The Hero's Journey of the Gay and Lesbian Mormon

What if, after all, being gay is not a defect, not a lesser life, but a different calling?-- an invitation to travel the road of heroes mapped out by mythologist Joseph Campbell and find the life-giving substance that cures all ills. The Hero’s Journey of the Gay and Lesbian Mormon is offered to LGBT people of all religions, and their families and friends, as a traveling companion that will ease the path and celebrate the various destinations.

From LDS Gays and Lesbians:

“Wow–to take the hero's perspective on this subject--brilliant, and true! I found myself thinking back on my own steps, venturing out, facing my fears, killing some of them. Thanks for giving me this great lens to look through.”

“I had chills as I read this. So moving, Carol Lynn. This piece, as well as what you have done in your own heroic journey of healing and helping the blind to see, has indeed has opened my eyes. The deep wounds suffered by many in my generation will always be there, but reading this piece gives me so much hope for others. And even a bit more peace for myself.”

“I'm sitting at work with wet eyes and a used tissue at my desk. This piece is beautiful. I think that while many may not know Campbell's work they will recognize the hero's journey. It is something that simply resonates with us spiritually. The book is reassuring, and it provides direction and hope. I simply love it!”

From LDS Educators:

“I read The Hero’s Journey of the Gay and Lesbian Mormon last night and REALLY enjoyed it. In addition to it chronicling the journey of the homosexual Mormon so well, I really understand for the first time Campbell's Hero's Journey itself. As usual your writing is so clear and accessible, and I found myself very moved. I think it will be yet another piece in helping gays to articulate their experience and formulate their path, and will help their families and friends to have a greater understanding and compassion.”

“Outstanding! Has the capacity to be exceptionally significant!”

From LDS Parents of Gay Children:

“This little book is so beautiful–so rich and multi-layered with healing for everyone. I know it will bless my daughter’s life as it already has mine.”

“So amazing to have this little book to give my son. I’ve had such a struggle finding ways to assure him he is not broken but has been given a different and honorable path. Can’t wait for him to have the book in his hands!”

LDS Allies and Church Leaders:

“What a great gift book! I’m already making my list! I wish all LGBT youth understood that they are here for a heroic reason. They are among the great teachers of this time.”

“The truth is that I haven’t gotten back to you on this because I can’t stop reading it. I’ve read it six or seven times now, and it fires my imagination in all kinds of wonderful ways. This will be a great contribution.”

“I found this piece very affirming and forward-looking, and thus liked it a lot. I like that you acknowledge that there are several paths that gay people in the Church may choose to follow–and that each is deserving of respect. This could be a very useful resource for families and for gay people themselves.”