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Discoveries In the Closet: A Young Man's Struggle With Faith and Sexuality
Discoveries In the Closet: A Young Man's Struggle With Faith and Sexuality
Discoveries In the Closet: A Young Man's Struggle With Faith and Sexuality
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A 80's, 90's, and early 2000's retrospective of being religious and gay. A hard-hitting, bold memoir on the after-effects of bullying, the gay cure industry and navigating the pitfalls of coming out later in life.

ENDORSEMENTS:
“LA bravely shares his story that is both insightful and surprisingly humorous given the traumas he experienced in the Ex-Gay world. His bravery will no doubt inspire others to overcome their own obstacles. I was deeply moved by this book.”
–Joe Kort PH.D, MSW, MA

“LA gives great insight into the coming out process. I highly recommend this book!” ---Rachel Crandal-Crocker, MSW, LMSW, ACSW

"This book mirrors what many of us in the LGBT Community have felt & experienced growing up in strong religious families. Anyone struggling with their faith and sexuality should read this book. -- D. Dreisbach, Published Photographer
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Release dateFeb 28, 2018
ISBN9780986154911
Discoveries In the Closet: A Young Man's Struggle With Faith and Sexuality

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