to come to terms with their gender identity. Realizing they are not a gay boy, but a transgender girl, Logan asks for people to call them Veronica. As a girl, does Veronica stand a chance with Kyle? Learn more in this moving high/low YA romance. Distributed in the U.S by Lerner Publishing Group, Logan Osborne knows he likes boys, but has not come out to his family or at school, and no one knows that he likes to sometimes wear girls' clothes and makeup. When he starts at a school for the arts he finds a wider range of gender and orientation being accepted. Logan is attracted to Kyle, who has gay dads. But Kyle is straight. Logan finds he doesn't like the way gay boys treat him, and a disturbing hookup with a boy who is fetishistic about Logan's half-Asian background makes Logan even more confused about what he wants and who he is. Encouraged and supported by his friends at school, Logan experiments with nail polish and more feminine clothes in public. Logan begins questioning his gender and decides to use they pronouns while trying to figure things out. Logan meets a classmate's chosen mother, who is a transgender Chinese woman, and begins to come to terms with their gender identity. Realizing they are not a gay boy, but a transgender girl, Logan asks for people to call them Veronica. As a girl, does Veronica stand a chance with Kyle?

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  1. Absolutely love this book! Bridget Liang’s writing is heartfelt and inspiring, making it a joy to read. The message about self-love and confidence shines through, leaving you feeling uplifted. Perfect for anyone needing a little boost—highly recommend!

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