Review: It Feels Good to Be Yourself

Image Source: Noah Grigni

It Feels Good to Be Yourself: A Book About Gender Identity

Author: Theresa Thorn

Illustrator: Noah Grigni

Published in 2019 by Henry Holt and Co.

It Feels Good to Be Yourself is a gracefully open and positive approach to exploring gender identity. This book is informative, explaining the words transgender, cisgender, and non-binary, while also recognizing that “there are many ways to be non-binary — too many to fit in a book!” The language is accessible and direct, making it straightforward for readers to understand. It Feels Good to Be Yourself illustrates gender identity in a way that is welcoming, accepting, joyful, and creative. The brilliant artwork is radiant and expressive, making this book an inviting experience that shows readers of all gender identities that they are worthy of abundant love and joy.

Additional Resources:

• Author Theresa Thorn website
• Illustrator Noah Grigni website
• Illustrator Noah Grigni biography