Author Event with Jamie Raines/The T in LGBT: Everything You Need to Know About Being Trans

Join Anderson’s Bookshop for an in-person event with author Jamie Raines, to celebrate the release of The T in LGBT: Everything You Need to Know About Being Trans, on Monday, June 10th at 7pm in Madden Theatre on the campus of North Central College. Jamie and Shaaba will be in conversation with Ty Turner.

Event Format

• Author Presentation, Audience Q&A

• Signing & Photo Line

Pre-registration is required for this event because space is limited.

More about The T in LGBT: Everything You Need to Know About Being Trans :  

A practical and highly accessible guide for those navigating society as a trans person or trying to gain understanding of the trans experience, from psychologist, content creator, and LGBTQ+ advocate Jamie Raines, with over one million YouTube subscribers.

The T in LGBT offers the reader a safe space to explore and learn about the myriad topics surrounding gender identity. Whether you're questioning your own identity and are looking for advice on certain stages of transition, or you're wanting to learn about the trans experience to support someone and better understand allyship, this is your one-stop guide to everything trans related, covering everything from dysphoria to hormones, pronouns to myth busting common misconceptions and everything in between. The T in LGBT is packed with advice, easily digestible fact boxes, and personal stories from an array of trans voices.

Handled with sensitivity and making sure to explore even the most basic of issues at the heart of a trans experience, Jamie Raines has written a beautiful, practical, and highly accessible guide to those navigating society as a trans person or trying to gain a better understanding of the trans experience.

About the Author: 

Jamie Raines is a transgender creator known for his quintessential humor and advocacy. He makes twice-weekly videos to his audience of over a million people on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Named Influencer of the Year and Sunday Times Best Selling Author of The T in LGBT, Jamie is a leading figure in the UK LGBT community. His PhD in psychology focusing on transgender wellbeing, development, and sexuality, also supports this.   

Shaaba (conversation partner) is a brown, bisexual creator known for her advice content and music to her audience of over a hundred thousand people on YouTube and Instagram. Her genuine and intimate insights of life make her a friend to all through videos, songs, and as co-host of the 1 800 Drama podcast with Jamie. Her debut single was immediately picked up by BBC Introducing and her music is a hit across all streaming platforms. Shaaba also has a PhD in psychology and computer science on social media and its impact on wellbeing and behavior. 

Ty Turner, a self-proclaimed "professional trans man," has shared his life and transition on YouTube for over a decade. He's the creator of Fit To Me, the first ever custom clothing line designed to fit and flatter transgender people. He hosts an annual Queer Retreat that brings his community together for a week filled with exploration, connection, and fun in stunning national parks. And he's been doing education and outreach for several years, having spoken at colleges and pride events all over the world.

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