“Writing a funny book is hard. Writing a convincing takedown of one of America’s most popular prejudices is harder still. Writing a funny novel in which complex, imperfect characters make a compelling case for one of our culture’s most maligned groups—that takes smarts and heart. Fortunately for her readers, St. James is in full possession of both.”
— Meredith Maran, Washington Post
“Big-hearted and hilarious, an ode to authenticity and a must-read in our current times.”
— Shelby Van Pelt, New York Times bestselling author of Remarkably Bright Creatures
“A testament to the power of intergenerational trans stories . . . dazzling.”
— VOGUE
Woodworking
Year
2025
Pages
368
Praise
“Writing a funny book is hard. Writing a convincing takedown of one of America’s most popular prejudices is harder still. Writing a funny novel in which complex, imperfect characters make a compelling case for one of our culture’s most maligned groups—that takes smarts and heart. Fortunately for her readers, St. James is in full possession of both.”
— Meredith Maran, Washington Post
“Big-hearted and hilarious, an ode to authenticity and a must-read in our current times.”
— Shelby Van Pelt, New York Times bestselling author of Remarkably Bright Creatures
“A testament to the power of intergenerational trans stories . . . dazzling.”
— VOGUE
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