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LGBTQIA+ Books
"It’s been so exciting to see more and more books come out with trans protagonists, and I am so proud to add to that much-needed wave."
Rebecca Barrow on Self Discovery and her new YA novel, And Don’t Look Back
This post was written by Rebecca Barrow, author of And Don't Look Back.
There’s something about being a teenager that feels hallowed. Maybe it’s the way other people talk about it. People in their twenties, thirties, forties, waxing…
Rachael Lippincott on her time travelling sapphic romance, Pride and Prejudice and Pittsburgh
Bridgerton meets Emma with a time travelling twist in Pride and Prejudice and Pittsburgh, the new sapphic romance from New York Times bestselling author, Rachael Lippincott. Starring two wonderfully endearing heroines, buckets of yearning,…
Win 1 of 3 copies of The Third Daughter by Adrienne Tooley
Betrayal, sisterhood, family politics, potions and a slow-burn sapphic romance; The Third Daughter, book one in a sweeping new YA fantasy duology by Adrienne Tooley, has it all and more. To celebrate its release, we're excited to be giving…
Daniel Tawse on the fashion influences in their debut YA novel, All About Romance
This post was written by Daniel Tawse, author of All About Romance.
I think a lot of queer people find solace in fashion. I think that using fashion as a form of self-expression is something that queer people can relate to. We can change…
Jonny Garza Villa on their beautiful new YA novel, Ander & Santi Were Here
Tender and poignant, Jonny Garza Villa's newest YA novel, Ander & Santi Were Here is an unapologetically queer, Latinx love story that explores immigration and the fear that comes with alongside having an undocumented loved one, with…
Alyson Derrick on her stunning debut solo novel, Forget Me Not
Heart shattering, honest and ultimately hopeful, Alyson Derrick's new YA novel, Forget Me Not, is a stunning story of the true strength of love and finding your way back to someone you thought lost. Forget Me Not belongs to that special…
F.T. Lukens on their romantic and magical new YA novel, Spell Bound
To celebrate the release of their magical, romantic and brilliantly unique new YA novel, Spell Bound, we had the pleasure of talking to author F.T. Lukens about writing inspiration, the importance of seeing yourself in books to LGBTQIA+…
Benjamin Dean on his royal YA debut, The King is Dead
Following James, the first Black king of England, after his boyfriend goes missing and royal secrets only he knew about the royal family begin to leak to the public, Benjamin Dean's YA debut, The King is Dead, is a thrilling royal read rife…
Kalynn Bayron on her incredible new YA fantasy novel, This Wicked Fate
If you loved Kalynn Bayron's YA debut, This Poison Heart as much as we did, prepare yourself to be totally blown away by its newly released sequel, This Wicked Fate. Following on from the events of book one, This Wicked Fate is filled with…
Phil Stamper on his warm-hearted queer coming-of-age YA novel, Golden Boys
Filled with heart and sunshine, Phil Stamper's newest YA novel, Golden Boys, is an example of the coming-of-age narrative at its finest. Following four friends for the duration of one summer, Golden Boys is a book about love, self discovery…
Read an extract from David Valdes’ debut novel, Spin Me Right Round
This post is sponsored by Bloomsbury.
Following gay Cuban-American teen, Luis Gonzalez, as he travels back to the 80's in an attempt to save the life of a closeted student, David Valdes' irresistible YA debut, Spin Me Right Round, brings…
WIN 1 of 5 proof copies of I Kissed Shara Wheeler by Casey McQuiston
Casey McQuiston is back and this time she's dipping her toe in the world of young adult, with their new YA contemporary, I Kissed Shara Wheeler.
With all of Casey's signature heart, humour and love, I Kissed Shara Wheeler is a laugh out…
William Hussey on LGBTQIA+ representation in romance
This post was written by William Hussey, author of The Outrage
WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? by William Hussey
When I was a kid growing up in the 1980s and 90s in a very traditional part of England, I simply did not see any positive…
Filmmaking and F/F hate-to-love: A review of ‘I Think I Love You’ by Auriane Desombre
Filmmaking and the F/F hate-to-love trope intertwine in this LGBTQIAP+ YA rom-com by debut author Auriane Desombre.