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LGBTQIA+ Pride Reads

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Celebrate LGBTQIA+ history, culture, and stories in June. Browse a list of fiction, biography, memoir, and history books.

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KCLSDiversity

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25 items

25 items

Refusing Compulsory Sexuality

Refusing Compulsory Sexuality

A Black Asexual Lens on Our Sex-obsessed Culture

by Brown, Sherronda J.

Book - 2022

An exploration of what it means to be Black and asexual in America today. Topics of deep relevance to ace and a-spec communities are discussed. For anyone seeking to better understand how race and sexuality intersect in our society. An exploration of what it means to be Black and asexual in America today. Topics of deep relevance to ace and a-spec communities are discussed. For anyone seeking to better understand how race and sexuality intersect in our society. Show less

An exploration of what it means to be Black and asexual in America today. Topics of deep relevance to ace and a-spec communities are discussed. For anyone seeking to better understand how race and sexuality intersect in our society. An exploration of what it means to be Black and asexual in America today. Topics of deep relevance to ace and a-spec communities are discussed. For anyone seeking to better understand how race and sexuality intersect in our society. Show less

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The Heartbreak Bakery

The Heartbreak Bakery

by Capetta, A. R.

Book - 2021

When teenage baker Syd bakes a batch of brownies they turn out to be magical. Everyone who eats them breaks up. Now a ripple of heartbreak is occurring in Austin's queer community. When teenage baker Syd bakes a batch of brownies they turn out to be magical. Everyone who eats them breaks up. Now a ripple of heartbreak is occurring in Austin's queer community. Show less

When teenage baker Syd bakes a batch of brownies they turn out to be magical. Everyone who eats them breaks up. Now a ripple of heartbreak is occurring in Austin's queer community. When teenage baker Syd bakes a batch of brownies they turn out to be magical. Everyone who eats them breaks up. Now a ripple of heartbreak is occurring in Austin's queer community. Show less

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Across A Field of Starlight

Across A Field of Starlight

by Delliquanti, Blue

Book - 2022

This vibrant space opera graphic novel tells the tale of Lu and Fassen. Lu and Fassen are from different worlds and should never have met, except they did! What will happen with Fassen asks Lu for help, something they are forbidden to give? This vibrant space opera graphic novel tells the tale of Lu and Fassen. Lu and Fassen are from different worlds and should never have met, except they did! What will happen with Fassen asks Lu for help, something they are forbidden to give? Show less

This vibrant space opera graphic novel tells the tale of Lu and Fassen. Lu and Fassen are from different worlds and should never have met, except they did! What will happen with Fassen asks Lu for help, something they are forbidden to give? This vibrant space opera graphic novel tells the tale of Lu and Fassen. Lu and Fassen are from different worlds and should never have met, except they did! What will happen with Fassen asks Lu for help, something they are forbidden to give? Show less

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The Summer of Bitter and Sweet

The Summer of Bitter and Sweet

by Ferguson, Jenny

Book - 2022

Lou learns to draw boundaries and stand up for herself while coming to terms with her demisexuality. A moving and complex narrative. Lou learns to draw boundaries and stand up for herself while coming to terms with her demisexuality. A moving and complex narrative. Show less

Lou learns to draw boundaries and stand up for herself while coming to terms with her demisexuality. A moving and complex narrative. Lou learns to draw boundaries and stand up for herself while coming to terms with her demisexuality. A moving and complex narrative. Show less

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Other Ever Afters

Other Ever Afters

New Queer Fairy Tales

by Gillman, Melanie

Book - 2022

A queer fairy tale collection. Fresh takes inspired by traditional fairy tales and folklore. A queer fairy tale collection. Fresh takes inspired by traditional fairy tales and folklore. Show less

A queer fairy tale collection. Fresh takes inspired by traditional fairy tales and folklore. A queer fairy tale collection. Fresh takes inspired by traditional fairy tales and folklore. Show less

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Didn't Nobody Give A Shit What Happened to Carlotta

Didn't Nobody Give A Shit What Happened to Carlotta

by Hannaham, James

Book - 2022

Carlotta Mercedes has just finished a 20 year sentence in a men's prison. For a crime she committed when she was still known as Dustin Chambers. Back in her home town of Brooklyn, Carlotta tries to reconcile with the people she left behind. Carlotta Mercedes has just finished a 20 year sentence in a men's prison. For a crime she committed when she was still known as Dustin Chambers. Back in her home town of Brooklyn, Carlotta tries to reconcile with the people she left behind. Show less

