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Meanwhile, Elsewhere is a literary collection that brings together a series of short stories by multiple authors, each offering fresh perspectives on LGBTQ life and trans experiences. The anthology highlights the nuanced realities of gender nonconformity and celebrates the breadth of the queer community.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Cat Fitzpatrick
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