Gay Teens in Literature

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Gay Teens in Literature

Series: NPR's Next Generation Radio
From: Next Generation Radio
Length: 00:05:31

James Murdock (Columbia University) visits some bookstores and libraries in New York City. He finds that some customers are noticing a change in how gay teens are portrayed in literature. Read the full description.

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James Murdock (Columbia University) visits some bookstores and libraries in New York City. He finds that some customers are noticing a change in how gay teens are portrayed in literature.