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A good book for parents with gay children

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Does anyone have any book recommendation for parents who are only starting to come to terms with their child's sexuality?

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
 
Now that we've managed to get the extreme hilarities out of the way, how about some actual helpful responses?

Something that would actually help an 18 year old friend of mine who had only just been accepted back to his own house after being disowned by his parents for nearly 1 year. His mom hasn't fully come around just yet, but she's willing and learning as much as she could. So I just thought a good book to help her (and him) with this difficult process would help tremendously.
 
Suggest Alex Sanchez's books, like the Rainbow Boys trilogy. If there is a religious issue, try his book THE GOD BOX. His novels are very good and have helped a lot of teens and their families.
 
The first real answer from the first decent person here .. Thanks Flyde :)

Although, it's not a religious issue. Just a standard issue about a mom who could benefit from listening to other people's stories and experiences.
 
saymyname said:
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Wow, where the fuck did that come from?

In an ideal world, nobody needs to come to terms with anybody's sexuality. You'd be astoundingly naive and stupid to think that this is the actual case. There are still many places in this world where homosexuality is still taboo because the people are not as exposed or educated about the topic as most people in many western countries are. Heck, even a huge chunk of AMERICA is still largely homophobic. Not everybody is lucky enough to have parents as accepting as ours are.

Coming out is a journey and a growing experience, not only for the person himself, but for a lot of people around him. There is nothing wrong about educating yourself and reading about stories from other people to help accelerate the process and learn that you are not alone.

I am not turning this topic into a discussion about anything other than what it was originally intended to be.

Anyways, thanks loselyam and fylde for the actual help. I appreciate it alot.
 
I recommend Not Like Other Boys, by Christopher Shyer

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I always suggest a PFLAG group if you can find one in your area. I know you're looking for a book but often the ability to speak to parents who are/were in your situation helps a great deal.
 
supersync4d said:
Wow this one sounds like a winner, bankside. Thanks heaps!

Have you read it yourself, by any chance?
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Yes! it switches back and forth between his story and his mom's and their journey towards his sefl acceptance and her support.
 
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