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LGBTQ+

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Young adult fiction and nonfiction titles featuring characters who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer, and/or gender non-conforming.

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Simon Vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda

Simon Vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda

by Albertalli, Becky

Book - 2018

Sixteen-year-old, not-so-openly-gay Simon Spier is blackmailed into playing wingman for his classmate or else his sexual identity - and that of his pen pal - will be revealed. Sixteen-year-old, not-so-openly-gay Simon Spier is blackmailed into playing wingman for his classmate or else his sexual identity - and that of his pen pal - will be revealed. Show less

Sixteen-year-old, not-so-openly-gay Simon Spier is blackmailed into playing wingman for his classmate or else his sexual identity - and that of his pen pal - will be revealed. Sixteen-year-old, not-so-openly-gay Simon Spier is blackmailed into playing wingman for his classmate or else his sexual identity - and that of his pen pal - will be revealed. Show less

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All Out

All Out

The No-longer-secret Stories of Queer Teens Throughout the Ages

Book - 2018

This collection of short stories crosses cultures and time periods to shed light on a world where queer figures live, love and shape the world round them. This collection of short stories crosses cultures and time periods to shed light on a world where queer figures live, love and shape the world round them. Show less

This collection of short stories crosses cultures and time periods to shed light on a world where queer figures live, love and shape the world round them. This collection of short stories crosses cultures and time periods to shed light on a world where queer figures live, love and shape the world round them. Show less

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This Is Kind of An Epic Love Story

This Is Kind of An Epic Love Story

by Callender, Kacen

Book - 2018

Nate doesn’t believe in happy endings. In a rom-com-worthy twist, someone does come along, his former best friend. Nate finally has the chance to tell Ollie the truth about his feelings. Can Nate find the courage to pursue his own happily ever after? Nate doesn’t believe in happy endings. In a rom-com-worthy twist, someone does come along, his former best friend. Nate finally has the chance to tell Ollie the truth about his feelings. Can Nate find the courage to pursue his own happily ever after? Show less

Nate doesn’t believe in happy endings. In a rom-com-worthy twist, someone does come along, his former best friend. Nate finally has the chance to tell Ollie the truth about his feelings. Can Nate find the courage to pursue his own happily ever after? Nate doesn’t believe in happy endings. In a rom-com-worthy twist, someone does come along, his former best friend. Nate finally has the chance to tell Ollie the truth about his feelings. Can Nate find the courage to pursue his own happily ever after? Show less

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Little & Lion

Little & Lion

by Colbert, Brandy

Book - 2017

Suzette grapples with her bisexual identity when she and her stepbrother fall in love with the same girl. Lionel's bipolar disorder begins to spin out of control forcing Suzette to confront her own demons. Suzette grapples with her bisexual identity when she and her stepbrother fall in love with the same girl. Lionel's bipolar disorder begins to spin out of control forcing Suzette to confront her own demons. Show less

Suzette grapples with her bisexual identity when she and her stepbrother fall in love with the same girl. Lionel's bipolar disorder begins to spin out of control forcing Suzette to confront her own demons. Suzette grapples with her bisexual identity when she and her stepbrother fall in love with the same girl. Lionel's bipolar disorder begins to spin out of control forcing Suzette to confront her own demons. Show less

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Of Fire and Stars

Of Fire and Stars

by Coulthurst, Audrey

Book - 2016

Princess Dennaleia's marriage to the Prince of Myrnia will create an alliance that protects her people. But Denna has a secret. She possesses a magical Affinity for fire--a dangerous gift in a land where magic is forbidden. Princess Dennaleia's marriage to the Prince of Myrnia will create an alliance that protects her people. But Denna has a secret. She possesses a magical Affinity for fire--a dangerous gift in a land where magic is forbidden. Show less

Princess Dennaleia's marriage to the Prince of Myrnia will create an alliance that protects her people. But Denna has a secret. She possesses a magical Affinity for fire--a dangerous gift in a land where magic is forbidden. Princess Dennaleia's marriage to the Prince of Myrnia will create an alliance that protects her people. But Denna has a secret. She possesses a magical Affinity for fire--a dangerous gift in a land where magic is forbidden. Show less

