Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: LGBTQIA+

Book SynopsisWinner of a Sydney Taylor Book Award Honor! A heartfelt novel about a neurodivergent thirteen-year-old navigating changing friendships, a school trip, and expanding horizons for fans of Rain Reign and Ivy Aberdeen's Letter to the World. Thirteen-year-old Ellen Katz feels most comfortable when her life is well planned out and people fit neatly into her predefined categories. She attends temple with Abba and Mom every Friday and Saturday. Ellen only gets crushes on girls, never boys, and she knows she can always rely on her best-and-only friend, Laurel, to help navigate social situations at their private Georgia middle school. Laurel has always made Ellen feel like being autistic is no big deal. But lately, Laurel has started making more friends, and cancelling more weekend plans with Ellen than she keeps. A school trip to Barcelona seems like the perfect place for Ellen to get their friendship back on track.   Excep

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Book SynopsisThe perfect dream-come-true-fairytale!Jason June, New York Times bestselling author ofJay's Gay Agendaand Out of the BlueEffortlessly charming, funny, swoon-worthy, and sincerely moving.Julian Winters, award-winning author of Running With Lions#1 New York Times bestselling author Eric Geron delivers whirlwind wish-fulfillment in this story of a closeted crown prince and an out-and-proud cowboy who discover they were separated at birth. Edward Dinnissen leads a charmed life. He's the Crown Prince of Canada, gets the royal treatment at his exclusive private school, and resides in a ritzy mansion. He thrives off being the perfect prince as he prepares for the Investiture Ceremony on his eighteenth birthday, the final step in his role as heirand Canada's future king. But this closeted Crown Prince has just one tiny problem: he's unsure how to tell his parents, his beloved country, and his adoring fans that he's gay. Billy Boone should be happy with the simple life. His family's ranch is Trade Review“The Princess Diaries meets The Parent Trap is right! These two long-lost twin brothers, aka the twinces, will steal your heart as they search for their own happily ever afters.” —Emiko Jean, New York Times bestselling author of Tokyo Ever After and Tokyo Dreaming"The perfect dream-come-true-fairytale!" —Jason June, New York Times bestselling author of Jay's Gay Agenda and Out of the Blue“Effortlessly charming, funny, swoon-worthy, and sincerely moving.” —Julian Winters, award-winning author of Running With Lions“The enchanting cast of characters hooks you into a regal setting full of drama, romance, and intrigue, with relatable underlying journeys of self-love and struggle.” —Brian Zepka, author of The Temperature of Me and You "A quintessentially feel-good novel so richly plotted that it is hard to put down—and the empathetic, beautifully developed characters are to die for. Long may they reign." —Booklist, STARRED REVIEW

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Book SynopsisA heartwarming and hilarious YA rom-com about a trans boy who concocts the perfect plan to ensure his new school sees his true gender, by joining the secret ''Borrow a Boyfriend Club.'' The first rule: don''t fall in love. Perfect for fans of Only Mostly Devastated and Red White and Royal Blue.Need a prom date? Want to impress your friends? Or make your ex jealous? Just call ...THE BORROW A BOYFRIEND CLUBWhen sixteen-year-old Noah starts at a new school, he has a plan to ensure the students see him as his true gender: join the school''s secretive Borrow a Boyfriend Club, where members rent themselves out to their classmates for dates. The endless accidental slip-ups that plagued him at his last school will be a thing of the past once he joins the club; after all, it has boy right in the title. But he fails the audition. Desperate, he strikes a deal with the club''s prickly president, Asher: he''ll help lead thTrade Review'Charmingly chaotic and keenly observant, with real emotional depth. Page Powars' debut is an absolute joyride.' * Becky Albertalli, author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda *'Page Powars is a comedic genius. An unmissable debut' * Sophie Gonzales, co-author of If This Gets Out *'Light-hearted and fun' * Kirkus Reviews *'In vulnerable first-person prose, Powars renders Noah's feelings about his gender identity alongside sweet messaging surrounding the power of friendship and connection' * Publishers Weekly *

