All Boys Aren't Blue

In a series of personal essays; prominent journalist and LGBTQIA+ activist George M. Johnson explores his childhood; adolescence; and college years in New Jersey and Virginia. From the memories of getting his teeth kicked out by bullies at age five; to flea marketing with his loving grandmother; to his first sexual relationships; this young-adult memoir weaves together the trials and triumphs faced by Black queer boys. Both a primer for teens eager to be allies as well as a reassuring testimony for young queer men of color; All Boys Arent Blue covers topics such as gender identity; toxic masculinity; brotherhood; family; structural marginalization; consent; and Black joy. Johnsons emotionally frank style of writing will appeal directly to young adults.