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If You Could Be Mine

If You Could Be Mine

by Farizan, Sara

Book - 2014

In Iran, where homosexuality is punishable by death, seventeen-year-olds Sahar and Nasrin love each other in secret until Nasrin's parents announce their daughter's arranged marriage and Sahar proposes a drastic solution. In Iran, where homosexuality is punishable by death, seventeen-year-olds Sahar and Nasrin love each other in secret until Nasrin's parents announce their daughter's arranged marriage and Sahar proposes a drastic solution. Show less

In Iran, where homosexuality is punishable by death, seventeen-year-olds Sahar and Nasrin love each other in secret until Nasrin's parents announce their daughter's arranged marriage and Sahar proposes a drastic solution. In Iran, where homosexuality is punishable by death, seventeen-year-olds Sahar and Nasrin love each other in secret until Nasrin's parents announce their daughter's arranged marriage and Sahar proposes a drastic solution. Show less

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Better Nate Than Ever

Better Nate Than Ever

by Federle, Tim

Book - 2013

An eighth-grader who dreams of performing in a Broadway musical concocts a plan to run away to New York and audition for the role of Elliot in the musical version of "E.T." An eighth-grader who dreams of performing in a Broadway musical concocts a plan to run away to New York and audition for the role of Elliot in the musical version of "E.T." Show less

An eighth-grader who dreams of performing in a Broadway musical concocts a plan to run away to New York and audition for the role of Elliot in the musical version of "E.T." An eighth-grader who dreams of performing in a Broadway musical concocts a plan to run away to New York and audition for the role of Elliot in the musical version of "E.T." Show less

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Lily and Dunkin

Lily and Dunkin

by Gephart, Donna

Book - 2016

Lily Jo McGrother, born Timothy McGrother, is a girl. But being a girl is not so easy when you look like a boy. Norbert Dorfman, nicknamed Dunkin, is bipolar and has just moved to town. One day, Lily Jo meets Dunkin, and their lives change forever. Lily Jo McGrother, born Timothy McGrother, is a girl. But being a girl is not so easy when you look like a boy. Norbert Dorfman, nicknamed Dunkin, is bipolar and has just moved to town. One day, Lily Jo meets Dunkin, and their lives change forever. Show less

Lily Jo McGrother, born Timothy McGrother, is a girl. But being a girl is not so easy when you look like a boy. Norbert Dorfman, nicknamed Dunkin, is bipolar and has just moved to town. One day, Lily Jo meets Dunkin, and their lives change forever. Lily Jo McGrother, born Timothy McGrother, is a girl. But being a girl is not so easy when you look like a boy. Norbert Dorfman, nicknamed Dunkin, is bipolar and has just moved to town. One day, Lily Jo meets Dunkin, and their lives change forever. Show less

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Girl Mans up

Girl Mans up

by Girard, M-E

Book - 2016

In Ontario, Pen is a sixteen-year-old girl who looks like a boy. She's fine with it, but everyone else is uncomfortable—especially her Portuguese immigrant parents and her manipulative neighbor who doesn't want her to find a group of real friends. In Ontario, Pen is a sixteen-year-old girl who looks like a boy. She's fine with it, but everyone else is uncomfortable—especially her Portuguese immigrant parents and her manipulative neighbor who doesn't want her to find a group of real friends. Show less

In Ontario, Pen is a sixteen-year-old girl who looks like a boy. She's fine with it, but everyone else is uncomfortable—especially her Portuguese immigrant parents and her manipulative neighbor who doesn't want her to find a group of real friends. In Ontario, Pen is a sixteen-year-old girl who looks like a boy. She's fine with it, but everyone else is uncomfortable—especially her Portuguese immigrant parents and her manipulative neighbor who doesn't want her to find a group of real friends. Show less

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Being Jazz

Being Jazz

My Life as A (transgender) Teen

by Jennings, Jazz

Book - 2016

Teen activist and trailblazer Jazz Jennings—named one of "The 25 most influential teens" of the year by Time—shares her very public transgender ...Show more Teen activist and trailblazer Jazz Jennings—named one of "The 25 most influential teens" of the year by Time—shares her very public transgender journey, as she inspires people to accept the differences in others while they embrace their own truths. Show less

Teen activist and trailblazer Jazz Jennings—named one of "The 25 most influential teens" of the year by Time—shares her very public transgender ...Show more Teen activist and trailblazer Jazz Jennings—named one of "The 25 most influential teens" of the year by Time—shares her very public transgender journey, as she inspires people to accept the differences in others while they embrace their own truths. Show less

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All Boys Aren't Blue

All Boys Aren't Blue

A Memoir-manifesto

by Johnson, George M.