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Book Synopsis_______________ The exciting, heartfelt sequel to Golden Boys. As graduation looms, it's clear the boys' friendship will never be the same - but it could be so much more... After a summer of life-changing experiences and travel, Gabriel, Reese, Sal and Heath are reunited for their senior year of high school. With all the drama going on, from big choices about their future careers to pursuing new interests to colleges miles away from each other, it's clear their friendship will never be the same. How could it be? Their golden years had to end someday, but if they can stay connected to each other after all this time, what happens next might be more special than they could've ever imagined.Trade ReviewWarm, witty and tremendously wise, I adored this book * Simon James Green, author of NOAH CAN'T EVEN, on GOLDEN BOYS *A joyful and hopeful story about first love and those magical summers where you start to find yourself. The four best friends of Phil Stamper's Golden Boys form the best kind of found family, and spending time with them is an absolute delight from start to finish * Julie Buxbaum, New York Times bestselling author of TELL ME THREE THINGS, on GOLDEN BOYS *Golden Boys is incredibly charming, relatable, and heartwarming! You can't help but fall in love with every character. It's jam-packed with all my favorite things: romance, solo adventures, snappy dialogue, and powerful friendship * Christine Riccio, New York Times bestselling author of AGAIN, BUT BETTER, on GOLDEN BOYS *I couldn’t decide which boy I loved best, each one of their stories made my heart ache in the best possible way. Funny, smart, complex and life affirming - Golden Boys is everything YA should be * Jenna Evans Welch, New York Times bestselling author of LOVE & GELATO, on GOLDEN BOYS *

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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2021 School Library Association Information Book Award. Whoever you are, HAVE PRIDE.This inspirational history of the international LGBTQ+ movement will teach readers to accept and have pride in themselves and others, whatever their sexuality. It details the struggles and successes of LGBTQ+ movements around the world, looking at decriminalisation, the Stonewall riots and their legacy, global Pride movements, the HIV/AIDS crisis and equal marriage. It also includes profiles of significant LGBTQ+ figures from history and messages from young, modern-day members of the LGBTQ+ community, explaining why they have pride in themselves and why you should, too.Praise for Have Pride:''Never has a book lived up to its title, or been as deserving of so many accolades, as Have Pride ... Everything about this book is outstanding and cleverly designed to not only inspire but also to engage and empower young people ... This positive, celebratory, inspirational book highlights how far we''ve come and offers hope for the future. Have Pride is, without a doubt, the most important book you will ever buy for your school library'' Eileen Armstrong, ReadingZone.com''Have Pride offers an inspirational history of the LGBTQ+ movement in glorious rainbow technicolour'' Big Issue North''A bold, bright and unapologetic history of the LGBTQ+ movement'' Unite UK1''A must read for anyone who questions why we have pride'' LGBT+ History Month''Authoritative, comprehensive and fascinating progress through the ups and downs of LGBTQ+ history ... This is very much a book that will be read with pleasure and I hope with pride!'' LoveReading4Kids

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Book Synopsis'A joy to read' JEFFREY MARSH'I'm so happy this book exists' FREDDY MCCONNELL'Full of wit, fun and wisdom!' ALEX IANTAFFI'Oh hello darling, and welcome to The Book of Non-Binary Joy! This book is here to help you be yourself - free from judgement and expectation - as you unlock more joy in your life. Take my hand, and let's start your journey of self-love today.'Whether you are at the start of your journey or have been on the wild ride of gender introspection for a long time, this guide is here to help you thrive as your authentic - and most fabulous - non-binary self. With personal stories, valuable insights and interactive sections, this inspiring book covers a wide range of topics, including mental health, pleasure, fashion, understanding your past, allyship privilege and self-expression.Written with warmth and unapologetic humour, and with bold illustrations throughout, Ben Pechey has created the ultimate safe space for you to embrace your non-binary life and start living.Trade ReviewThis book is a joy to read! The Book of Non-Binary Joy is in perfect balance: direct, kind and deeply respectful explorations of what it means to be human, mixed with encouraging and purely prideful happiness. Beautifully illustrated and brilliantly witty, this is the book to help everyone expand their gender-delight. -- Jeffrey Marsh, bestselling author of How To Be YouThe Book of Non-Binary Joy is full of wit, kind advice, encouragement, fun and wisdom! Let Ben take you by the hand for this fabulous ride into the expansiveness of our genders and