Yay! You're Gay! Now What: A Gay Boy's Guide to Life

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Yay! You're gay! Or maybe you're bi. Or maybe you just feel different... in time, that difference will become the greatest gift you could ask for. It will bring you love, a sense of identity, a new community, and eventually the freedom to be yourself. I promise!

In this personal, heartfelt go-to guide for young queer guys, YouTuber and presenter Riyadh Khalaf shares frank advice about everything from coming out to relationships, as well as interviews with inspirational queer role models, and encouragement for times when you're feeling low. There's a support section for family and friends written by Riyadh's parents and LOADS of hilarious, embarrassing, inspiring and moving stories from gay boys around the world.

Includes chapters on:
Labels - what does it mean to be gay, bi, trans or queer; Coming out; Your first crush; Dealing with bullies; Learning to love your body; Sex ed for gay guys; Coping with embarrassing moments; Finding your tribe.

Reviews

'Such a brilliant book, I wish it had been around twenty or thirty years ago.' * Lorraine Kelly *
An engagingly designed how-to for young gay men. Everythings here, from frank discussion of bodies, sex and shame to contributions from notables such as Stephen Fry and DrRanjSingh.' * The Guardian *
'... a breezy life bible for young queer guys that touches on everything from coming out to puberty to sex.' * The Irish Times *
'Riyadh said he wants young gay people to understand they are not 'flawed' or 'sick', but rather a 'wonderful, gorgeous, young human being' * The Daily Mail 'Femail' *

Author Bio

Riyadh Khalaf is a presenter and YouTube creator and one of the internet generations most prominent LGBT faces. His media career began at age 16 when he launched a pirate radio station from his bedroom. Since then he has presented and produced award-winning radio. Originally from Dublin, he now lives in London.