Hey Rebels, wanna hear something we're very proud of?

Introducing our newest book, Rebel Girls Celebrate Pride, 25 Tales of Self Love in Community.

This collection features 25 inspiring tales from the LGBTQIA Plus community.

Find out how these women, girls, and non-binary people broke down barriers, honored their identities

and lived authentically no matter what anyone else said.

All of the writers and illustrators who made this book are LGBTQIA Plus creators,

and were thrilled to partner with GLAD to make this book happen.

So order now on Amazon or wherever you get your books.

Let's celebrate Pride and stay Rebel.

Once upon a time in a small town in Texas, a young child named Alok Vade Menon

was rifling through their mother's closet, looking for something exciting to wear.

Every month, Alok's tight-knit Indian community gathered to have a potluck.

Alok loved and excused to dress up in their mom or sister's clothes and performed.

Alok had big dreams of being a fashion designer when they grew up.

On this night, Alok decided to drape themselves in a long bathroom towel

and wear it like an elegant gown.

Then, Alok strode into the living room and danced for their family and friends.

They felt the lively Bollywood music pulsing in their skin,

filling them with a dazzling glow.

Everyone cheered and sang along.

Alok felt so bright and alive.

They just wanted to share this joy with the world.

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