A random collection of over 1910 books and audiobooks authored by or about my transgender, intersex sisters, and gender-nonconforming persons all over the world. I read some of them, and I was inspired by some of them. I met some of the authors and heroines, some of them are my best friends, and I had the pleasure and honor of interviewing some of them. If you know of any transgender biography that I have not covered yet, please let me know.
Full title: "Becoming Amber: A Transwoman's Memoir" by Amber Malenab.
"Becoming Amber: A Transwoman's Memoir is the inspiring true story of one Filipina transwoman's journey from a troubled childhood to self-discovery and acceptance.
Hambert was born into a conservative Filipino family and struggled to accept her true gender identity for many years. Through her struggles, Amber discovers her true identity and learns to embrace her authentic self.
Through her memoir, Amber shares her inspiring story of resilience, courage, and transformation. She recounts her life growing up in the Philippines, her journey to the United States, and her life-changing experience coming out as a transwoman. Amber's story is one of hope and courage, as she shows readers how it is possible to be true to yourself and find acceptance and peace in the world. Becoming Amber: A Transwoman's Memoir is an uplifting and inspiring story of one woman's journey to becoming her true self."
2023,
Amber Malenab,
English,
Philippines,
Full title: "Geena Rocero: Biography of a Transgender Model, Advocate, and Entrepreneur" by Muse Publishing.
"Step into Geena's world as she takes you on a transformative voyage from her humble beginnings in Manila, Philippines, to the dazzling runways of the fashion industry. With raw honesty and unwavering courage, she recounts the challenges she faced as a transgender woman, navigating a society often resistant to change.
Uncover the pivotal moment when Geena Rocero bravely stepped onto the TED stage and delivered her groundbreaking talk, shattering barriers and catalyzing a global movement. Witness her unyielding dedication to advocating for transgender rights, championing authenticity, and challenging societal norms.
2023,
English,
Geena Rocero,
Muse Publishing,
Philippines,
Full title: "Horse Barbie: A Memoir" by Geena Rocero.
"As a young femme growing up in Manila in the 1990s, Geena Rocero endured shouts of bakla, bakla!, a Filipino taunt aimed at her feminine sway, whenever she left the little universe of her eskinita. Eventually she found her place in trans pageants, events as widely attended and culturally significant as a national sport, going to high school by day and competing by night. When her competitors denigrated her with the nickname "horse barbie," due to her statuesque physique, tumbling hair, long neck, and dark skin, she leaned into the epithet, stepping onto stage with an undeniable charisma - part equine and all fashion.
By seventeen, she was the Philippines' most prominent and highest-earning trans pageant queen. When she moved to the United States, Geena was able to change her name and gender marker on her documents, which wasn't--and still isn't--possible for trans people in the Philippines. But legal recognition didn't come with any guarantee of safety.
2023,
English,
Geena Rocero,
Philippines,
Full title: "Naughty and Nice: The Colorful Life of Transsexual Vanessa" by Vanessa Mateo.
"Filipino transsexual Vanessa shares with you her stories about close family ties, good friendships, enduring happiness, fulfillment of dreams, and sizzling bedroom experiences. It's also the story of a young boy who grows up to become a beautiful woman inside and out.
Born to a middle-class family in the Philippines, Vanessa overcame life's challenges and obstacles during her younger years. Living as a full-time female transsexual in her twenties, Vanessa encountered many difficulties and difficult people but eventually overran her critics and detractors.
2007,
English,
Philippines,
Vanessa Mateo,
Full title: "Overnight Woman: Memoirs of Donita Ganzon".
""Overnight Woman" is the second among four autobiographical books written by Donita Ganzon, whose name became sensational as the first Asian-American true transsexual who sued the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (US CIS). The other books which will be released later are "Vietnam," "The Twisted Man," and "Sham."
In "Overnight Woman," we see a skinny boy who had shown good leadership at a younger age. He was an unfortunate child who was forced to live in Boys’ Town, a place for poor children in the Philippines. Always a top student in his class, he was stationed as a Public Health Nurse Advisor in Vietnam before he moved to Chicago, where he had a Sex Re-Assignment Surgery (SRS). The news landed in several major newspapers in Manila, Philippines. But who would know that this feat in life is just the beginning of more intricate chapters of controversial issues and heavy challenges that she has to face. The book is a must-read!"
2008,
Donita Ganzon,
English,
Philippines,
USA,
'Non-reproductive lifestyles are discriminated against, even punishable by death in some countries. This raises the philosophical question of whether, for example, same-sex relationships could not be a possible answer from nature to problems such as overpopulation or "unwanted" or "neglected" life, biological alternatives to abortion or "baby hatch".
A sexual facet of human life is TRANSSEXUALITY - people whose bodies differ from the brain-determined birth sex. People who often have to deny their innate identity in order to survive in a society shaped by dogma.
This book introduces you to three Filipino trans women: Bea, Julia, and Paige. Born with a male body, living her female soul. Three People of Planet Earth...'
2011,
German,
Joachim Reinhold,
Philippines,
"In “He’s Dating the Transgender,” published by Anvil Publishing, Inc. and released at the Manila International Book Fair, Art explores his relationship with Trixie, a transgender beauty queen."
"There are different ways to enjoy “He’s Dating the Transgender.” You can read it like you would a romance novel and let the kilig wash over you. You can read it as an educational tool—Art devoted paragraphs to LGBT issues, sexual orientation, gender identity, etiquette in dealing with transwomen, but not in a preachy way."
"You can read it to figure out exactly where you stand and how you feel about equality. But try to read it with an open mind and an open heart."
2015,
Art Sta. Ana,
English,
Philippines,
