Janet Mock - Surpassing Certainty

2017, English, Janet Mock,

Full title: "Surpassing Certainty: What My Twenties Taught Me" by Janet Mock.

"The journey begins a few months before her twentieth birthday. Janet Mock is adjusting to her days as a first-generation college student at the University of Hawaii and her nights as a dancer at a strip club. Finally content in her body, she vacillates between flaunting and concealing herself as she navigates dating and disclosure, sex and intimacy, and most important, letting herself be truly seen."

Janet Mock is an American writer, television host, director, producer, and transgender rights activist. She was born on March 10, 1983, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Janet Mock gained prominence for her advocacy work in the LGBTQ+ community and her contributions to media and literature.

Mock first gained attention with the release of her memoir, "Redefining Realness: My Path to Womanhood, Identity, Love & So Much More," which was published in 2014. The book chronicles her experiences growing up as a transgender woman of color in Hawaii and her journey toward self-discovery and acceptance. It became a bestseller and earned her acclaim for her frank and honest storytelling.

In addition to her work as an author, Janet Mock has been a prominent voice in the media industry. She has worked as a writer, producer, and director on various projects, contributing to television shows such as "Pose" and "The Politician." Janet Mock made history in 2019 when she became the first openly transgender woman of color to secure a deal with a major studio, signing a groundbreaking deal with Netflix.

Janet Mock is also known for her activism, advocating for transgender rights, gender equality, and social justice. She has been a speaker at various events and has used her platform to raise awareness about the issues facing the transgender community.

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