Carlotta Mercedes has just finished a 20 year sentence in a men's prison. For a crime she committed when she was still known as Dustin Chambers. Back in her home town of Brooklyn, Carlotta tries to reconcile with the people she left behind. Carlotta Mercedes has just finished a 20 year sentence in a men's prison. For a crime she committed when she was still known as Dustin Chambers. Back in her home town of Brooklyn, Carlotta tries to reconcile with the people she left behind. Show less

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Before We Were Trans

Before We Were Trans

A New History of Gender

by Heyam, Kit

Book - 2022

A study of the history of gender nonconformity. Tells a wide variety of pertinent stories that are often left out of the trans narrative. A study of the history of gender nonconformity. Tells a wide variety of pertinent stories that are often left out of the trans narrative. Show less

A study of the history of gender nonconformity. Tells a wide variety of pertinent stories that are often left out of the trans narrative. A study of the history of gender nonconformity. Tells a wide variety of pertinent stories that are often left out of the trans narrative. Show less

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The Henna Wars

The Henna Wars

by Jaigirdar, Adiba

Book - 2020

Bangladeshi Irish teen Nishat is obsessed with winning her school's business competition. Unfortunately it entails outperforming the girl she has a crush on. Bangladeshi Irish teen Nishat is obsessed with winning her school's business competition. Unfortunately it entails outperforming the girl she has a crush on. Show less

Bangladeshi Irish teen Nishat is obsessed with winning her school's business competition. Unfortunately it entails outperforming the girl she has a crush on. Bangladeshi Irish teen Nishat is obsessed with winning her school's business competition. Unfortunately it entails outperforming the girl she has a crush on. Show less

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Never Been Kissed

Never Been Kissed

by Janovsky, Timothy

Book - 2022

Wren Roland has never been kissed, but he wants that movie-perfect ending more than anything. Wren Roland has never been kissed, but he wants that movie-perfect ending more than anything. Show less

Wren Roland has never been kissed, but he wants that movie-perfect ending more than anything. Wren Roland has never been kissed, but he wants that movie-perfect ending more than anything. Show less

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You Should See Me in A Crown

You Should See Me in A Crown

by Johnson, Leah

Book - 2020

Liz hates the spotlight, but when a scholarship deal fails... she's forced to go outside her comfort zone and run for prom royalty, which has her discovering identity and true friendship. Liz hates the spotlight, but when a scholarship deal fails... she's forced to go outside her comfort zone and run for prom royalty, which has her discovering identity and true friendship. Show less

Liz hates the spotlight, but when a scholarship deal fails... she's forced to go outside her comfort zone and run for prom royalty, which has her discovering identity and true friendship. Liz hates the spotlight, but when a scholarship deal fails... she's forced to go outside her comfort zone and run for prom royalty, which has her discovering identity and true friendship. Show less

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Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle

Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle

by LaCour, Nina

Book - 2022

A tender tale featuring a loving two-mom family. This story will resonate with any child who has ever missed a loved one. A tender tale featuring a loving two-mom family. This story will resonate with any child who has ever missed a loved one. Show less

A tender tale featuring a loving two-mom family. This story will resonate with any child who has ever missed a loved one. A tender tale featuring a loving two-mom family. This story will resonate with any child who has ever missed a loved one. Show less

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The Civil War of Amos Abernathy

The Civil War of Amos Abernathy

by Leali, Michael

Book - 2022

A heartfelt debut novel about a boy's attempt to find himself in the history he loves. A heartfelt debut novel about a boy's attempt to find himself in the history he loves. Show less

A heartfelt debut novel about a boy's attempt to find himself in the history he loves. A heartfelt debut novel about a boy's attempt to find himself in the history he loves. Show less

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A Scatter of Light

A Scatter of Light

by Lo, Malinda

Book - 2022

After a party mishap, Aria finds herself in California. She thinks she will be having a boring summer stay with her grandmother. That is, until she meets her grandmother's gardener who is anything but boring. After a party mishap, Aria finds herself in California. She thinks she will be having a boring summer stay with her grandmother. That is, until she meets her grandmother's gardener who is anything but boring. Show less

