Trans+: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You by Kathryn Gonzales and Karen Rayne

Short Summary

Trans+: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You by Kathryn Gonzales and Karen Rayne is a comprehensive and empowering guide for transgender teens. It covers identity, transition, relationships, dating, and safe sex in an inclusive, practical, and supportive way, with real stories and diagrams to help young people feel informed and validated.

Age Group

Suitable for children aged 14 to 18 years.

Topics Discussed

Non Binary | Transgender

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What this book is about

  • Trans+: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You is an inclusive and practical guide written specifically for transgender teens.
  • It explains gender identity, the physical and emotional changes of transition, and practical advice such as safe breast binding.
  • The book includes real-life stories from trans people alongside insights from the authors, making it relatable and grounded in lived experience.
  • There are clear diagrams and resources, including suggestions to explore online content like YouTube for further learning.
  • The dating chapter is particularly strong, covering healthy versus unhealthy relationships and highlighting that domestic violence can affect teenagers too.
  • It also addresses sex—what it is, how to approach it safely, and how to make sexual experiences respectful and affirming.
  • Towards the end, the book covers navigating disclosure at home, school, and work, including handling situations where acceptance may be challenging.
  • Throughout, the tone is supportive and empowering, encouraging young people to be confident in who they are.
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Cath Hakanson is a qualified family sex educator, sexual health nurse and author with 30+ years of clinical and education experience. As an AuDHD parent of two neurodivergent children, she creates clear, practical sex ed resources that help parents talk about bodies, puberty, consent, porn, relationships and sex without shame or judgement.