communities, you will not regret it. -- Alex Iantaffi, author of Gender Trauma, How to Understand Your Gender, and Life Isn't BinaryI'm so happy this book exists. As a trans man, it's a genuinely useful resource and as a trans person, it's a breath of fresh air for the focus to be on our ample, multi-faceted joy instead of simply the pain we experience at the hands of cis society. -- Freddy McConnell, writer and journalistThe Book of Non-Binary Joy is just that. JOY. Every page is packed full of love, acceptance, encouragement and more. Ben's wit, charm and warmth leap off the page like a big friendly hug. I know this book will help LGBTQIA+ people on their gender journey and discovery. Thank you Ben, from one of them. -- Dom&InkThis book speaks directly to the non-binary reader, because lets face it there aren't many that do, but rest-assured it is for everyone. To read, to learn, to understand better another persons perspective is incredibly powerful. This book debunks common misconceptions and gives insightful and useful information that we all need. They discuss trauma and the wider context of living in a world that often doesn't support or accept you with a beautifully delicate, light hand - giving the reader a real sense of pride and joy that is often neglected when talking about these issues. -- Natalie Lee (Style Me Sunday)Honest, incisive and responsive writing. A commanding and nuanced conversation of representation, allyship and identity... a book I wished I'd had in my twenties. -- Jules Von Hep, Entrepreneur and PhilanthropistAs someone who has, within the last year or so, started that journey into my gender identity and everything that surrounds it, I loved this book. It was reassuring and helpful while refraining from simply telling you everything will be okay. It's great for those like me who have already been on their journey and want the reassurance that they're "doing it right". The author's voice really shines through with a pervasive sense of style that I enjoyed. -- NetGalley ReviewerThis collection of insights provides a really wonderful overview of what it means to be non-binary, as a non-binary person myself I felt the love pouring out from the author and their words brought me so much joy. -- NetGalley ReviewerThis book is a glorious and necessary look at finding liberation and happiness in who you are. -- Rachel Thompson * Mashable *Table of ContentsContents Introduction How to read this Book Chapter One - Who are You?Chapter Two - The Obsession with GenderChapter Three - Understanding your PastChapter Four - We're an Unfinished Novel Chapter Five - What's your Pleasure?Chapter Six - Self-AwarenessChapter Seven - You Are Privileged Chapter Eight - Let's Talk About Fashion Chapter Nine - Self-Expression Chapter Ten - Connections and Allyship Chapter Eleven - Social MediaChapter Twelve - The Gift of TimeChapter Thirteen - DistractionsChapter Fourteen - Useful ResourcesConclusion Puzzle and Question Solutions

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Book SynopsisMagic was dormant – never dead To some, Emri – the adopted heir and daughter of two queens – is a living reminder that her birth father tried to usurp the Edaran throne. But as she grapples with a diplomatic visit from her estranged cousin, Melisande, the two girls are attacked by a magical force and spirited away. They must put their differences aside when Emri comes face to face with a goddess she’s always considered a myth: Lady Winter. Trapped deep within a mountain temple alongside other young royals, they face a race against time to complete Lady Winter’s trials … or die. Sequel to 2020's exciting YA debut - Queen of Coin and WhispersTrade Review‘I’ve had the best few days reading DAUGHTER OF WINTER AND TWILIGHT by Helen Corcoran (@glittersandglows). This is a standalone sequel to QUEEN OF COIN AND WHISPERS, which I absolutely loved and is, in my opinion, criminally underrated. In the first book, we saw idealistic Queen Aurelia fall in love with her vengeful spymaster, Xania. Now they are the married Queens of Edar and parents to Emri, their adopted heir, whose birthfather once tried to usurp Lia. This duology is such a treat for fans of high fantasy – a feast of courtly intrigue, intricate politics, family drama, and interconnected religions. It‘s also very careful and compassionate in its depiction of trauma. I loved learning more about the gods that watch over this world, especially the four that are linked to the seasons. The lore and history is so well-drawn. If you loved Sabran and Ead, I suspect you’ll also love Xania and Lia. It was wonderful to see them again in this sequel.’ -- Samantha Shannon, author of The Priory of the Orange TreeThis duology is such a treat for fans of high fantasy – a feast of courtly intrigue, intricate politics, family drama, and interconnected religions ... The lore and history is so well-drawn. -- Samantha Shannon, author of The Priory of the Orange Treea book for everyone who’s ever had to figure out how to mend a broken heart, face their past, or walk into an uncertain future. In short, it’s a book for all of us. Tender and heartwarming, Emri and her gods aren’t to be missed … a more than worthy follow up -- Nebula & Hugo Award Finalist C.L. Clarka 5-star read for me. I was utterly absorbed in the delicious political intrigue and machinations of the ruling classes. The plot was gripping and held me in suspense trying to guess what would happen next ... a solid fantasy with plenty of banter, queer rep, and a fast-paced plot. A standalone sequel to Queen of Coin and Whispers -- @ScorpioBkDreams[Corcoran] almost seamlessly eaves several different narratives and characters into a complex yet cohesive story that is an absolute page turner -- Inis Magazinea brilliant adventure quest, with witty, crackling dialogue, complex protagonists, horrifyingly real godmonsters, and a real moral dilemma at its heart. The writing in this book is so assured, the action feels so effortless, that I galloped through these pages and couldn't wait to pick it up again when I was forced to put it down -- @bookaneer808Helen Corcoran weaves a much darker story of courtly intrigue with queer representation -- The Echohighly enjoyable companion novel to Queen of Coin and Whispers … from the beginning we’re immersed in courtly intrigue … fab writing of family and friendship -- Mary WatsonAuthors often speak of the “second- slump”: the challenge of producing another novel once one has arrived on the shelves (and somehow, thoughtlessly, not magically fixed everything in that writer’s life). It is true that second novels do sometimes end up simply replicating what a writer imagines made the first one work - but it is also true that writers sometimes knock it out of the park with a second book, firmly establishing themselves as a force to be reckoned with. This is what fantasy author Helen Corcoran has done with Daughter of Winter and Twilight … an elegant, gripping tale that is both sequel to her first book and something completely different … The thoughtful characterisation of Emri, and of the other young royals the goddess has forced to accompany her on a dangerous quest, is one of the great strengths of this novel. Corcoran’s care with exploring the impact of trauma in fantastical worlds, particularly the harm those trusted with protecting young people can inflict, is reminiscent of Kristin Cashore’s work. Superb -- Claire Hennessy, Irish TimesHelen Corcoran’s fantasy novel Queen of Coin and Whispers was well reviewed in Books for Keeps and the sequel is highly recommended too … Corcoran manages to portray the two cousins as recognisable teenagers even as she constructs the strange, often terrifying magical world that is their prison, and succeeds in bringing her different narratives together so that we know them as girls, princesses, and victims of others’ ambition and careless cruelty … the story more than holds our attention throughout, its world of courtly intrigue, vengeful gods and burgeoning friendships immersive. The courts’ relaxed attitudes to queer relationships will be another recommendation for readers. The final pages set the scene for further episodes in this distinctive, original fantasy series … a gripping story of courtly intrigue and vengeful gods … highly recommended -- Books for Keepsbeautiful prose, with achingly beautiful atmosphere and characters … a worthy successor to Queen of Coin and Whispers and I'm happy to recommend and give 5/5 stars -- BuddhaBookBlogI love this story even more than the last … Complex, incredibly intriguing, seeping with dangers at every turn, exceptionally well-written…it is simply magnificent … Characters, storytelling and magic that you will not soon forget -- Fallen Star StoriesI was completely gripped … Helen has a unique writing talent, covering issues for young adults and LGBTQ in a book for everyone who’s ever had to figure out how to mend a broken heart, face their past, or walk into an uncertain future -- The Munster Bookshelf, Munster ExpressJust when I thought I couldn't love Queen of Coin and Whispers more, Corcoran blew me away with Daughter of Winter and Twilight … This is an incredible novel that reminded me of books like Twin Crowns by Catherine Doyle and Katherine Webber and The Bone Season series by Samantha Shannon … It is a book that will stay with me for a long time and I highly recommend it -- Paper Lanternscompelling … a novel about families and power, secrets and dealing with the consequences of the previous generation’s choices … a vivid, entertaining fantasy coming-of-age. I really enjoyed it. More, please? -- Liz Bourke, Locus MagazineThis standalone sequel to Corcoran’s Queen of Coin and Whispers features Emri, daughter