Books like Ambidextrous by Felice Picano
The book follows the journey of a young boy who is experiencing his personal and sexual awakening during his middle school years. The author draws on his own experiences to create a semi-autobiographical account of this period in his life. The story is filled with vivid descriptions of the author's thoughts and feelings, as he navigates the complexities of his sexuality and comes to terms with his identity.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: General Fiction/Autofiction
Authors: Felice Picano
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