Book - 2020

In this collection of essays, author and activist Johnson explores family, identity, and the complexities of growing up queer and Black in American. The topics can be heavy, but Johnson's warm, conversational tone draws in readers of all backgrounds. In this collection of essays, author and activist Johnson explores family, identity, and the complexities of growing up queer and Black in American. The topics can be heavy, but Johnson's warm, conversational tone draws in readers of all backgrounds. Show less

In this collection of essays, author and activist Johnson explores family, identity, and the complexities of growing up queer and Black in American. The topics can be heavy, but Johnson's warm, conversational tone draws in readers of all backgrounds. In this collection of essays, author and activist Johnson explores family, identity, and the complexities of growing up queer and Black in American. The topics can be heavy, but Johnson's warm, conversational tone draws in readers of all backgrounds. 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 Lighty isn’t sure her high school is ready for an awkward, poor, Black prom queen, but she enters anyway for the scholarship money that comes with the title. The last thing she expected was to fall for her competition. A charming queer romance. Liz Lighty isn’t sure her high school is ready for an awkward, poor, Black prom queen, but she enters anyway for the scholarship money that comes with the title. The last thing she expected was to fall for her competition. A charming queer romance. Show less

Liz Lighty isn’t sure her high school is ready for an awkward, poor, Black prom queen, but she enters anyway for the scholarship money that comes with the title. The last thing she expected was to fall for her competition. A charming queer romance. Liz Lighty isn’t sure her high school is ready for an awkward, poor, Black prom queen, but she enters anyway for the scholarship money that comes with the title. The last thing she expected was to fall for her competition. A charming queer romance. Show less

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Darius the Great Is Not Okay

Darius the Great Is Not Okay

by Khorram, Adib

Book - 2018

Darius's family travels to Iran to visit his dying grandfather, and Darius, who struggles with depression, bullies, and his father's expectations, begins a surprising friendship that changes his life. Darius's family travels to Iran to visit his dying grandfather, and Darius, who struggles with depression, bullies, and his father's expectations, begins a surprising friendship that changes his life. Show less

Darius's family travels to Iran to visit his dying grandfather, and Darius, who struggles with depression, bullies, and his father's expectations, begins a surprising friendship that changes his life. Darius's family travels to Iran to visit his dying grandfather, and Darius, who struggles with depression, bullies, and his father's expectations, begins a surprising friendship that changes his life. Show less

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Beyond Magenta

Beyond Magenta

Transgender Teens Speak Out

by Kuklin, Susan

Book - 2014

Six very different transgender, genderqueer, and intersex young adults share their experiences in their own words. Includes interviews and photos. Six very different transgender, genderqueer, and intersex young adults share their experiences in their own words. Includes interviews and photos. Show less

Six very different transgender, genderqueer, and intersex young adults share their experiences in their own words. Includes interviews and photos. Six very different transgender, genderqueer, and intersex young adults share their experiences in their own words. Includes interviews and photos. Show less

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We Are Okay

We Are Okay

by LaCour, Nina

Book - 2017

Thousands of miles away at college, Marin still feels the overwhelming grief she's tried to outrun. Now, months later, her best friend Mabel is coming to visit and Marin will be forced to face everything that's been left unsaid between them. Thousands of miles away at college, Marin still feels the overwhelming grief she's tried to outrun. Now, months later, her best friend Mabel is coming to visit and Marin will be forced to face everything that's been left unsaid between them. Show less

Thousands of miles away at college, Marin still feels the overwhelming grief she's tried to outrun. Now, months later, her best friend Mabel is coming to visit and Marin will be forced to face everything that's been left unsaid between them. Thousands of miles away at college, Marin still feels the overwhelming grief she's tried to outrun. Now, months later, her best friend Mabel is coming to visit and Marin will be forced to face everything that's been left unsaid between them. Show less

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The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue

