Pownal Street Press is thrilled to announce the August 2026 release of three tender and affirming picture books about self-discovery, courage, and love across the spectrum of gender identity.
Gender can shift like the light in the sky – male, female, neither, or both – no need to explain why.
Set in a vibrant forest, each story follows a gentle fox named Avery who feels different from other animals and struggles to understand why they aren’t accepted. When a wise owl notices Avery’s sadness, it offers comfort and insight, helping Avery see that their feelings are natural and beautiful. Through the owl’s guidance, Avery learns that gender isn’t defined by labels or colors, but by being true to oneself—and that kindness and self-love can lead to belonging, peace, and joy.
Avery the Fox is published in three adapted editions that reflect different gender journeys:
Avery the Fox
The Story of a Transgender Fox Finding Love for Himself
ISBN: 9781998129942
$24.95 CA Hardback
Avery the Fox
The Story of a Non-Binary Fox Finding Love for Themself
ISBN: 9781998129928
$24.95 CA Hardback
Avery the Fox
The Story of a Transgender Fox Finding Love for Herself
ISBN: 9781998129935
$24.95 CA Hardback
Warmly illustrated and rooted in compassion, Avery the Fox celebrates identity, understanding, and the importance of embracing exactly who you are.
“As a social purpose driven press it is important to Pownal Street Press to publish books that share brave stories for the breadth of the human experience. We are proud to publish these children’s books about gender identity and being true to oneself.”—Genevieve Loughlin, Publisher
About the Author
Dr. Trevor R. Day is a family physician practicing in Edmonton, Alberta. His clinical interests include Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy. When he’s not delivering care or writing he’s spending time with his wife Tamara and children Ila and William.
About the Author and Illustrator
Tamara M. Day is a creative who believes in the power of kindness and compassion. She loves fitness, turning old treasures into something new, and bringing stories to life with scroll saw or her digital art creations.
Pownal Street Press is PEI’s newest publishing house. Women-owned and women-led, friendly, warm and professional: We exist to give rise to brave stories, and to be a light for community and connection. With distribution through Raincoast Books (Canada) and Orca Books (US), Pownal Street Press’ titles have national reach but local heart. For more information about the Press and its books, please visit: www.pownalstreetpress.com.