Becoming Skylar

Skylar has always known there was something different about her—but in a small town where conformity is survival, difference can feel like a curse. Born into the world as “Liam,” she’s spent sixteen years burying her true self beneath oversized hoodies, quiet apologies, and the ache of invisibility. But when a moment of accidental euphoria sparks a flood of realization, Skylar begins a journey she can no longer ignore.Navigating high school hallways lined with whispered judgments and a home where her truth is met with confusion and resistance, Skylar finds strength in unexpected places—her journal, a fiercely loyal best friend, a group of queer teens who know what it’s like to fight for authenticity, and the mirror that finally reflects who she is meant to be. As her world begins to fracture and reshape around her, Skylar must face bullies, heartbreak, and even the complicated love of family who may not understand—but might one day try. With every step forward, she reclaims her voice, her name, and the right to exist on her own terms.