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Graphic Book on Sex Wins ‘Book of the Year’ for 13-Year-Olds

A children’s book featuring graphic illustrated depictions of sexual activity has won one of Australia’s highest literature awards.
Graphic Book on Sex Wins ‘Book of the Year’ for 13-Year-Olds
Cover of "Welcome to Sex" Dr. Melissa Kang and Yumi Stynes, who hosts the ABC Radio podcast "Ladies, We Need to Talk." Aimed at children aged 10 to 15, the book features detailed illustrations and instructions on how to engage in sexual intercourse, as well as information on male and female genitalia, and gender identity issues. This photo is taken in Sydney, Australia on July 19, 2023. The Epoch Times
Crystal-Rose Jones
Crystal-Rose Jones
5/10/2024|Updated: 10/11/2024
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The Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIA) has awarded a top honour to a contentious children’s book featuring graphic illustrations of sexual activity.

The book, “Welcome to Sex: Your no-silly-questions guide to sexuality, pleasure and figuring it out,” by Dr. Melissa Kang and Yumi Stynes, was awarded Book of the Year for children aged 13-plus.

Crystal-Rose Jones
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Crystal-Rose Jones is a reporter based in Australia. She previously worked at News Corp for 16 years as a senior journalist and editor.
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