Autoboyography

Reach for this book when your teenager is navigating the friction between their personal identity and the expectations of their community, particularly regarding faith or sexuality. It is a powerful resource for older teens who feel they must lead a double life to maintain peace within their family or social circle. The story follows Tanner, a bisexual teen who has moved to a conservative town and falls for the son of a prominent LDS bishop. It explores the heavy weight of secrecy, the beauty of first love, and the painful reality of institutional rejection. Parents might choose this title to foster empathy for those in restrictive environments or to open a safe dialogue about honesty, religious trauma, and the courage it takes to live authentically. It is most appropriate for high schoolers due to its mature exploration of romance and systemic exclusion.