By Gayatri Patnaik | Beacon Press sides with the trans and nonbinary community always—and especially in these times. As a book publisher, we speak through our books and want to lift up authors we have had the privilege of publishing over the last thirty years who affirm trans and nonbinary lives and identities. Read more →

In uncertain times like these, publishing progressive and thought-provoking books at Beacon Press becomes ever more urgent. “One of my great joys at Beacon Press is being able to sign progressive books . . . [that] deserve to be read and debated,” said our editorial director Gayatri Patnaik. Crucially, we sign progressive books to lift up the voices of our marginalized communities. This is true for the continued support needed for the transgender community. Read more →

Essential reading by some unique and beloved voices from the transgender community. Read more →

On an extended overseas trip, Nick Krieger comes to terms with when, and when not, to out himself to new people. Read more →

The history of this day dates back to 1998, when Rita Hester was brutally murdered in her home, and her friend, Gwendolyn Ann Smith, launched the Remembering Our Dead web project. Read more →

What's in a name? Nick Krieger explains his decision to have his old name in the title of his memoir. Read more →

Nick Krieger really wanted Chaz Bono to be a transgender hero. Unfortunately, the media coverage surrounding Bono's memoir has reinforced some pretty old stereotypes. Read more →