The Fights That Make Us w Sarah Hagger-Holt at Cambridge Central Library

Author Sarah Hagger-Holt visits Cambridge Central Library to unpack the LGBT+ history behind her award-winning novel for young people, The Fights That Make Us.

Jesse has recently come out as non-binary and is struggling to find their place at school, and ideas for their project on lost stories from history. When they uncover their mum's cousin Lisa's 1980s teenage diary hidden in a dusty attic, Jesse is fascinated and horrified by her stories of living a secret life and protesting on the streets. Now it's Jesse's turn to shine a spotlight on a history that mustn't be forgotten.

Come along to listen, share experiences, ask questions, and to reflect on the struggles which have shaped you.

"Maybe there was a place in history for people like me, not on the edges of the story, but right in the centre."
Free and all welcome but booking essential.

This event will take place in the EverySpace area on the third floor of Cambridge Central Library, which is wheelchair accessible. There is a baby change and accessible toilet on site. There is Blue Badge holder parking at the Grand Arcade parking.

For full details of Central Library's facilities, please visit our website.

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