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From Gay to Z

A Queer Compendium
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Justin Elizabeth Sayre
This illustrated compendium celebrates LGBTQIA+ history and culture, written by and according to culture icon Justin Elizabeth Sayre!  Based on Sayre’s five-part show in New York City, From Gay to Z is a humorous collection of t...
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"In this rowdy celebration of queer culture, comedian and playwright Sayre (Husky) 'throw[s] a little shade and make[s] a little joy' with a delicious 'who's who of the LGBTQ+.' Offering cheeky illustrations alongside a brisk and breezy cultural history, the guide—which focuses on 'artists and activists who are gay, or have a gay following'—entertains and educates in equal measure."
—Publishers Weekly

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This illustrated compendium celebrates LGBTQIA+ history and culture, written by and according to culture icon Justin Elizabeth Sayre! 

Based on Sayre’s five-part show in New York City, From Gay to Z is a humorous collection of the rich legacy of gay culture, told through the letters of the alphabet. From ABBA to addiction, hair and makeup to HIV, Fannie Flagg to fierce, Sayre offers their own perspective on the things that have influenced gay culture today, including iconic figures, historical moments, ongoing issues in the LGBTQIA+ community, and everything in between. As gay culture is always evolving and different for everyone, this book does not serve as a definitive guide—instead, Sayre encourages readers to use this knowledge to reflect on the things that have informed their personal identities. Engagingly written and beautifully designed, From Gay to Z is a distinctive and dynamic look at gay culture for LGBTQIA+ readers everywhere.

STRONG VOICE AND ENGAGING CONTENT: Sayre’s writing is lively, engaging, and rich. The entries have their own style and contain humorous anecdotes, facts, commentary, and more–all told through Sayre’s animated yet authoritative voice. 

BELOVED, WELL-KNOWN AUTHOR: Sayre is active and well-known in the LGBTQIA+ community and beyond. They’ve been recognized as one of “LA’s 16 Most Talented LGBT Comics” by Frontiers Magazine, and their debut comedy album, The Gay Agenda, was named one of 2016’s “Best Things in Comedy” by The Comedy Bureau. They host their own podcast, Sparkle & Circulate, where they interview performers, writers, and other creative minds of the LGBTQIA+ community. As an activist, Justin's charity benefit show, "Night of a Thousand Judys," raises money for the Ali Forney Center for Homeless LGBTQIA+ youth and is now in its 7th year.

Perfect for:

  • LGBTQIA+ people of all ages
  • Fans of Trixie and Katya’s Guide to Modern Womanhood
  • Those looking for a birthday or holiday gift for their LGBTQIA+ friends and family
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 312
Size: 6 X 8 V
Age Range: Chronicle Books
Publication Date: 05/10/2022
ISBN: 9781452178028
05/10/2022

"In this rowdy celebration of queer culture, comedian and playwright Sayre (Husky) 'throw[s] a little shade and make[s] a little joy' with a delicious 'who's who of the LGBTQ+.' Offering cheeky illustrations alongside a brisk and breezy cultural history, the guide—which focuses on 'artists and activists who are gay, or have a gay following'—entertains and educates in equal measure."
—Publishers Weekly

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