All the Things They Said We Couldn't Have

What we desperately need and deserve - more trans joy – Charlie Craggs, author of To My Trans SistersTo feel valid and seen in this world is a huge thing - one that many in the trans community never receive - but this book does that for so many people. Tash Oakes-Monger has beautifully weaved their lived experience throughout this book, combining it with a poignant reminder to look for joy, creating something everyone can read and benefit from. – Ben Pechey, author of The Book of Non-Binary JoyFrom surviving, to thriving, this uplifting gem of a book shares powerful stories detailing childhood clues and trans joy. Every trans experience is different and yet there is still a thread we can connect with in every individual story. Powerful, Insightful and Captivating. – Fox Fisher, Artist, Author & Film-makerA beautiful set of interpretations of who we are and what we are capable of becoming. A must read. – Juno Roche, author of Trans Power and Queer SexA beautiful memoir about the power and magic of trans joy * DIVA Magazine *

T. C. Oakes-Monger started writing as a means of survival. After growing-up as a closeted queer in a rural village and realising medical school wasn’t for them, they came out as trans and started working to improve healthcare for LGBTQIA+ people. All the Things They Said We Couldn’t Have is their first book.