Book on marriage equality
by V.E. on July 26th, 2005
filed under ladyamedeus, lgbt, writing
Okay, so I’m writing a book on marriage equality. The outline is below. I know this is an issue people NEED to know about, whichever side of the argument they’re on, and I intend to help them learn more about it. As for actually WRITING the book, the first three sections (1a, 1b, and 1c) are done.
1. Introduction
a. Why this book?
b. Who is this book for?
c. Why it’s not about “gay marriage” but rather marriage equality
2. Ordinary people’s thoughts (diverse responses!)
a. Marriage: a right or a privilege?
b. How much do you know about marriage laws in the United States?
3. Marriage laws
a. Basic tenants
b. All 50 states
c. Canada and other similar countries
4. What’s so different about Canada? What about Massachusetts and California?
5. My story/inspiration/struggle
6. The case for marriage equality
a. Civil unions vs. marriage
b. Opponents’ arguments and my responses
7. What you can do to help
a. Get involved!
b. Start a focus group
c. More stuff
8. Where to go for support — and where not to
a. Supportive institutions/people
b. Unsupportive institutions/people
c. Institutions/people who have flip-flopped
9. Conclusion
10. Resources, further reading
a. Newspaper/magazine articles
b. Books
c. Websites
d. How to contact your Senator or House Representative
e. Other important contact information
11. List of works cited