After a party mishap, Aria finds herself in California. She thinks she will be having a boring summer stay with her grandmother. That is, until she meets her grandmother's gardener who is anything but boring. After a party mishap, Aria finds herself in California. She thinks she will be having a boring summer stay with her grandmother. That is, until she meets her grandmother's gardener who is anything but boring. Show less

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Different Kinds of Fruit

Different Kinds of Fruit

by Lukoff, Kyle

Book - 2022

Sixth grader Annabelle Blake has a new classmate in her small town named Bailey who is nonbinary. When Annabelle's father reacts poorly upon learning Bailey's gender, Annabelle learns that her dad is a "stealth" trans man. Sixth grader Annabelle Blake has a new classmate in her small town named Bailey who is nonbinary. When Annabelle's father reacts poorly upon learning Bailey's gender, Annabelle learns that her dad is a "stealth" trans man. Show less

Sixth grader Annabelle Blake has a new classmate in her small town named Bailey who is nonbinary. When Annabelle's father reacts poorly upon learning Bailey's gender, Annabelle learns that her dad is a "stealth" trans man. Sixth grader Annabelle Blake has a new classmate in her small town named Bailey who is nonbinary. When Annabelle's father reacts poorly upon learning Bailey's gender, Annabelle learns that her dad is a "stealth" trans man. Show less

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Feral City

Feral City

On Finding Liberation in Lockdown New York

by Moss, Jeremiah

Book - 2022

A collection of essays that reflects on how life changed in New York City after lockdown. An intimate look at a city returned to its roots. A compelling read for anyone interested in New York City's history. A collection of essays that reflects on how life changed in New York City after lockdown. An intimate look at a city returned to its roots. A compelling read for anyone interested in New York City's history. Show less

A collection of essays that reflects on how life changed in New York City after lockdown. An intimate look at a city returned to its roots. A compelling read for anyone interested in New York City's history. A collection of essays that reflects on how life changed in New York City after lockdown. An intimate look at a city returned to its roots. A compelling read for anyone interested in New York City's history. Show less

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The Sublime Ms. Stacks

The Sublime Ms. Stacks

This Legendary Librarian Is Serving Story Time Realness

by Pearlman, Robb

Book - 2022

A librarian wants to wow at storytime. So he swaps his traditional duds for something a bit more exciting! A joyful celebration of reading, creating, and expressing your truest self. A librarian wants to wow at storytime. So he swaps his traditional duds for something a bit more exciting! A joyful celebration of reading, creating, and expressing your truest self. Show less

A librarian wants to wow at storytime. So he swaps his traditional duds for something a bit more exciting! A joyful celebration of reading, creating, and expressing your truest self. A librarian wants to wow at storytime. So he swaps his traditional duds for something a bit more exciting! A joyful celebration of reading, creating, and expressing your truest self. Show less

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The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School

The Lesbiana's Guide to Catholic School

by Reyes, Sonora

Book - 2022

After being outed in public high school by her best friend, Yamilet switches to a Catholic high school. She plans on pretending to be straight. Then she discovers a smart, funny and cute lesbian also at her school. After being outed in public high school by her best friend, Yamilet switches to a Catholic high school. She plans on pretending to be straight. Then she discovers a smart, funny and cute lesbian also at her school. Show less

After being outed in public high school by her best friend, Yamilet switches to a Catholic high school. She plans on pretending to be straight. Then she discovers a smart, funny and cute lesbian also at her school. After being outed in public high school by her best friend, Yamilet switches to a Catholic high school. She plans on pretending to be straight. Then she discovers a smart, funny and cute lesbian also at her school. Show less

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The Women's House of Detention

The Women's House of Detention

A Queer History of A Forgotten Prison

by Ryan, Hugh

Book - 2022

A detailed account of the history of the notorious prison that once stood in New York City's Greenwitch Village. A provoking look at a part of history that should not be forgotten. A detailed account of the history of the notorious prison that once stood in New York City's Greenwitch Village. A provoking look at a part of history that should not be forgotten. Show less

