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Queer Joy & Queer Love
Books for Queer Joy & Queer Love
31 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Format
Picture Books
Early Readers
Chapter Books
Graphic Novels
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Poppy's Question
Nicole Melleby
A confusing spelling lesson about the letter Q prompts Poppy to find her voice and ask her teacher big questions about h
Ages 4–8
Julián #1
Julián Is a Mermaid
Jessica Love
Julián transforms a yellow curtain into a tail and a fern into a crown as he dreams of the magic and joy found in being
Ages 3–8
Wings of Fire #13
The Poison Jungle
Tui T. Sutherland
Deep in the jungle, Sundew the LeafWing hunts for a way to defeat her enemies, only to find an ancient secret that puts
Ages 8–12
Julián #2
Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love
A grand wedding is the perfect place for flowers, cake, and mischief. Julián and his new friend Marisol find that any mi
Ages 4–8
Riley Reynolds #1
Riley Reynolds Conquers Spring Cleaning
Jay Albee
Riley organizes a giant neighborhood sale in South Philly, finding a creative way to declutter their room without losing
Ages 6–9
Hurricane Child
Kacen Callender
Caroline must brave a literal hurricane and a stalking spirit to find her missing mother on the island of St. Thomas whi
Ages 8–12
Bathe the Cat
Alice B. McGinty
Perfect for families who find the chaos of cleaning day relatable, this hilarious story celebrates a joyful home where t
Ages 3–6
Marlon Bundo
A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo
Jill Twiss
Marlon Bundo is a lonely bunny living in the Vice President's house whose life changes forever when he meets another boy
Ages 4–8
Jude Saves the World #2
Asking for a Friend
Ronnie Riley
Social anxiety leads Eden to invent three fake friends, but a surprise birthday party forces a desperate attempt to turn
Ages 8–12
Jude Saves the World #1
Jude Saves the World
Ronnie Riley
Twelve-year-old Jude faces the challenge of starting a Diversity Club to ensure every friend in their community has a sa
Ages 8–12
Kind Like Marsha: Learning from LGBTQ+ Leaders
Sarah Prager
Marsha P. Johnson and other courageous leaders show the way toward a more compassionate world by staying true to themsel
Ages 4–8
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina LaCour
For the child feeling the empty space left behind when a parent travels, this tender story validates the ache of missing
Ages 3–7
Who Was?
Who Is Elton John?
Kirsten Anderson, Who HQ
A young boy named Reginald trades his classical piano training for rock and roll, eventually becoming a global superstar
Ages 8–12
Joyful Song: A Naming Story
Lesléa Newman
Experience the warmth of community and the excitement of a new arrival as Zachary walks to the synagogue for his baby si
Ages 4–8
Drag Queen Story Hour
If You're a Drag Queen and You Know It
Lil Miss Hot Mess
Join fabulous drag queens in a sing-along to the tune of "If You're Happy and You Know It," winking, shaking, and twirli
Ages 4–8
The Language of Seabirds
Will Taylor
For the child navigating a first crush or the complex emotions of a summer spent between two homes after a divorce.
Ages 8–12
Dad
Christian Robinson
A bighearted tribute for families celebrating the many ways to be a dad, from human fathers to animal protectors, and th
Ages 0–6
Raven #2
Raven's Ribbons
Tasha Spillett
Raven loves the swirling rainbow of ribbon skirts at Round Dances and hopes his grandmother can see that boys can lead t
Ages 4–8
Jonah Winter's Picture Book Biographies #8
Gertrude is Gertrude is Gertrude is Gertrude
Jonah Winter
Enter a whimsical world of tea parties, bears in chairs, and delightful nonsense inspired by the groundbreaking writing
Ages 4–8
Alice Austen Lived Here
Alex Gino
When two non-binary middle schoolers, Sam and TJ, are assigned a US History report, they stumble upon the untold story o
Ages 8–11
Cinderelliot: A Scrumptious Fairytale
Mark Ceilley, Rachel Smoka-Richardson
For children exploring what it means to be true to yourself, this sweet retelling celebrates finding love and success th
Ages 4–8
My Paati's Saris
Jyoti Rajan Gopal
Sambar scents the air and garlands are threaded as a young Tamil boy finds comfort and his true self wrapped in the vibr
Ages 4–8
Stella Brings the Family
Miriam B. Schiffer
Stella is worried about her school's Mother’s Day party since she has two daddies, but a little creativity helps her cel
Ages 4–8
Desert Queen
Jyoti Rajan Gopal
For the child who feels most alive when they are moving to their own beat and needs to see that their unique self is a g
Ages 4–8
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