of the two queens of Edar and heir to the throne. When her cousin, Melisande visits and the girls are attacked and spirited away, they must put their differences aside to survive. Corcoran has created a richly imagined, immersive world which will thrill any fan of high fantasy -- Irish Independent, Sarah Webbthis story continues the political intrigue of the original and adds a touch of spooky magic to create a terrific adventure with wicked traps and a memorably creepy setting. Perfect for fans and newcomers alike -- Children's Books Ireland’s Annual Reading Guide 2023Once more Helen Corcoran has woven a tale so compulsive that 561 pages it is almost impossible to put down, almost impossible to think of doing anything other than simply reading it from start to finish even if that means staying up long beyond bedtimes! What makes this story so special, such compulsive reading? Put simply it is magical. It has fantasy, myth, magic, love, friendship, power and so much more in the mix that we just want to, have to keep reading -- Armadillo MagazineA standalone sequel to Queen of Coin and Whispers, Daughter of Winter and Twilight is a gripping read full of banter for fantasy lovers beginning to read Young Adult books -- Donegal Live

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Book SynopsisAnnie’s family is made of love. When her moms open up their bookshop in the mornings, there is always a mysterious pile of books on the counter. By evening, every book has found its ideal reader. But one day there is a book that doesn’t get bought. It has to lie there all on its own. Who can its reader be, and why don’t they come? Days pass, and the book with no owner gets lonelier and lonelier. The bookshop is unhappy, and the moms are worried that the shop isn’t making enough money. Then someone starts borrowing the book. Eventually, we realise it’s Annie’s sibling Charlotte — and it is a book about being non-binary. Mum explains what ‘non-binary’ means to Annie. Charlotte asks to be called Charlie and says that their pronouns are they/them. The bookshop cheers up. Customers start buying books again. This family is made of love.Trade Review"This brave, kind novel in verse explores gender identity in an original way." -- Sarah Webb * Irish Independent *"By emphasizing the ways in which books and bookstores serve as safe spaces, the importance of open and honest communication in relationships, and the power of unconditional love, Grehan offers a wholesome and affirming story suffused with warmth and populated by a supportive and compassionate cast. " -- Publishers Weekly, Starred Review"There is much for every reader to enjoy in this celebration of the wonders of bookshops and family love." * The Echo *"What a tender jewel of a book ... The Lonely Book was a balm and a blessing." * Deirdre Sullivan, author of Savage Her Reply *"A beautifully immersive, magical and timely tale of family, gender identity - and the importance of a good book! I binged Meg Grehan's The Lonely Book in one sitting, it's the perfect warm and love-filled escape for bookworms of all ages, especially those who've always believed in the magic of bookstores." * Aislinn O'Loughlin, author of Big Bad Me *"I love this. I adore the language, the idea ... I'm definitely going to be recommending this one highly!" * Read and Reviewed *"Simply breathtaking." * Karla Bookish Life, 5 star review *"Grehan's writing style is lovely ... I also deeply enjoyed the magical element of the story and how it emphasized how meaningful and even life-changing the right book can be for a person." -- Queer Big Foot'A Middle-Grade chapter book that tackles the diverse topic of gender identity uniquely and magically.' * YA Books Central *'This Lonely Book has traveled with me so many places and I have pulled it out and shared it again and again so maybe it's a little less lonely.' * Wandering Bookseller *'I absolutely loved this one. All of Meg Grehan’s books for young readers feel like a warm hug. They are lovely and compassionate tales that aim to include and empower young readers. I loved the subtle magic of the bookshop and the main character’s journey in supporting their sibling. Also love to see books in a two-mom household that mirror my future household. Will be recommending this one far and wide!' * NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review *'They say don’t judge a book by it’s cover, but I was immediately drawn in when I saw the cover of The Lonely Book on NetGalley! It is such a sweet cover and it immediately conveys how warm and cozy the story inside is. I was also excited to see another book by Meg Grehan! I read one of her YA books, Baby Teeth, at the beginning of the year, and I adored it.' * NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review *'Very cute and sweet! Annie’s love and care for her family and their home