Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) is an annual awareness day dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments of transgender, non-binary and gender-nonconforming people.
It's also an important reminder of the need to raise awareness around discrimination and violence that trans people still face, and the need for trans justice.
Gender Heroes by Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Packed with the triumphant tales of 25 gender heroes — including Laverne Cox, Elliott Page, Marsha P. Johnson, Gavin Grimm and Alok Vaid-Menon, as well as a glossary of key terms, this is an inspirational introduction for kids and educators alike — and a timely reminder that not all heroes wear capes.
Sylvia And Marsha Start A Revolution! by Joy Michael Ellison
A picture book telling the story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the transgender women of colour who fought for LGBTQ+ equality. Ages 4-8.
The House That Whispers by Lin Thompson
Simon, an eleven-year-old coming to terms with his gender identity, is convinced that his grandmother's house is haunted. Ages 8-12.
The Wicked Bargain by Gabe Cole Novoa
El Diablo is in the details in this Latinx pirate fantasy starring a transmasculine nonbinary teen with a mission of revenge, redemption, and revolution. Ages 12+.
Beyond The Gender Binary by Alok Vaid-Menon
Poet, artist, and LGBTQIA+ rights advocate Alok Vaid-Menon deconstructs, demystifies, and reimagines the gender binary. Ages 12-17.
Always The Almost by Edward Underhill
Sixteen-year-old trans boy Miles Jacobson's New Year resolutions include winning back his ex-boyfriend and winning the Widewest's biggest classical piano competition, but when a new, proudly queer boy moves to town, Miles reconsiders who is was and who he is now. Ages 13+.
Lark & Kasim Start A Revolution by Kacen Callender
A contemporary YA that follows Lark's journey to speak the truth and discover how their own self-love can be a revolution.
If I Can Give You That by Michael Gray Bulla
If I Can Give You That by Michael Gray Bulla is a good fit for those seeking a heartwarming and relatable coming-of-age story that explores themes of identity, family, and love, with a focus on the specific experiences of a transgender teenager.
The Spirit Bares Its Teeth by Andrew Joseph White
Set in an alternate Victorian England where mediums control the dead, sixteen-year-old autistic transgender boy Silas must expose a power-hungry secret society while confined to a cruel finishing school designed to turn him into the perfect wife. If you are looking for a spooky, mystical YA novel featuring a trans main character, this book is for you!
The Beginner's Guide To Being A Trans Ally by Christina Whittlesey
This guide contains practical advice, suggestions and resources for those seeking to gain a better understanding of gender identity and become a better ally to the trans community.
Trans Bodies, Trans Selves edited by Laura Erickson-Schroth
Trans Bodies, Trans Selves is a revolutionary resource — a comprehensive, reader-friendly guide for transgender people, with each chapter written by transgender and gender-expansive authors.
Gender Euphoria by Laura Kate Dale
In this groundbreaking anthology, nineteen trans, non-binary, agender, gender-fluid, and intersex writers share their experiences of gender euphoria, a powerful feeling of happiness experienced as a result of moving away from one's birth-assigned gender.
Trans Futures Now: A Guide For The Queer Community And Allies To Achieve Acceptance by Milo Stewart
Read the stories of trans people who don’t make it into the mainstream media and use their personal experiences to answer, “Where do we go from here?” in the fight against transphobia and for trans rights. Ages 14+.
Pageboy by Elliot Page
The Oscar-nominated star who captivated the world with his performance in Juno finally shares his truth.
A Girlhood by Carolyn Hays
A call to action, an ode to community, a plea for empathy, a hope for a better future — a love letter to a child who has always known exactly who she is, and who is waiting for the rest of the world to catch up.
Any Other City by Hazel Jane Plante
The fictional memoir of a trans indie rock musician that reveals how the act of creation can heal trauma and even change the past.
