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“I realised that my transition wasn’t a decision to change but more an acceptance to evolve”
that road we go, we can save ourselves and get on the right track.” What are some of the key messages you want to communicate? “I think a lot of trans people and society as a whole just assume that when you transition everything will be okay. However, it’s hard to prepare for what life is going to be like after that. I realised that my transition wasn’t a decision to change but more an acceptance to evolve.” What advice would you give people who are navigating their identities? “When it comes to living your authentic creation don’t worry about looking outward, about how to act or think, start with who you are and everything else will follow.”
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What propelled you to write a book? “I wanted to write something I would have loved to have read during my transition. It’s reflective of my experience of transition and a lot of the content I could have in no way written at the time. I needed to live and work through those moments first.”
TAINTED BEAUTY Yvy DeLuca is a proud Indian transgender woman and author of Tainted Beauty - The Memoir of an Authentic Creation, a memoir about her journey through life and transition. By Jules Guaitamacchi ) How would you describe Tainted Beauty?
“An open and honest account of my experiences as an Indian trans woman that leaves the reader with more answers than questions. I cover a lot of issues that are rarely spoken about, including sex, relationships, life post-surgery and growing up in a Muslim community as a queer person of colour.”
What would you say were the most significant moments in your book? “Opening up about sex both before and after my gender surgery, all of which can be really difficult subjects to talk to about. After my surgery it was as if the problem was no longer on the outside and it became more internalised. I realised that we can all have those moments and no matter how far down
Do you have any other projects coming up? “I’m currently writing my second book where I delve deeper into my story. I’m really excited to take people further into my journey and learn so much more about my life. Trust me, you’re going to love it.” Any advice for aspiring trans authors? “I think it’s great for people to put their experiences out there, but sometimes you just need to live it first. When the time comes to tell your story, you’ll know.”
MORE INFO ) Yvy uses her social media to spread awareness and support for the LGBTQ+ community, including her YouTube series Let’s Talk About Trans. She also performs as The BollyWitch and in digital drag shows and Pride events online. D For more details, visit www.yvyworld.com Follow Yvy on F I T @ yvyworld Y www.youtube.com /channel/UCIJN0N3RMlT5OB6baV07I4A
