Books like Intersex (for lack of a better word) by Thea Hillman
Thea Hillman’s memoir, "Intersex (For Lack of a Better Word)", offers an intimate, diary‑style exploration of intersex identity and gender. Drawing on personal experiences, Hillman examines family quirks, queer community observations, and searing encounters in San Francisco’s nightlife. Her narrative, judged by the Lambda Literary Award, challenges societal norms and advocates for cultural and social change surrounding intersex and LGBTQ identities.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: Thea Hillman
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