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I Have Something to Tell You

I Have Something To Tell You

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Community Room 301 & 302

The young adult adaptation of the hopeful and refreshingly candid bestselling memoir by the husband of a former Democratic presidential candidate about growing up gay in his small Midwestern town. Completely rewritten with new stories, including resources for readers, parents, and teachers.

Growing up, Chasten Glezman Buttigieg didn’t always fit in. He felt different from his father and brothers, who loved to hunt and go camping, and out of place in the rural, conservative small town where he lived. Back then, blending in was more important than feeling seen.

So, when Chasten realized he was gay, he kept that part of himself hidden away for a long, painful time. With incredible bravery, and the support of his loved ones, Chasten eventually came out—and when he did, he learned that being true to himself was the most rewarding journey of all.

Finding acceptance and self-love can seem like a tremendous challenge, but it’s never impossible. With honesty, courage, and warmth, Chasten relays his experience of growing up in America and embracing his identity, while inspiring young people across the country to do the same.

In conversation with Maureen McCollum.

Chasten Buttigieg

Chasten Buttigieg

Chasten Glezman Buttigieg grew up in Traverse City, Michigan. He is a teacher, advocate, and husband of former presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg. Chasten currently lives with Pete; their two children, Gus and Penelope; and their rescue dog, Buddy, in Northern Michigan. I Have Something to Tell You—For Young Adults is his second book.

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I Have Something To Tell You

Maureen McCollum

McCollum

Maureen McCollum is the host and executive producer of Wisconsin Public Radio's "Wisconsin Life" program and the "WPR Reports: Uprooted" podcast. Her work has appeared on NPR and has been honored with regional and national awards. She lives in Madison, Wisconsin with her husband and son.