Monday, March 20, 2023.
Explore the best of LGBTQ+ literature with the 35th annual Lambda Literary Awards.
Bestowed in 25 different categories, the Lammys recognize recent LGBTQ+ reads from memoirs to poetry, fiction, kids' books, and more!
Explore all of this year's finalists:
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
It is wild to me how much LGBTQ+ literature has boomed over the last decade. Where there once was the “token white gay best friend” character trope, there is now a vast array of diverse queer characters in science fiction, fantasy, historical fiction, and in so many other places...
Today, bookseller Carissa take us on a tour of LGBTQ+ literature, with a special emphasis on the L! Get her take on the changing book scene — and some of her favorite sapphic book recs, from romance to science fiction.
Friday, July 8th, 2022.
Last month, our bookseller Peri has shared some great articles about human sexuality and the importance of LGBTQ+ education. Now they're tackling race, sexuality, .
Explore the complex relationships between racism, feminism, and the fight for queer liberation — plus five of Peri's favorite books on intersectionality.
Thursday, June 16, 2022.
Last week, our bookseller Periwinkle took us on an introductory tour of human sexuality. Now they're answering a big question: why is it important for us to talk about — and learn about — LGBTQ+ issues?
Why Is LGBTQ+ Education So Important?
Saturday, June 11, 2022.
Since 1988, the Lambda Literary Awards have celebrated works that explore LGBT themes. Categories include Humor, Romance and Biography. This year's winners were announced—check out the list at Brilliant Books!
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
LGBTQ+ Pride Month is a time of celebration, of protest, of community, and also of education—about identity, sexuality, intersectionality, and so much more
This month, our bookseller Periwinkle is delving into the field of human sexuality, a somewhat off-limit topic in our society (and the subject of Peri's current degree). In a series of articles, they will guide people of all ages and sexual orientations through many complex (and often taboo) topics included under the umbrella of human sexuality.
First up, Periwinkle's top recommendations for covering the basics, including those you never learned about in school.
Peri's Introduction to Human Sexuality
Wednesday, June 1, 2022.
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month — and one of our favorite times of the year.
Explore some of our recent LGBTQ+ collections, from recommendations to new queer books to book awards. And keep an eye out for more Pride content, coming out throughout the month!
Friday, May 20, 2022.
Following Netflix's release of their Heartstopper show, the graphic novels have been flying off shelves. In fact, most of the books are still backordered!
So whether you're waiting for your book or you've finished Heartstopper and are looking for something that will make you feel the same way, check out Leo's top 10 books for Heartstopper fans!
Friday, April 15, 2022.
LGBTQ+ romance is a rapidly growing subgenre. According to a recent New York Times article, over the past five years, LGBTQ+ romance book sales have increased by a whopping 740%! It’s clear that people are hungry for happy queer stories, so Leo is here to give the people what they want.
Check out some of Leo's favorite LGBTQ+ romance books (featuring both YA and Adult)—plus read abut how queer representation has changed Leo's relationship with the romance genre.
Thursday, March 31, 2022.
March 31st is Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV), an international holiday that honors transgender people worldwide. This is a day to celebrate trans resilience, share trans and LGBTQ+ stories, and commit to working towards trans justice and liberation.
Today we're sharing some of our favorite books from trans, nonbinary, and genderqueer authors, from nonfiction to short stories to kids books.