The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue

by Lee, Mackenzi

Book - 2017

Lord-to-be Monty, his sister Felicity, and his friend (and unrequited love interest) Percy embark on a Grand Tour of Europe, but Monty's penchant for hedonism leads to trouble. Lord-to-be Monty, his sister Felicity, and his friend (and unrequited love interest) Percy embark on a Grand Tour of Europe, but Monty's penchant for hedonism leads to trouble. Show less

Lord-to-be Monty, his sister Felicity, and his friend (and unrequited love interest) Percy embark on a Grand Tour of Europe, but Monty's penchant for hedonism leads to trouble. Lord-to-be Monty, his sister Felicity, and his friend (and unrequited love interest) Percy embark on a Grand Tour of Europe, but Monty's penchant for hedonism leads to trouble. Show less

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Ramona Blue

Ramona Blue

by Murphy, Julie

Book - 2017

Blue-haired lesbian Ramona is "the responsible one," working multiple jobs to support her dad and pregnant sister. When an old friend resurfaces, Ramona questions everything she thought she knew about herself. Blue-haired lesbian Ramona is "the responsible one," working multiple jobs to support her dad and pregnant sister. When an old friend resurfaces, Ramona questions everything she thought she knew about herself. Show less

Blue-haired lesbian Ramona is "the responsible one," working multiple jobs to support her dad and pregnant sister. When an old friend resurfaces, Ramona questions everything she thought she knew about herself. Blue-haired lesbian Ramona is "the responsible one," working multiple jobs to support her dad and pregnant sister. When an old friend resurfaces, Ramona questions everything she thought she knew about herself. Show less

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Like A Love Story

Like A Love Story

by Nazemian, Abdi

Book - 2019

At the height of the 1980s AIDS crisis, three teens living in New York City deal with love, friendship and secrets. At the height of the 1980s AIDS crisis, three teens living in New York City deal with love, friendship and secrets. Show less

At the height of the 1980s AIDS crisis, three teens living in New York City deal with love, friendship and secrets. At the height of the 1980s AIDS crisis, three teens living in New York City deal with love, friendship and secrets. Show less

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I'll Give You the Sun

I'll Give You the Sun

by Nelson, Jandy

Book - 2014

Two twins, once inseparable, now barely speak to one another. The truth of what happened between them slowly unveils itself, and the real magic is in the family these two find in the people they meet outside of their home. Two twins, once inseparable, now barely speak to one another. The truth of what happened between them slowly unveils itself, and the real magic is in the family these two find in the people they meet outside of their home. Show less

Two twins, once inseparable, now barely speak to one another. The truth of what happened between them slowly unveils itself, and the real magic is in the family these two find in the people they meet outside of their home. Two twins, once inseparable, now barely speak to one another. The truth of what happened between them slowly unveils itself, and the real magic is in the family these two find in the people they meet outside of their home. Show less

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If I Was your Girl

If I Was your Girl

by Russo, Meredith

Book - 2016

Amanda Hardy only wants to fit in at her new school, but she is keeping a big secret, so when she falls for Grant, guarded Amanda finds herself yearning to share with him everything about herself, including her previous life as Andrew. Amanda Hardy only wants to fit in at her new school, but she is keeping a big secret, so when she falls for Grant, guarded Amanda finds herself yearning to share with him everything about herself, including her previous life as Andrew. Show less

Amanda Hardy only wants to fit in at her new school, but she is keeping a big secret, so when she falls for Grant, guarded Amanda finds herself yearning to share with him everything about herself, including her previous life as Andrew. Amanda Hardy only wants to fit in at her new school, but she is keeping a big secret, so when she falls for Grant, guarded Amanda finds herself yearning to share with him everything about herself, including her previous life as Andrew. Show less

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The Inexplicable Logic of My Life

The Inexplicable Logic of My Life

by Sáenz, Benjamin Alire

Book - 2017

Sal used to know his place in his Mexican American family, and with his best friend, Samantha. But it's senior year, and suddenly Sal is questioning everything, and realizing he no longer knows himself. If Sal's not who he thought he was, who is he? Sal used to know his place in his Mexican American family, and with his best friend, Samantha. But it's senior year, and suddenly Sal is questioning everything, and realizing he no longer knows himself. If Sal's not who he thought he was, who is he? Show less

