Transgender News

Chapter 11 of A LETTER TO PAWTONE tells of Arlina's adjustment to her new life, living her truth:

A life-changing moment for Arlina—the day she stepped into Yonkers Professional Hospital for surgery that would define her future.

This week in Monterey County Weekly online, Arlina's story is highlighted with a link to her reading from her book #ALettertoPawtone.

Join us for the first public appearance of Arlina A, author of A Letter to Paswtone. This groundbreaking memoir details her journey as a transgender pioneer and the resilience, courage and commitment she made to embrace her true identity.

Unpaved streets. An adobe house. A legacy that paved the way for change. Journey from the heart of the barrio to a groundbreaking legacy. A LETTER TO PAWTONE by Arlina A

"I explore the innocence of childhood, like believing kissing made babies."