Review of "This Book is Gay" by James Dawson

Page Count: 271 Pages

Publish Date: September 4th, 2014

Genre: Contemporary/LGBT

Synopsis: Former teacher and acclaimed YA author James Dawson gives an uncensored look at what it's like to grow up as LGBT. Including testimonials from people 'across the spectrum,' this inclusive book explores everything anyone who has ever dared to wonder wants to know - from sex to politics, how to pull, stereotypes, how to come-out, and more.

Review: This book was pretty great for those who are newly realizing they are gay, lesbian, bisexual, or trans. It does make an effort for those who do not fall in one of those categories, but it's most effective for those who are gay and does well for those who are lesbian or bi. However, it's probably best for those are newly coming out, thinking about coming out, or just have a family member/friend of someone who is L, G, B. or T.

A lot of this book was almost like review because I've been out for over a year so I found myself getting bored quite a bit. This book would have been so helpful when I was first coming out, though. I wish I'd had it then.

It does try way to hard to be funny and the humor wasn't always that good. Still, it's worth a read.

Rating: 3.5 Stars