Comments on: It’s Called Polyamory

By: Joe Fulgham

Joe Fulgham — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:50:49 +0000

“For the increasing numbers of people who choose to explore a relationship style other than monogamy, the number of choices and options can be bewildering. It’s Called ‘Polyamory’ breaks down these many options into understandable concepts and helps people chose which one fits best. Tamara Pincus explores aspects rarely discussed, especially how to come out as nonmonogamous, a challenging area often neglected in many similar works. This book is a necessary addition to every polyamorist’s bookshelf.”—David Ley, author of Ethical Porn for Dicks, A Man’s Guide to Responsible Viewing Pleasure

By: Joe Fulgham

Joe Fulgham — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:50:33 +0000

“Something critical about my work is the sharing of true stories. Polyamorous folks don’t have a culture full of positive role models. We’re making it up as we go along. So, every story is valuable to those of us still trying to navigate our unique landscape. That makes It’s Called Polyamory something like an atlas for routes out of the closet.”—Kevin A. Patterson, creator of the Poly Role Models blog, author of Love’s Not Color Blind: Race and Representation in Polyamorous Communities

By: Joe Fulgham

Joe Fulgham — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:50:20 +0000

“This book offers a grounded, balanced explanation of the positive and negative issues to consider when coming out as polyamorous in a variety of common situations: to partners, family, kids, friends, work and school. The introduction and conclusion provide a useful explanation of the social and legal issues facing nonmonogamous people and what can happen after coming out. I recommend this book as a must-read to closeted polyamorous people and to their monogamous friends and family who will find a clear, low-drama explanation of a different way of living and loving.”—Juliette Siegfried, MPH, teacher and facilitator, Leiden, Netherlands, Open Relationships Meetup

By: Joe Fulgham

Joe Fulgham — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:50:09 +0000

“This book is a gem! It’s an intersectional and accessible guide through the daunting process of coming out as polyamorous to friends, family, coworkers and school mates. It anticipates every possible reaction and pitfall from everyone involved in the process and is laced with real life vignettes from experienced polyamorous people. The authors share their wealth of experience in an easy to follow and entertaining way and it concludes with a comprehensive section on how to find your community and why that support is important during this transitional period. This was an excellent read and an invaluable resource to our non-monogamous community! I highly recommend it if you or a loved one is considering coming out to your various communities.”—Chrissy Raymond Holman, president of Open Love NY

By: Joe Fulgham

Joe Fulgham — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:49:59 +0000

“Tamara Pincus accomplishes fulfilling the need for consideration of the interplay of culture and polyamory. She goes beyond the superficial application of intersectionality and systemically analyzes the implications of coming out. Tamara Pincus sets herself apart from other authors by approaching the topic with purpose and intention.”—Ruby Bouie Johnson, clinical social worker, sexuality educator and creator of the BlackSexGeek blog

By: Joe Fulgham

Joe Fulgham — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:49:46 +0000

“Hiles and Pincus set themselves and this book apart from so many others. They open a nonjudgmental, accepting space for careful consideration of a way of forming family, a way of living with that choice, sharing that choice with friends and families, and navigating the relationships themselves. It’s a must-read for anyone who works with, wants to understand, or is involved with this family choice.”—Ricci Joy Levy, president and CEO, Woodhull Freedom Foundation

By: Joe Fulgham

Joe Fulgham — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:49:38 +0000

“Doing poly, holding poly space in the world, is hard work, often thankless. Thanks to this wonderful resource, it’s now a lot easier.”—Loraine Hutchins, co-editorof Bi Any Other Name: Bisexual People Speak Out