A detailed account of the history of the notorious prison that once stood in New York City's Greenwitch Village. A provoking look at a part of history that should not be forgotten. A detailed account of the history of the notorious prison that once stood in New York City's Greenwitch Village. A provoking look at a part of history that should not be forgotten. Show less

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Manywhere

Manywhere

Stories

by Thomas, Morgan

Book - 2022

In this short story collection, the author explores gender and the search for self. In this short story collection, the author explores gender and the search for self. Show less

In this short story collection, the author explores gender and the search for self. In this short story collection, the author explores gender and the search for self. Show less

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Always the Almost

Always the Almost

A Novel

by Underhill, Edward

Book - 2023

Ever try to win back someone you dated? Trans teen pianist Miles Jacobson was on that course when he meets a new boy, a proud queer cartoonist. Ever try to win back someone you dated? Trans teen pianist Miles Jacobson was on that course when he meets a new boy, a proud queer cartoonist. Show less

Ever try to win back someone you dated? Trans teen pianist Miles Jacobson was on that course when he meets a new boy, a proud queer cartoonist. Ever try to win back someone you dated? Trans teen pianist Miles Jacobson was on that course when he meets a new boy, a proud queer cartoonist. Show less

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The Town of Babylon

The Town of Babylon

A Novel

by Varela, Alejandro

Book - 2022

An intimate portrait of queer, racial and class identity, a call to reevaluate the ties of societal bonds and the systems in which they are forged. An intimate portrait of queer, racial and class identity, a call to reevaluate the ties of societal bonds and the systems in which they are forged. Show less

An intimate portrait of queer, racial and class identity, a call to reevaluate the ties of societal bonds and the systems in which they are forged. An intimate portrait of queer, racial and class identity, a call to reevaluate the ties of societal bonds and the systems in which they are forged. Show less

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Siren Queen

Siren Queen

by Vo, Nghi

Book - 2022

Hollywood is full of outsiders trying to become a star. The beautiful and talented Luli Wei fights real monsters to conquer the world of magic on the silver screen. Hollywood is full of outsiders trying to become a star. The beautiful and talented Luli Wei fights real monsters to conquer the world of magic on the silver screen. Show less

Hollywood is full of outsiders trying to become a star. The beautiful and talented Luli Wei fights real monsters to conquer the world of magic on the silver screen. Hollywood is full of outsiders trying to become a star. The beautiful and talented Luli Wei fights real monsters to conquer the world of magic on the silver screen. Show less

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The Circus Infinite

The Circus Infinite

by Wong, Khan

Book - 2022

Wong's intimate, joyful space opera debut hooks readers from the outset with its blend of action, magic and queer romance. Wong's intimate, joyful space opera debut hooks readers from the outset with its blend of action, magic and queer romance. Show less

Wong's intimate, joyful space opera debut hooks readers from the outset with its blend of action, magic and queer romance. Wong's intimate, joyful space opera debut hooks readers from the outset with its blend of action, magic and queer romance. Show less

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Kapaemahu

Kapaemahu

by Wong-Kalu, Hinaleimoana

Book - 2022

A retelling of an Indigenous Hawaiian legend. This story centers on 4 legendary figures that bring their healing arts from Tahiti to Hawaii. A retelling of an Indigenous Hawaiian legend. This story centers on 4 legendary figures that bring their healing arts from Tahiti to Hawaii. Show less

A retelling of an Indigenous Hawaiian legend. This story centers on 4 legendary figures that bring their healing arts from Tahiti to Hawaii. A retelling of an Indigenous Hawaiian legend. This story centers on 4 legendary figures that bring their healing arts from Tahiti to Hawaii. Show less

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The Stonewall Generation

The Stonewall Generation

LGBT Elders on Sex, Activism, and Aging

Book - 2020

Sexuality researcher Fleishman shares the stories of nine fearless elders in the LGBTQIA+ community who came of age around the time of Stonewall. Sexuality researcher Fleishman shares the stories of nine fearless elders in the LGBTQIA+ community who came of age around the time of Stonewall. Show less

Sexuality researcher Fleishman shares the stories of nine fearless elders in the LGBTQIA+ community who came of age around the time of Stonewall. Sexuality researcher Fleishman shares the stories of nine fearless elders in the LGBTQIA+ community who came of age around the time of Stonewall. Show less

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