For readers of Belly of the Beast, Care Work, and The Body is Not an Apology

Fit is subjective. Who our society designates as fit--and who gets to be fit in our society--is predefined by the coaches, gyms, and systems at large that uphold and reproduce the Fitness Industrial Complex for their own structural and material gain.

The Fitness Industrial Complex uplifts some bodies while denigrating others. Bodies that are Black, Brown, queer, trans, poor, fat, and disabled--bodies that don't conform, that resist and disrupt--are excluded from being fit. Through the stories and experiences of activist trainers, coaches, and bodyworkers of diverse identities and experiences, this anthology interrogates:

• The ideas and beliefs we've internalized about health, fitness, and our own and others' bodies

• How to deconstruct and re-envision fitness as a practice for all bodies

• The fitness industry's role in upholding and reinforcing oppression

• Exclusivity, unsafety, and harm in mainstream fitness spaces

• How to empower ourselves and our communities to push back against the FIC

Gender-Affirming Surgeries: Planning through Post-op for Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming Adults is adapted from the more comprehensive A Practical Reference for Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming Adults, stepping the reader chronologically through the long, complicated, often confusing surgery process.

You'll learn what major masculinizing and feminizing surgery options and procedures are right for you, including new vaginoplasty techniques, phalloplasty refinements, and even nonbinary options. Find out how to choose a surgeon, pay for surgery, and get healthy beforehand by quitting smoking and losing weight. The book also covers myriad aspects of post-operative care, such as nutrition for better healing, pain management, post-vaginoplasty dilation, recognizing post-operative complications, and when to seek help.

Richly illustrated and written in clear, accessible language with deep medical accuracy and compassion, this book is a must-read before your own surgery-and to keep at your bedside afterward. If you're a caregiver, partner, or parent, it will give you confidence as an advocate. If you're a physician, an ARNP or PA, or a mental health professional, you probably did not receive this training in medical school-and here's your chance to learn now.

From the author of the renowned Where's MY Book? A Guide for Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Youth, Their Parents, & Everyone Else comes an incredible resource for anyone who is transgender or gender-nonconforming-and their families, friends, and medical providers.

Written by Linda Gromko, MD, a Seattle family doctor with decades of experience, A Practical Reference for Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming Adults answers the questions you always wanted to ask in clear, accessible language and with deep medical accuracy, sensitivity, and compassion. It discusses gender identity and dysphoria, hormone treatment, gender presentation and products, and surgeries for masculinization and feminization. The book also features practical tips on coming out, finding gender-affirming healthcare and counseling, traveling, changing documents, navigating sex and relationships, cultivating personal safety, dealing with family and children, treating depression and PTSD with trauma-informed therapy, pregnancy planning, and living a long, healthy life.

Despite its huge scope, A Practical Reference is anything but boring or dry. Dr. Gromko also shares years of her patients' wisdom, humor, and practical information on getting through every day in the best way possible, along with advice and insight from top medical professionals. Precise diagrams and medical illustrations clearly define complex information, complemented by beautiful, colorful art by Jacquie Beck.

In a world often hostile to the gender-nonconforming community, A Practical Reference provides a safe, reassuring space to explore ways to not only enrich-and literally save-lives, but also to make them the fullest, best-lived ones they can be.

Beyond Worship started as a digital zine published Fort Washington Collegiate Church's website with only a few contributors. Under the direction of Minister James Admans (they/them) and funded by the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship, the zine Beyond Worship sought to collect any written material by LGBTQIA+ authors that could be shared in a worship space. The goal was to not only demonstrate that LGBTQIA+ members of the church are accepted, but part of the community and have something to contribute.

When Publisher Lori Perkins, a member of Fort Washington, read the zine, she was immediately inspired to expand upon the idea of belonging in a community not just to LGBTQIA+ members of Fort Washington, but any LGBTQIA+ person struggling to find a sense of belonging in a community that they can call home and wanting, but struggling, to find their relationship with a higher purpose.

Beyond Worship seeks to show LGBTQIA+ people that they are divine, here for a reason, and have so much to contribute to their communities.

Whether a poem, a short story, a psalm, a meditative guide, or an academic paper, each LGBTQIA+ author in this anthology explores what it means to find community and love in a society that tells them they are undeserving of both. From all over the world and from a variety of faith traditions, each author's piece shows readers different ways of being in a world worth experiencing.

Who Am I? I Am... is the 10th coloring book in The Creative Representation Empire coloring book series. The purpose of this coloring book is to provide definitions and words to help individuals identify themselves starting from an understanding of ethnic backgrounds, and pronouns, to sexual orientation, and gender identity. It is our hope by empowering individuals with the verbiage to self-identify we create spaces for people's voices to be heard. This book is also being published on the 10-year anniversary of the author Winston coming out of the closet, which she did at 13. She notes that this book was a resource that she wished she had to find community with other Black and Brown LGBTQ+ community members.

The Creative Representation Empire, TCRE, is a line of coloring books and other creative tools used to highlight, educate, and represent various cultures and identities. TCRE directly reflects the children that will color the books through curated photographs of real people to emphasize to children of color that they are not alone in life, their identity struggles, or their dreams. TCRE is a continuously growing catalog of books and tools representing different cultures, lifestyles, and ethnicities.

Radiantly Queer: Affirming Our Authentic Lives, authored by Liam Sawyer, is a testament to the resilience, strength, and vibrancy of the LGBTQ+ community. Sawyer, originally from Ukraine and now a resident of New York, shares his personal journey of self-discovery and acceptance through the pages of this book.

Sawyer's narrative extends beyond his own experiences, incorporating the shared emotional landscapes and journeys of many within the LGBTQ+ community. This book serves as a beacon of hope, acceptance, and validation for those navigating their own paths.

The purpose of Radiantly Queer: Affirming Our Authentic Lives goes beyond defining identities-it celebrates them. Sawyer has created a resource that nurtures both the soul and the self, providing a space for reflection, validation, and empowerment. He emphasizes the importance of sharing stories, making connections, and spreading love.

This work is not just a book; it's a testament to the spirit of the LGBTQ+ community and a companion for anyone on their journey of self-discovery. Sawyer hopes that readers will find pieces of themselves within its pages and feel validated in their identity and experiences. No matter how your story unfolds, Radiantly Queer: Affirming Our Authentic Lives reminds you that you are an essential part of the grand narrative of life.

Step into the glamorous world of drag with Mica Shine's Becoming a Drag Queen. This captivating guide takes you on a journey through the art of creating a mesmerizing drag queen persona, focusing on embracing hyper-femininity and dazzling stage presence.

Discover the secrets to crafting a character that exudes confidence and captivates audiences. Learn how to define your drag persona by developing a backstory, personality traits, and style preferences that make you stand out as an enchanting diva, glamorous starlet, or sultry seductress.

Master the art of makeup with tips on contouring, highlighting, and transforming your face into a stunning canvas that emphasizes feminine features. Explore the world of wigs and hairstyling and choose eye-catching outfits that reflect hyper-feminine allure. Enhance your look with dazzling accessories, elegant footwear, and graceful choreography that embodies your character's personality.

Gain insight into creating a unique drag persona by exploring self-expression, finding inspiration, and developing character backstories. Experiment with style and aesthetics, and bring your character to life with makeup, wigs, costumes, and accessories.

Mica Shine's Becoming a Drag Queen is more than just a guide-it's an invitation to celebrate creativity, beauty, and the art of transformation. Whether you're a seasoned performer or a newcomer to the drag scene, this book will inspire you to embrace your hyper-feminine persona and let your inner diva shine brightly on stage. Unleash your creativity and redefine femininity with every performance.