09/10/2026
We’re still thinking about last night. 💙
We had the incredible privilege of welcoming author Nico Lang to our community for a conversation about their book, American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era.
Nico’s stories—and the stories of the young people and families at the heart of American Teenager—made us laugh, taught us, challenged us, and moved us deeply. It was the kind of conversation that stays with you long after the chairs are put away and everyone has gone home.
A huge thank you to Ellie, for moderating the evening with such thoughtfulness and care, and to every person who showed up ready to listen, learn, ask questions, and be part of this community.
And perhaps the best indication of how much Nico connected with the room? They sold out of books. 🥹📚 We love knowing that these stories are now heading home with so many of you.
When we imagined bringing an event like this to Boone County, this is exactly what we hoped for: people coming together with curiosity, compassion, and a willingness to better understand and support one another.
Nico, thank you for trusting us with these stories and for sharing your time, humor, wisdom, and heart with our community. And thank you to everyone who helped turn an idea into a night we’ll hold dear for a long time.