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Jonathan Van Nessis getting ready to release a new collection of essays.
TheQueer Eyestar, 34, shares the cover art for his second book,Love That Story: Observations from a Gorgeously Queer Life, with PEOPLE exclusively and talks about the new memoir, which is set to be released on April 12, 2022.
“There are so many dimensions to all of our humanity that I’ve observed through my life that I explore in this book, and I invite everyone to come along for the ride. From my experiences as a hairdresser-turned-entertainer to the HIV social safety net, imposter syndrome, and dealing with TERFs, there’s nothing off-limits,” Van Ness says about the range of topics discussed inLove That Story.
The essays in the book also serve as a new way for fans to learn more about the Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Nesspodcast host’s varying life experiences and perspectives.
“Throughout my career, I’ve gotten to interview experts across so many fields from science, politics, academic scholars, some of the most successful people in the world, to working with incredible people both in front of and behind the camera,” Van Ness says. “So all of that coupled with my relentless curiosity to understand the world around me turned me into a writer. I love sharing what I’ve learned in this medium and feel so honored and excited to be able to share what I’m learning along the way.”
Van Ness says he doesn’t plan to shy away from any difficult topics in the book — instead, he wants to face them head-on.
Additionally, Van Ness said in the book’s press release that “the darkness I’ve survived doesn’t define me. But it is central to who I am, and it allows me to sit with conversations and situations that feel a bit uncomfy.”
TheNew York Timesbestselling author added, “When you’ve stared down addiction, abuse, and trauma, you get bored with small talk. Give me authenticity. I want to keep learning, keep writing, and keep sharing with you as we do a whirlwind tour of topics that invite us to examine assumptions, expand horizons and learn more about what makes us all so messy and gorgeous. And I can’t wait to share it all with you in my new book!”
Love That Story: Observations from a Gorgeously Queer Lifeis out April 12, 2022.
source: people.com
