Reading how to be male: Boys' literature reflects the rise of aggressive masculinity

There's growing concern about the rise of harmful and aggressive forms of masculinity, whether at home, in schools or in ...

How young adult literature and philosophy can help provide better role models for masculinity

These books can show boys that being strong doesn’t mean being unfeeling, and that caring for others is not a betrayal of ...

5 Books Recommended by Frank Ocean

Frank Ocean’s reading choices reveal the ideas shaping his music beyond sound. From power and masculinity to spirituality, ...
Washington Examiner

Michael Douglas and what’s wrong with men

In her new book, What Is Wrong with Men: Patriarchy, the Crisis of Masculinity, and How (Of Course) Michael Douglas Films Explain Everything, feminist author Jessa Crispin explores the crisis facing ...
Star Tribune

Transgender man to speak about masculinity. In fact, he wrote the book on it.

Shannon T.L. Kearns is ready to talk. Ready to talk about why being a man can be confusing. To talk about masculinity, hopefully without the word “toxic” in front of it. And to talk about why, as a ...
The Conversation

Five children’s books that feature positive male role models – from toddlers to teens

Vincent Straub is supported by UKRI (HORIZON-MSCA-DN-2021 101073237) and the Leverhulme Trust (RC-2018-003). Joanna Nadin, Michael Joseph Richardson, Robert Walker, and Sarah Moore Fitzgerald do not ...
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Craig Wilkinson's groundbreaking book reveals how to transform toxic masculinity into positive power

November brings renewed attention to men’s health, well-being and contribution to society, culminating in International Men’s Day on Wednesday, November 19. Fittingly, South African author and men’s ...