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Explore LGBTQ+ history with these must-read banned books

From intimate memoirs to gripping novels, these reads offer a roadmap through LGBTQ+ history and self-acceptance.

Texas Judge Orders LGBTQ+ Books Be Returned to Public Libraries

The order also returns books on race that were also removed.

Jazz Jennings's First Kiss Was Not Good

Teen Jazz Jennings, who's educated millions of Americans on trans issues thanks to her TLC reality show I Am Jazz, gets personal in her new memoir, Being Jazz. Read about the activist's first romance in an exclusive excerpt, below.

Duggar Daughter Stands by Husband After Antigay Tweets

The next generation of the fertile family still struggles with homophobia and transphobia.

WATCH: A Trans Girl's Inspiring 'Letter to the World'

Teen activist Jazz has a message for other youth about the pride, confidence, and strength that accompanies being transgender.

I Am Jazz: 14, Trans, and the Star of My Own TLC Series

Transgender teenager Jazz Jennings has a new docu-series, I Am Jazz, airing on TLC.

Thank You, Jazz Jennings, for Changing America

This Nebraska mom of a trans teen says we owe reality show star Jazz Jennings a huge debt of gratitude.

Often Imitated, Never Duplicated

The only white artist who has been thoroughly embraced by the black audience, long before Christina Aguilera and the slew of girls to follow, Teena Marie has dominated blue-eyed soul.

Texas County Votes to Keep Library Running After Threatening It Over Banned Books

It comes after a judge ordered the books returned to the library shelves.

Music for boys…and everyone else

Out actor Anthony Rapp and out writer Dennis Hensley talk about their full-on dedication to their music, being out, and whether Flashdance is better than Manilow.

WATCH: Trans Teen Jazz Is the New Face of Clean & Clear

The 14-year-old author, advocate, and TV star just added one more credit to her CV: She's the face of Clean & Clear's new 'See The Real Me' campaign.

Seattle: Second Suspect Sought In Murder of Two Gay Men

Two gay men were gunned down last weekend, on their way home from a club, and the at-large suspect is possibly armed and dangerous.

Meet Marvel's First Transgender Hero: 12-Year-Old 'Mighty' Rebekah

The Advocate spoke with an activist profiled by Marvel's Hero Project who is fighting for acceptance of LGBTQ youth.

Jazz Jennings Pens Eloquent Column on Cancellation of I Am Jazz Reading

After a Wisconsin school canceled the reading of the trans teen's book due to right-wing pressure, she expresses sadness but thanks school administrators for their good intentions.
 

Trans Teen Reality Show I Am Jazz Will Return

TLC has renewed its reality series about the renowned transgender teenager and her family.

Jazz Jennings Has a Pride Message for Trans Youth

The TV star knows it's a difficult and discouraging time, but she can't help but be an optimist.

Hate Group Forces School to Cancel I Am Jazz Book Reading

The Liberty Counsel has pressured an elementary school to cease readings of a children's book written by trans teen Jazz Jennings.

Why the Trans Community Hates The Atlantic's Cover Story

Jesse Singal's discussion of "desistance" is wanting, writes Amanda Kerri.

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WATCH: Hundreds Turn Out to Read I Am Jazz

Families turned out by the hundreds for a reading of the 15-year-old reality star's childrens book about being transgender and to support a transitioning first grader.

Taylor Swift Surprises Ruby Rose at GLAAD Awards

The "Shake It Off" singer made an unexpected appearance to honor the Orange Is the New Black star.