and the love her family had for each other was so heartwarming.' * NetGalley Librarian, 5 Star review *'This book was so gentle--with the reader, with the characters, with the subject matter. Even though there was a deep ache for the "lonely" book to find it's reader, there was also deep comfort in the book. I've read pretty much everything by Meg Grehan and remain a fan.' * NetGalley, 5 star review *'What a beautiful, magical story ... Gender identity and anxiety are areas with little representation in literature for this target age of 8-11 years old. This book is queer joy. You will laugh and cry and probably wish you could visit their magical bookstore yourself. Highly recommend.' * NetGalley Librarian, 5 star review *'This is a very sweet book that teaches children about gender identity in a very simple way.' * NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review *'One of my favorite reads of the year. This heartwarming book about a magical bookstore reminds its readers just how important it is to love all that makes you you.' * NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review *'This book was so sweet! It was a perfect little slice-of-life book with a touch of magical realism and a touching story to boot. It's definitely not just a book for younger people, either. As a queer adult, I found reading this book to be incredibly fulfilling.' * NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review *'A book that is hard to put down once you open it. I think that this is a valuable book to have in any classroom or public library.' * Goodreads/NetGalley Librarian, 5 star review *'Grehan’s writing style is lovely, and she captured Annie’s youthful and inquisitive spirit so nicely, and it was so clear how much love she held for her moms and Charlie, her older sibling ... It was truly a wonderful read.' * NetGalley Reviewer, 5 star review *Praise for The Deepest Breath "Powerful in its simplicity ... A fierce reminder of the need for books that show readers of all kinds of love, as well as being this kind of book itself." * The Irish Times *Praise for The Deepest Breath ‘So utterly real ... Amazing to think it’s only Grehan’s second book.’ * The Irish Independent *Praise for Baby Teeth "Grehan’s verse novel skilfully charts uncertainty, temptation and the course of a strange, desperate love." * The Guardian *Praise for The Deepest Breath "Small in scope and big in heart and feeling, this novel is a tender portrait of gay early adolescence and a strong mother-daughter attachment." * Publishers Weekly *Praise for Baby Teeth "Grehan evocatively conjures Immy’s tragic sense of isolation and hard-won self-acceptance." * Financial Times *Praise for Baby Teeth "Emotionally rich and gloriously queer." * Kirkus, starred review *

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Book SynopsisTrade Review'It left me tearing through the pages desperate to find out what happens next. This is queer storytelling done right.' -- Calum McSwiggan * Author of Eat Gay Love *'A must-read enemies to lovers' * Gay Times *'A bewitching fantasy packed with heart shattering twists, Brenna Nation has woven a devastating tale about the things we do for love.' * Rosie Talbot, author of Sixteen Souls *

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Book Synopsis'These boys and their love story filled up my heart - I couldn't stop reading' Amie Kaufman David used to be in a band with his best friends Chance and Eli. Now the band, Darkhearts, is super famous, with a legion of fans - and David's out of the band and back in high school, brooding over everything he lost out on. Then tragedy throws David and Chance back together. Chance is everything David is not: a swaggeringly drop-dead gorgeous rock god. And yet spending more time alone with Chance, David has to admit he actually misses being with his old friend - and maybe he feels something more. Can you mix music with love? An enemies-to-lovers gay romance, perfect for fans of Simon James Green, Heartstopper and Adam SilveraTrade Review"A messy, joyful story about what happens when rockstars meet reality, and about finding the part of yourself that makes you whole. These boys and their love story filled up my heart - I couldn't stop reading, and I didn't want to" -- Amie Kaufman"Cute and true-to-life complicated, Darkhearts is a hands-down heart-stirrer for fans of Phil Stamper, Simon James Green, and YA romance" * LoveReading4Kids *"A tender-hearted LGBTQ+ romance about music, fame and second chances" * Waterstones *"Sparkles with laugh-out-loud dialogue ... A funny romp with a lot of heart" * Kirkus *"Sutter does an excellent job of building both character and compelling plot, turning his novel into more than a simple summer romance as he brings David and Chance to vivid life" -- starred review * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.