Sal used to know his place in his Mexican American family, and with his best friend, Samantha. But it's senior year, and suddenly Sal is questioning everything, and realizing he no longer knows himself. If Sal's not who he thought he was, who is he? Sal used to know his place in his Mexican American family, and with his best friend, Samantha. But it's senior year, and suddenly Sal is questioning everything, and realizing he no longer knows himself. If Sal's not who he thought he was, who is he? Show less

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History Is All You Left Me

History Is All You Left Me

by Silvera, Adam

Book - 2017

Griffin’s first love and ex-boyfriend, Theo, drowns and Griffin’s world is shattered. Told in alternating voices, Griffin comes face to face with Theo’s new love, Jackson, at the funeral. Griffin’s first love and ex-boyfriend, Theo, drowns and Griffin’s world is shattered. Told in alternating voices, Griffin comes face to face with Theo’s new love, Jackson, at the funeral. Show less

Griffin’s first love and ex-boyfriend, Theo, drowns and Griffin’s world is shattered. Told in alternating voices, Griffin comes face to face with Theo’s new love, Jackson, at the funeral. Griffin’s first love and ex-boyfriend, Theo, drowns and Griffin’s world is shattered. Told in alternating voices, Griffin comes face to face with Theo’s new love, Jackson, at the funeral. Show less

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The 57 Bus

The 57 Bus

by Slater, Dashka

Book - 2017

One white agender teenager wearing a skirt. One black teenager playing with a lighter. One moment that changes both of their lives forever. If it weren't for the 57 bus, Sasha and Richard never would have met. Now their lives are intertwined. One white agender teenager wearing a skirt. One black teenager playing with a lighter. One moment that changes both of their lives forever. If it weren't for the 57 bus, Sasha and Richard never would have met. Now their lives are intertwined. Show less

One white agender teenager wearing a skirt. One black teenager playing with a lighter. One moment that changes both of their lives forever. If it weren't for the 57 bus, Sasha and Richard never would have met. Now their lives are intertwined. One white agender teenager wearing a skirt. One black teenager playing with a lighter. One moment that changes both of their lives forever. If it weren't for the 57 bus, Sasha and Richard never would have met. Now their lives are intertwined. Show less

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Check, Please!

Check, Please!

Book 1, #Hockey!

by Ukazu, Ngozi

Book - 2018

Figure skater Eric Bittle is a college freshman on a hockey scholarship, but fitting in with the loud, vulgar guys isn't easy for Bitty, who prefers baking and vlogging to full-body checking. Inclusive, occasionally raunchy, and full of heart. Figure skater Eric Bittle is a college freshman on a hockey scholarship, but fitting in with the loud, vulgar guys isn't easy for Bitty, who prefers baking and vlogging to full-body checking. Inclusive, occasionally raunchy, and full of heart. Show less

Figure skater Eric Bittle is a college freshman on a hockey scholarship, but fitting in with the loud, vulgar guys isn't easy for Bitty, who prefers baking and vlogging to full-body checking. Inclusive, occasionally raunchy, and full of heart. Figure skater Eric Bittle is a college freshman on a hockey scholarship, but fitting in with the loud, vulgar guys isn't easy for Bitty, who prefers baking and vlogging to full-body checking. Inclusive, occasionally raunchy, and full of heart. Show less

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The Prince and the Dressmaker

The Prince and the Dressmaker

by Wang, Jen

Book - 2018

By day, Sebastian is a prince whose parents want him to get married. By night, he's Lady Crystallia, a fashion icon with a wardrobe of lovely dresses created by seamstress Frances. Gorgeous illustrations add to this delightful story about acceptance. By day, Sebastian is a prince whose parents want him to get married. By night, he's Lady Crystallia, a fashion icon with a wardrobe of lovely dresses created by seamstress Frances. Gorgeous illustrations add to this delightful story about acceptance. Show less

By day, Sebastian is a prince whose parents want him to get married. By night, he's Lady Crystallia, a fashion icon with a wardrobe of lovely dresses created by seamstress Frances. Gorgeous illustrations add to this delightful story about acceptance. By day, Sebastian is a prince whose parents want him to get married. By night, he's Lady Crystallia, a fashion icon with a wardrobe of lovely dresses created by seamstress Frances. Gorgeous illustrations add to this delightful story about acceptance. Show less

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