This book is validating, approachable and understanding. It’s an incredibly valuable resource for anyone struggling with the effects of long-term trauma. The author has a thorough and compassionate approach to healing, expanding on much needed hope and relief. Filled with digestible explanations and practical tools, this is a must for understanding and healing CPTSD. The book contains an extensive bibliography for further reading.

This is a beautifully curated book. It provides a fascinating, captivating, striking and poignant visual exploration of identity and the complexities of gender expression through a collection of photographs from a clandestine retreat located in the Catskills in the 1960s and 1970s. The book offers a glimpse into a unique space where men could dress as women and explore their femininity in a supportive environment.

A thorough and very well researched book which brings gender data bias to the forefront of public discourse. Covering public transport, urban design, the dangerous gap in health care and more, this book is a significant call to action, awareness & advocacy to create a more inclusive world for the 50% of women who inhabit the planet.

“Boy, girl, artist, advocate. Courtney is more than the sum of her parts”. This magical memoir takes the reader on a journey of Shane’s segue to becoming Courtney and back again. Shane paints a beautiful picture of sexuality and gender and how the two are not and need not ever be fixed, but are fluid. This memoir highlights that the best body to be living in is the one that makes you happiest!

Ally-ship, joyous & informative

Colourful, approachable & irreverent