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Tomboy Survival Guide

Name: Tomboy Survival Guide
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Book Synopsis: Stonewall Book Award Honor Book winner; Hilary Weston Writers' Trust of Canada Prize for Non-Fiction finalist Ivan Coyote is a celebrated storyteller and the author of ten previous books, including Gender Failure (with Rae Spoon) and One in Every Crowd, a collection for LGBT youth. Tomboy Survival Guide is a funny and moving memoir told in stories, in which Ivan recounts the pleasures and difficulties of growing up a tomboy in Canada’s Yukon, and how they learned to embrace their tomboy past while carving out a space for those of us who don’t fit neatly into boxes or identities or labels.

Ivan writes movingly about many firsts: the first time they were mistaken for a boy; the first time they purposely discarded their bikini top so they could join the boys at the local swimming pool; and the first time they were chastised for using the women’s washroom. Ivan also explores their years as a young butch, dealing with new infatuations and old baggage, and life as a gender-box-defying adult, in which they offer advice to young people while seeking guidance from others. (And for tomboys in training, there are even directions on building your very own unicorn trap.)

Tomboy Survival Guide warmly recounts Ivan’s adventures and mishaps as a diffident yet free-spirited tomboy, and maps their journey through treacherous gender landscapes and a maze of labels that don’t quite stick, to a place of self-acceptance and an authentic and personal strength. These heartfelt, funny, and moving stories are about the culture of difference - a "guide" to being true to one’s self.

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Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance? Look no further than Tomboy Survival Guide, a captivating memoir by celebrated storyteller Ivan Coyote. This book is not just another run-of-the-mill story; it is a Stonewall Book Award Honor Book winner, guaranteeing you a captivating and empowering read.

Tomboy Survival Guide takes you on a rollercoaster ride through Ivan's experiences as a tomboy growing up in the beautiful backdrop of Canada's Yukon. You'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll be inspired by their resilience in the face of societal norms. This memoir is a heartfelt celebration of individuality and a powerful reminder that it's okay to break free from conventional identities and labels.

Discover Ivan's collection of stories that highlight the joys and challenges of being a tomboy. From the amusing tale of their first encounter of being mistaken for a boy to the rebellious act of shedding their bikini top to join the boys at the local swimming pool, Ivan shares relatable anecdotes that will resonate with every reader. Not only that, but you'll also get a glimpse into their journey as a young butch, dealing with first loves and life's baggage.

As you navigate through these pages, you'll find invaluable guidance for embracing your own unique identity. Ivan's advice to young readers will provide you with the strength to stay true to yourself, reminding you that conformity isn't the only path. They show you that it is possible to carve your own space in a world that often tries to put you in a box.

If you're ready to explore the enchanting world of tomboyhood, Tomboy Survival Guide is your go-to companion. It beautifully captures the spirit of difference and serves as a heartfelt guide to self-acceptance. So why wait? Start your journey today by grabbing your very own copy of Tomboy Survival Guide!

Click here to get your copy of Tomboy Survival Guide and embark on your own adventure towards self-acceptance!

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