All Boys Aren't Blue

From the memories of getting his teeth kicked out by bullies at age five, to flea marketing with his loving grandmother, to his first sexual relationships, this young-adult memoir weaves together the trials and triumphs faced by Black queer boys.

Both a primer for teens eager to be allies as well as a reassuring testimony for young queer men of color, All Boys Aren't Blue covers topics such as gender identity, toxic masculinity, brotherhood, family, structural marginalization, consent, and Black joy. Johnson's emotionally frank style of writing will appeal directly to young adults. (Johnson used he/him pronouns at the time of publication.)

Reader Fit: Perfect for teens and adults looking for an honest memoir about identity, family, resilience, and growing up at the intersection of multiple identities.

Why We Carry It: We carry All Boys Aren't Blue because George M. Johnson shares the lived experience of growing up Black and queer with vulnerability and hope. The memoir broadens readers' understanding of identity, belonging, and the importance of community and self-acceptance.