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Here and Queer: A Raw and Honest Exploration of LGBTQ+ Identity

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Here and Queer

by Rowan Ellis

5 out of 5

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In their powerful and moving memoir, Here and Queer, Rowan Ellis recounts their own journey of self-discovery and acceptance, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of living an authentic life.

Ellis, a non-binary writer and activist, was raised in a conservative Christian home. They came out as gay in their early 20s, and later came to identify as non-binary. In Here and Queer, they share their experiences of coming out, navigating the LGBTQ+ community, and finding their place in the world.

Ellis's writing is raw and honest, and they do not shy away from the difficult experiences they have faced. They write about the prejudice and discrimination they have encountered, as well as the challenges of mental health and addiction. However, they also write about the joy and liberation of living an authentic life.

Here and Queer is a must-read for anyone who is interested in LGBTQ+ issues, or who is struggling with their own identity. Ellis's story is a powerful reminder that we are all unique and deserving of love and acceptance.

Praise for Here and Queer

"Rowan Ellis has written a powerful and moving memoir that is both deeply personal and universally relatable. Here and Queer is a must-read for anyone who is interested in LGBTQ+ issues, or who is struggling with their own identity."

—Lambda Literary Award-winning author Sarah Schulman

"Ellis's writing is raw and honest, and they do not shy away from the difficult experiences they have faced. However, they also write about the joy and liberation of living an authentic life. Here and Queer is a powerful and inspiring read."

—GLAAD Media Award-winning journalist Michelangelo Signorile

"Here and Queer is a powerful and important book. Rowan Ellis's story is a reminder that we are all unique and deserving of love and acceptance."

—Booklist

About the Author

Rowan Ellis is a non-binary writer and activist. They are the author of the memoir Here and Queer, and their work has been published in The Advocate, HuffPost, and them. Ellis is a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, and they have spoken at numerous events and conferences about their experiences.