I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. This book is a great collection of writings exploring the ways in which being trans and being disabled intersect. Some of this I felt I could relate to as a queer and disabled individual, but so much the trans elements so that was a great learning opportunity especially those on being plural. It’s great for showing a variety of experiences and informative which make it a great jumping off point for those who think they belong to these groups and want to understand themselves/it better.

Thank you Jessica Kingsley Publishing for the ARC!

This was a great anthology that explores the different ways being trans & disabled intersect with each other and with other marginalized identities. I definitely recommend this read for anyone fighting toward a more inclusive world.

A fascinating collection of essays, poetry and plays from trans and disabled writers, comedians, and public speakers, exploring how those two identities collide both internally for the sense of self, and externally, when interacting the world. As someone both queer and disabled, it resonated some of the entries resonated deeply with me (others, the curse of compilations, not so much). A number of the essayists are plural, which isn't a point of view I've often read from or about; this was a great introduction.

If you are not trans, or disabled, and are wondering if there is anything in this collection for you: there is. These are very poignant, sometimes painful and sometimes joyful explorations that are incredibly crucial at this moment in time. I would encourage everyone to try and read it.

We beg them to care for us mostly by saying “you’ll be next.” As if our human existence is not enough reason for them to fight for our causes.

— ‘Who fights for us’ by Lior Effinger-Weintraub in Trans & Disabled

Trans and Disabled is an amazing nonfiction anthology about the experience of sharing those two identities (and often more). I saw a lot of myself in these pages.

As of this moment I’m in the middle of my first appointments with gender healthcare, while also struggling to attain a stable baseline of my ME symptoms and stay safe from the ongoing global pandemic. So transness and disability are both at the forefront of my mind.

It was wonderful to read these varying perspectives of intersectionality, from how neurodivergence affects one’s conception of gender, to the stress of being trans in healthcare settings, to the abandonment of disabled people in the later stages of the COVID19 pandemic, and know I’m not alone and there are people who ‘get it’. But I also highly recommend this book to people who are not trans and/or disabled. It has a lot of great insights on experiences that are so common, but that just aren’t known about outside trans/disabled spaces.

Super informative on different intersections of disability and being queer/trans. Super emotional for people who deal with some of these issues and unsure of where they fit in these groups. Good information to continue looking into.

I really enjoyed the variety of experiences in this book. I thought it was a well put together collection and would recommend it to people especially who maybe are apart of one community but not the other. Intersectionality is important.

A collection of mostly memoir-type short stories, with some art, poetry, scripts, and informational texts, this anthology sits at the intersection of, as the titled implied, trans and disabled experiences. It was informative. It was depressing, hopeful, strong-willed, and a beacon of what exactly we need to be fighting for.

A really interesting anthology of a range of accounts and experiences of the intersectionality of being trans and disabled. Stories and anecdotes are told in ways that make sense to a person with no experience or knowledge, and others are told in ways that would probably only resonate with those who understand it - but it is still their story. Some really positive pieces about change and acceptance contrasts with stories of powerlessness and frustration. Two words: trans and disabled, mean a whole lot more than meets the eye.

Thank you so much to Net Galley for providing me with a digital ARC of this book!

"Trans and Disabled: An Anthology of Identities and Experiences" edited by Alex Iantaffi is a profound and moving collection that brings together stories, poems, plays, drawings, and personal essays. This anthology explores the intersectional identities of people who are both trans and disabled, offering a deeply personal and insightful look into their lives.

What makes this anthology truly special is its ability to capture the diverse experiences and challenges faced by its contributors. From invisible conditions like PTSD and chronic fatigue to visible disabilities and various trans identities, the anthology showcases a wide range of perspectives. The stories are filled with vulnerability, resilience, and love, making it a powerful read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of living with these identities.

The anthology is divided into three sections—identity, treatment, and compassion—each highlighting different aspects of the contributors' experiences. The clear and honest messaging throughout the book is both enlightening and inspiring. This anthology is not just a collection of stories; it is a celebration of resilience, community, and the power of shared experiences.

I really enjoyed the way this book focussed on lots of trans elder experiences - its so healing and hopegiving to see older trans and disabled people. I loved the variety of perspectives.

I enjoyed this anthology, especially as I related to a lot of the experiences. It was thoughtful and thought provoking.

Thank you to Jessica Kingsley Publishers and NetGalley for this e-ARC for review. I quite enjoyed this very timely anthology, and connected personally to several of the stories. Definitely recommend.

This was a good collection, but I think I needed more. I needed a deeper analysis of some of these pieces; they felt too light or not deep enough to connect.

This anthology gets to the root of much of the overlapping experiences of being marginalized for being trans and being marginalized for being disabled - in a political moment where we know all oppression leads to disability, and transness can be pathologized as disability on a whim. Incredibly important work right now.

This was a fantastic collection of stories/essays from a variety of trans and disabled folks that really pull back the lens on a neglected group of people and the ways disability, accessibility and identity differs when looked at through a trans or multi-identity lens. I found it very educational and enlightening and enjoyed it very much. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest thoughts. This was a great collection and one I will definitely recommend my library purchase!

Thank you so much for the opportunity to read this book to NetGalley and the publisher. I really enjoyed the varied prose and poems from such variety of individuals. I really recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn more or even if you fall into the trans and/or disabled community to feel less alone.

I quite liked this! Really glad Netgalley allowed me to read an ARC of this!
Would highly recommend if you're looking for a book about this specific topic!

A timely title for the present era. This book compiles poems and essays on the topic of the intersection transgender identities and disability. Entries range from the academic to the personal, which can render the pacing a little stiff, but there is a lot of highly varied material, so there is likely to be something that will resonate with curious readers or those experiencing this intersection of identities.

Trans and disabled was a wonderful collection of short stories and snippets of everyday life living at the intersection of multiple identities. Plurality is a central theme here that sheds light on all the ways we exist and love in spite of harassment and discrimination. An informative read for anyone looking to learn more about their own and others lived experience, creating a slice of visibility of nuanced everyday lives. I highly recommend checking this book out!

This was kind of like being in those introduction classes at college where you’re all in a circle and you speak a little about yourself and your experiences. Maybe more like a support group. It covered a diverse range of experiences of what it means to be both trans and disabled. Some people chose to say a short poem, while others opted for more lengthy essays.

My only criticism is that I think it just needed a little more editing.