Now That You’re Out of the Closet, What About the Rest of the House? by Linda Handel

Opening the door to a consistent, mature lifestyle is a difficult task for most of us, but especially for gays and lesbians living in a heterosexual world. A witty, helpful book that offers solid advice, Now That You're Out of the Closet covers the full range of life concerns--including lingering childhood issues, dating, sex and love, intolerance and self-hatred--in a way that is always direct, open and honest.

Each chapter concentrates on a specific issue, such as coming out late in life, self-worth, dating, achieving intimacy, establishing boundaries, addressing addictions, homophobia, abusive relationships and developing a gay spirituality. Writing out of her own experiences as a former spouse in a heterosexual marriage, a mother of two, a lesbian, and a licensed therapist, Linda Handel offers direction to those who have discovered that coming out is only the first step in the journey toward a celebratory life.