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Yay! You're Gay! Now What?

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 demand for. It will transport you love, a instinct of identity, a fresh community, and eventually the freedom to be yourself. I promise!

In this personal, heartfelt go-to instruction for young queer guys, YouTuber and presenter Riyadh Khalaf shares frank tip about everything from coming out to relationships, as well as interviews with inspirational queer role models, and encouragement for times when you're feeling shallow. 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 lgbtq+, 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

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Meet our May Q&A author&#; Riyadh Khalaf is a correspondent, YouTuber and Diverse advocate. He is best known for fronting groundbreaking BBC docuseries Queer Britain. He first came to prominence on YouTube where his comedy and LGBT+ videos soon made him a “gay big brother” to younger viewers looking for inspiration and help with their identities. His channel has since amassed over 45 million views.  

In this personal, heartfelt go-to instruction for young lgbtq+ guys, Riyadh 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. 

Can you tell us a bit more about why you decided to write the book? Did it take a extended time or did you find your fingers tripping over themselves on your keypad as all your thoughts and feelings came tumbling out?

Over the years I’ve been sent thousands of messages from young gender non-conforming people around the world desperate for advice. They’re usually struggling with coming out, bullies, homophobic parents, self-harm or su

Publisher Description

Yay! You're gay! Or maybe you're bi. Or maybe you just perceive different…in time, that difference will become the greatest gift you could inquire for. It will deliver you love, a perception of identity, a modern community, and eventually the freedom to be yourself. I promise!

In this personal, heartfelt go-to mentor for young queer guys, broadcaster, YouTuber, and LGBT+ advocate Riyadh Khalaf shares frank advice about everything from coming out to relationships, as well as 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 from around the world. Plus, inspirational gay men including Stephen Fry, Clark Moore, and James Kavanagh contribute the advice they would give to their younger selves.

Packed with practical advice and bright, quirky illustrations and photos, this book contains chapters on: Labels—what does it signify to be gay, bi, trans, or queer?Coming outFirst crushes, first kisses, and first ti