Self help
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What the Hell Just Happened?!
Comfort and Wisdom for When Your World Falls Apart
Richy K. Chandler, illustrated by Richy K. Chandler
Is something that happened to you weighing you down? If so, this picture book for adults is the pick-me-up you need. With Richy K. Chandler's artistic flair, warmth and humour, it shows how to face the past and embrace the future, providing pragmatic advice about how to get back on your feet. Learn More2018, Hardback, 7.05in x 6.26in / 179mm x 159mm, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 97817859251222018, Ebook, PDF, 56pp, $13.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-903-3 -
Phoenix Goes to School
A Story to Support Transgender and Gender Diverse Children
Michelle and Phoenix Finch, illustrated by Sharon Davey
Phoenix wants to wear her favourite purple dress to express her gender, but she is scared of being bullied on her first day of school. Follow Phoenix's journey as she arrives at school, makes some friends, stands up for herself, and helps us learn to be true to who we really are. Learn More2018, 40pp -
A House for Everyone
A Story to Help Children Learn about Gender Identity and Gender Expression
Jo Hirst, illustrated by Naomi Bardoff
This children's picture book helps adults to explain gender identity and expression to 4 to 8 year olds using simple language and engaging, diverse characters, covering the entire spectrum of gender. Includes a guide for parents and professionals and a lesson plan at the end of the book. Learn More2018, Hardback, 9.72in x 9.72in / 247mm x 247mm, 32pp, $16.95ISBN: 97817859244842018, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, $16.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-823-4 -
Vincent the Vixen
A Story to Help Children Learn about Gender Identity
Alice Reeves, illustrated by Phoebe Kirk
Vincent is a fox who is assigned male at birth, but who knows they are actually a girl. With the help of family and friends, Vincent begins to understand their gender identity and the importance of accepting and being authentic to who they truly are. Part of the Truth & Tails series for children ages 4-8. Learn More2018, Hardback, 8.58in x 8.39in / 218mm x 213mm, 48pp, $15.95ISBN: 97817859245072018, Ebook, PDF, 36pp, $15.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-826-5 -
Forgiveness is Really Strange
Masi Noor and Marina Cantacuzino. Art by Sophie Standing.
This comic, based on science and real-life stories, illustrates the complexity of forgiveness and what it can mean to different people and its potential for positive change. It explores the key aspects of forgiveness and the impact it can have on the mind and psyche. Learn More2018, Hardback, 7.20in x 5.20in / 183mm x 132mm, 64pp, $14.95ISBN: 97817859212472018, Ebook, PDF, 64pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-279-1 -
First Year Out
A Transition Story
Sabrina Symington
This intimate and striking graphic novel follows transgender woman Lily, as she transitions to her true self. Depicting her experiences from coming out right through to gender reassignment surgery, Lily's story provides vital advice on the social, emotional and medical aspects of transitioning and will empower anyone questioning their gender. Learn More2017, Hardback, 10.55in x 7.09in / 268mm x 180mm, 128pp, $24.95ISBN: 97817859225892017, Ebook, PDF, 128pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-303-3 -
Are You a Boy or Are You a Girl?
Sarah Savage and Fox Fisher, illustrated by Fox Fisher
Tiny prefers not to tell other children whether they are a boy or girl. Tiny also loves to play fancy dress, sometimes as a fairy and sometimes as a knight in shining armour. Tiny's family don't seem to mind but when they start a new school some of their new classmates struggle to understand. Learn More2017, Hardback, 11.30in x 8.70in / 287mm x 221mm, 32pp, $16.95ISBN: 97817859226712017, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, $16.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-556-1 -
Who Are You?
The Kid's Guide to Gender Identity
Brook Pessin-Whedbee, illustrated by Naomi Bardoff
This book introduces children to gender as a spectrum and shows how people can bend and break the gender binary and stereotypes. It includes an interactive wheel, clearly showing the difference between our body, expression and identity, and is an effective tool to help children 5+ understand and celebrate diversity. Learn More2016, Hardback, 9.72in x 9.65in / 247mm x 245mm, 40pp, $18.95ISBN: 97817859272872016, Ebook, PDF, 40pp, $18.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-580-6 -
The Forgiveness Project
Stories for a Vengeful Age
Marina Cantacuzino. Forewords by Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu and Alexander McCall Smith.
Powerful real-life stories from survivors and perpetrators of crime and violence worldwide are told here, revealing the very real impact of forgiveness on their lives. They raise the possibility of alternatives to resentment, retaliation and revenge and prompt the question 'how can we define forgiveness?' Learn More2015, Hardback, 9.25in x 6.30in / 235mm x 160mm, 208pp, $25.00ISBN: 978-1-84905-566-62016, Paperback / softback, 7.83in x 6.65in / 199mm x 169mm, 240pp, $15.95ISBN: 97817859200042015, Ebook, ePUB, 240pp, $15.95ISBN: 978-1-78450-006-1 -
Take It as a Compliment
Maria Stoian
After interviewing and receiving anonymous messages from women and men across the globe who have experienced sexual abuse and harassment, Maria Stoian has illustrated their experiences in this powerful collective graphic memoir to express the complex emotions felt by victims of sexual abuse and explore what needs to change. Learn More2015, Hardback, 10.28in x 8.15in / 261mm x 207mm, 100pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-697-72015, Ebook, PDF, 104pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-242-5