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Book Synopsis: Traveling While Black And Lesbian is a raw and honest story about a queer, black woman’s journey around the world and her struggle to navigate it as her authentic self. Khanyisa begins this “tell all” by bringing us into her childhood. She transports us to her life as a little girl growing up poor in rural South Africa, being the first generation of black children to live in post-apartheid South Africa, her conflict with her sexual identity and religion, her battle with depression and loss.
As a traveler that is queer, black and female – Khanyisa has experienced the complexities of negotiating ones different identities in different parts of the world. We watch her come out of the closet in South Korea, find deep connections with her Muslim friends in Malaysia, walk in spiritual presence at the Mayan ruins in Guatemala, and so much more. Khanyisa also brings into her intimate relationships – we bear witness to her falling in love, getting her heartbroken and picking up the pieces. This is a true testimony of triumph, human connection, and the return to oneself.
In this memoir, we learn the true power that lies within each of us when we finally begin to embrace our true and authentic selves.
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Traveling While Black and Lesbian: TWBL is a captivating memoir that will take you on a journey around the world through the eyes of a queer, black woman. Khanyisa's raw and honest storytelling will transport you to her childhood, where she grew up with limited resources in rural South Africa. As the first generation of black children in post-apartheid South Africa, she faced challenges from a young age, including the conflict between her sexual identity and religion. Her battle with depression and loss only added to the complexity of her journey.
Khanyisa's experiences as a queer, black, and female traveler offer a unique perspective on the complexities of navigating different identities in different parts of the world. Join her as she comes out of the closet in South Korea, forms deep connections with her Muslim friends in Malaysia, and finds spiritual solace at the Mayan ruins in Guatemala. This memoir also delves into her intimate relationships, allowing us to witness her journey of falling in love, getting her heartbroken, and ultimately finding the strength to pick up the pieces.
Traveling While Black and Lesbian is a true testimony of triumph, human connection, and the powerful transformation that occurs when we embrace our true and authentic selves. Through Khanyisa's story, you will discover the incredible power that lies within each of us to overcome obstacles and find our place in the world. Don't miss out on this inspiring memoir that will leave you feeling empowered and ready to embrace your own journey.
Ready to embark on this extraordinary adventure with Khanyisa? Get your copy of Traveling While Black and Lesbian: TWBL today and discover the transformative power of embracing your true self.
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