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Openly, Honestly — Content Guide for Parents

By Bill KonigsbergScholastic Inc.2017-02-28ISBN 978133817128080 pages
Openly, Honestly

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LGBTQ+ themes

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

Can't wait to read Honestly Ben? Dive into the world of Rafe and Ben with an all new ebook that picks up right where Openly Straight left off!

Can't wait to read Honestly Ben, which Jay Asher called "hilarious" and "touching"? Dive into the world of Rafe and Ben with an all new ebook that picks up right where the award-winning Openly Straight left off!Rafe Goldberg was planning to spend winter break at home in Colorado openly mourning what he almost had with Ben. He wasn't expecting his best friend, Claire Olivia, to kidnap him. And he definitely wasn't expecting what she has planned to cheer him up...Ben Carver was honestly planning to spend winter break at home in New Hampshire not thinking about Rafe. But he wasn't expecting to run into his ex-girlfriend, who's still interested in him. And he wasn't expecting to find himself still attracted to her...Openly, Honestly tells two funny, sad, beautiful stories that were made for anyone who has longed for one person to see you, to understand you, and to love you exactly as you are.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Openly, Honestly appropriate for a 7-year-old?

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  • Does Openly, Honestly have climate change?

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  • Does Openly, Honestly have sexual identity?

    The series includes themes of sexuality, particularly exploring the characters' experiences with romantic and sexual relationships. It discusses bisexuality and the complexities of attraction, but specific explicit content is not detailed in the search results.

  • Does Openly, Honestly have gender roles?

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  • Does Openly, Honestly have lgbtq+ themes?

    The book 'Openly, Honestly' is part of the Openly Straight series by Bill Konigsberg, which features LGBTQ+ themes prominently. It explores the complexities of identity and relationships within the LGBTQ+ community, particularly focusing on characters who are openly gay and bisexual. The narrative normalizes LGBTQ+ experiences and addresses issues related to sexuality and self-acceptance.