I know this isn't my typical type of book, but when I saw this book offered on Amazon Vine, I knew I needed to pick it up. When I grew up in the 90's & 2000's books like this didn't exist (that I know of), but I'm glad that the next generation can go into a bookstore and find an LGBTQ+ affirming book to help them through the rough parts of life. 

This book is exactly what I would have loved my younger self to read. Heck, I probably wouldn't have hid in the closet for 31 years if I had a book that talked openly and joyfully about being LGBTQ+. This book has everything you could want, from dealing with bullies to finding the community and a small section on consent and when you're ready to go all the way in a relationship and how to do it safely. 

This is a great book that deals with more challenging topics (bullying, homophobia, etc.) but also has joy and love in it. This is not full of tragic stories but still tells (age-appropriate) history without trauma dumping. Being Gay in our world can be terrifying, so I was happy that this book celebrates the joy of being gay.