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Books for Queer Joy & Queer Love
466 books
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Cemetery Boys #1
Cemetery Boys
Aiden Thomas
For the teen seeking to be seen for who they truly are while navigating the weight of family tradition and the ache of n
Ages 13–18
The Most Dazzling Girl in Berlin
Kip Wilson
Hilde finds her voice in the glitz of a 1930s Berlin cabaret while the dangerous shadows of the Nazi party begin to dark
Ages 14–18
Hani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating
Adiba Jaigirdar
Hani and Ishu are two girls from different backgrounds who decide to start a fake relationship to solve their own person
Ages 12–18
Lucky
Eddie De Oliveira
Sam Smith navigates the confusing rush of first attractions as he realizes he has feelings for both Toby and Lucy.
Ages 13–17
Little People, Big Dreams
RuPaul
María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
For the child who feels a little different and needs to know that their unique spark is exactly what makes them special.
Ages 4–7
Pride: Celebrating Diversity & Community
Unknown
For children asking about rainbow flags or parade celebrations, this guide explores the history, meaning, and vibrant co
Ages 6–10
Strong
Rob Kearney, Eric Rosswood
For the child who needs to know that being strong and being yourself go hand in hand. A colorful look at how a champion
Ages 4–8
Daddy, Papa, and Me
Lesléa Newman
For children with two dads who want to see their daily life reflected in a cozy, joyful way, celebrating the universal b
Ages 0–4
My Fair Brady
Brian D. Kennedy
For the teen navigating the awkward stage of first love and the high-stakes drama of finding where they belong on and of
Ages 13–18
All Moms
Sarah Kate Ellis
For children curious about the many ways mothers live and love, this book celebrates the diverse jobs, hobbies, and iden
Ages 4–8
Drawing on Walls: A Story of Keith Haring
Matthew Burgess
For the child who loves to doodle on every surface, this story celebrates how a passion for drawing can become a powerfu
Ages 4–9
Ziggy Stardust & Me
James Brandon
For the teenager navigating the pressure to change who they are while finding hope and healing in the transformative pow
Ages 14–18
Fake Dates and Mooncakes
Sher Lee
Dylan is fighting to save his family's takeout shop through a high-stakes baking contest while falling for Theo and heal
Ages 13–18
Icarus
K. Ancrum
Secrets and heavy expectations weigh down a young life in this modern, lyrical reimagining of a classic myth about the r
Ages 14–18
Yesterday is History
Kosoko Jackson
For the teenager navigating the weight of a serious health journey while exploring their identity and the pull of two di
Ages 14–18
Tonight We Rule the World
Zack Smedley
For the teen navigating the pressure of public perception and digital rumors while finding the courage to embrace their
Ages 14–18
The Raven and the Reindeer
T. Kingfisher
For the teen realizing that some friendships are worth letting go. This reimagining of The Snow Queen focuses on finding
Ages 14–18
She's Too Pretty to Burn
Wendy Heard
A viral photograph thrusts two girls into the dangerous underground art scene of San Diego, where secrets and sudden fam
Ages 14–18
No Way, They Were Gay?: Hidden Lives and Secret Loves
Lee Wind
For the teen or young adult exploring the history of identity and the courageous lives of LGBTQ+ figures throughout time
Ages 12–18
Dark and Deepest Red
Anna-Marie McLemore
For the teen navigating the weight of family secrets and the fear of being seen as different while discovering their own
Ages 12–18
Beating Heart Baby
Lio Min
Santi and Suwa find themselves drawn together by music, anime, and a mysterious shared past that resurfaces just as they
Ages 14–18
When You Call My Name
Tucker Shaw
For the teenager seeking to understand queer history and the power of finding community during the 1990s HIV/AIDS crisis
Ages 14–18
Swimming in the Monsoon Sea
Shyam Selvadurai
Amrith’s quiet summer in Sri Lanka is upended when a cousin arrives from Canada, sparking a whirlwind of first love and
Ages 12–17
A Touch Mortal #1
A Touch Mortal
Leah Clifford
For the teenager navigating deep feelings of isolation or the heavy weight of past mistakes while searching for a sense
Ages 14–18
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