Our review of : Embodied

Call Me by Your Name chronicles a young man’s coming-of-age during a summer in Italy, as he falls madly in love with the son of his father’s employer. Aciman explores the intense emotions and sexuality that accompany first love, providing readers an evocative and unforgettable story. For who is this book for ? This book [...]

Written in the Stars is a beautifully written LGBTQ+ novel that will pull at your heartstrings. It tells the story of two young lovers, Noah and Jude, who are trying to find their place in the world. They must overcome many obstacles including family disapproval and intolerance before they can finally be together. This book [...]

Kathryn Schulz’s “Lost & Found” is a moving memoir recounting the author’s journey of self-discovery as they come to terms with their sexuality and gender identity. The book provides an honest and unflinching look at the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ people throughout their lives, as well as providing hope and inspiration for readers looking to [...]

The Awkward Truth is a LGBTQ+ novel by Lee Winter. It tells the story of 17-year-old John, who must face the truths about his sexuality and gender identity while growing up in a conservative town. Along the way, he meets other members of the LGBTQ+ community who help him find his place in the world. [...]

The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow is a LGBTQ+ young adult novel about two teenage witches who are determined to prevent their world from falling apart. Ruby has spent her entire life being told what she can’t do because she’s a girl. But when she enrolls in the prestigious Witcher School, Ruby [...]

When his aunt dies, twenty-three year old Tyler inherits her house in rural Connecticut. He also inherits her gun collection and the responsibility of taking care of her six cats. Working as a Hollywood propmaster, Tyler is used to creating fake realities for movies but he’s not prepared for the demands of being a real-life [...]

Light from Uncommon Stars is a powerful, poetic book about growing up LGBTQ+ in America. Ryka Aoki shares her own story and those of others to show how resilience and love can light the way through even the darkest moments. This important YA memoir is perfect for anyone who wants to understand what it means [...]

Untamed is a powerful and inspiring memoir from New York Times bestselling author Glennon Doyle Melton about how owning her truth led to finding true love. After years of hiding her pain, Glennon Doyle opens up about the health crisis that nearly killed her—and reveals how she healed herself through radical self-acceptance. In Untamed, she [...]

The Headmistress is a novel that follows the story of Ms. Sheridan, who has been appointed headmistress of an all-girls school. However, she soon discovers that the school is hiding a dark secret – it’s actually a lesbian safe haven for girls who have been kicked out of other schools or have run away from [...]

Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke is a novel about love and loss, set in the LGBTQ+ community. It follows the story of two men as they navigate through life, heartbreak, and everything in between. From their first meeting to their last goodbye, this book will touch your heart and leave you wanting [...]

Unprotected is a powerful memoir from actor and singer Billy Porter. The book tells the story of his life, from growing up in Pittsburgh as a gay black man to achieving success on Broadway to becoming one of Hollywood’s most sought-after stars.Throughout it all, Porter has never shied away from speaking out about LGBTQ+ rights [...]

This book is a collection of essays and speeches by Audre Lorde, an influential black lesbian feminist writer. It covers topics such as racism, sexism, homophobia, and classism. Lorde provides a unique perspective on these issues and offers advice for how to overcome them. This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to learn [...]