All are invited to attend a talk by E.Lockhart at the Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Rd., Bethesda, MD 20814 on Thursday Feb. 16, 5pm. Copies of her books will be for sale through an arrangement with Politics and Prose Bookstore. She will sign books after her talk.
The Washington Children's Book Guild is hosting author Ruta Sepetys, author of the book Between Shades of Gray, a popular book among our group, at a luncheon at the Channel Inn in Washington D.C. on Thursday January 19. The meeting begins at noon and ends at 2 p.m. For details about Ruta's talk, luncheon options and the work of the Guild check out the guild's blog, www.childrensbookguildblog.blogspot.com
If you would like to attend contact member Edie Ching, edie.ching@verizon.net
J has always known he was male, but somehow he was born in a female body. Conflicts with parents who refuse to see him clearly cause J to run away, find a school for LGBT students, and begin the counseling necessary for gender reassignment. While J is not always a particularly appealing character, the author's insight into the mind of someone who feels constantly mis-perceived is arresting. The classic teen theme of searching for and building one's own identity is sharpened by J's gender issue. J's journey strains his relationships with friends and family, but the conclusion is hopeful and positive. This could be a significant book, giving insight into an important but little-explored topic. A list of resources is included. 14 and Up. Valerie Diamond
Born in a girl's body, J knows he’s a guy, but even his parents and best friend can't see him for who he really is. In this nuanced portrait, J's search for self includes attending an LGBT-oriented school and investigating gender-reassignment. LGBT resources list appended.
