"King Crone and The Empty Nest" is an important addition to any college course on Gender Studies or LGBTQIA Studies. The author is an older trans person and parent, so the material traverses a lifetime of ripening wisdom. The poems in this collection come from the depths of a transgender person's lived experiences. They are intended to be supportive of trans, non-binary, and gender expansive people and their allies. These poems are gritty, intriguing, and moving. They will likely elicit some tears, laughter, and a more thorough understanding of the challenges faced by the trans community.