The Full Spectrum
D. Levithan, David Levithan, Billy Merrell
- Reading
- Because this is a collection, try reading one piece at a time and pause to talk about the writer’s perspective. You can choose together whether to continue or take a break.
- Themes
- Sexual orientation and gender identity: Contributors with varied identities write about identity-related subjects, including coming out. The collection brings together different voices on identity; the treatment of any one perspective is not established.
- Relationships, family and faith: These are among the subjects covered by the collection’s poems, essays and stories. The listed topics suggest varied personal material, but do not establish how relationships, family or faith are represented.
- Worth knowing
- Coming out, family, faith, first kisses and break-ups are among the subjects. Their specific treatment and emotional intensity are unclear, so consider checking in if any feel sensitive for your reader.