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Book Synopsis Fans of Far from the Tree, We Are Okay, and Emergency Contact will love this epic, utterly unforgettable contemporary novel about a lost shipwreck, a missing piece of family history, and weathering the storms of life.    The Larkin family isn't just lucky—they persevere. At least that's what Violet and her younger brother, Sam, were always told. When the Lyric sank off the coast of Maine, their great-great-great-grandmother didn't drown like the rest of the passengers. No, Fidelia swam to shore, fell in love, and founded Lyric, Maine, the town Violet and Sam returned to every summer. But wrecks seem to run in the family: tall, funny, musical Violet can't stop partying with the wrong people. And, one beautiful summer day, brilliant, sensitive Sam attempts to take his own life. Shipped back to Lyric while Sam is in treatment, Violet is haunted by her family's missing piece—the lost shipwreck she and Sam dreamed of discovering when they were children. Desperate to make amends, Violet embarks on a wildly ambitious mission: locate the Lyric, lain hidden in a watery grave for over a century. She finds a fellow wreck hunter in Liv Stone, an amateur local historian whose sparkling intelligence and guarded gray eyes make Violet ache in an exhilarating new way. Whether or not they find the Lyric, the journey Violet takes—and the bridges she builds along the way—may be the start of something like survival.   Epic, funny, and sweepingly romantic, The Last True Poets of the Sea is an astonishing debut about the strength it takes to swim up from a wreck.

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Book SynopsisIn Poems to Fall in Love With Chris Riddell has selected and illustrated his very favourite classic and modern poems about love.This gorgeously illustrated collection celebrates love in all its guises, from silent admiration, passion and married bliss to tearful resignation. These poems speak of the universal experiences of the heart and are brought to life with Chris's exquisite, intricate artwork.This perfect gift features famous poems, old and new, and a few surprises. Classic verses sit alongside the modern to create the ultimate collection. Includes poems from Neil Gaiman, Nikita Gill, Carol Ann Duffy, E. E. Cummings, Shakespeare, Leonard Cohen, Derek Walcott, Hollie McNish, Kae Tempest, John Betjeman and Roger McGough and many more.Enjoy more poetry with Chris's Poems to Live Your Life By, one of the Bookseller's best poetry books of the last twenty-five years.Trade ReviewThis is a stupendously well-chosen, feelgood anthology in which even feel-bad poems feel good. This little book is a must-have, with poems that will make you feel more alive. -- Kate Kellaway * The Observer - The New Review *Riddell offers a stylish pick ’n’ mix for all tastes and his graceful illustrations enhance this volume, sometimes stretching a single poem out over three or four pages. -- Bel Mooney * Daily Mail and Mail Online *(Chris Riddell is) a life-long lover of poetry and in this beautiful volume, (...) he shows how poetry gives meaning to all our lives, from childhood through to old age. This collection is aimed at younger readers but people of all ages will appreciate the beauty of poems like Shelley’s “The Indian Serenade”, Byron’s “She Walks in Beauty” and “La Belle Dame Sans Merci” by Keats * Independent *Table of ContentsPoem - 1: Locks - Neil Gaiman Poem - 2: Postcards from The Hedgehog - A. F. Harrold Poem - 3: Love and Friendship - Emily Bronte Poem - 4: La Belle Dame Sans Merci - John Keats Poem - 5: The Beautiful Librarians - Sean O'Brien Poem - 6: Sisters of Mercy - Leonard Cohen Poem - 7: Wormwood - Margot Armbruster Poem - 8: You: An Achilles Apple - Sappho Poem - 9: It's No Use/Mother Dear - Sappho Poem - 10: She Walks in Beauty - George Gordon, Lord Byron Poem - 11: If I profane with my unworthiest hand from 'Romeo and Juliet' - William Shakespeare Poem - 12: The Indian Serenade - P B Shelley Poem - 13: A Small Dragon - Brain Patten Poem - 14: A Lost Language - Nikita Gill Poem - 15: Valentine - Wendy Cope Poem - 16: From Idem the Same, A Valentine to Sherwood Anderson - Gertrude Stein Poem - 17: i carry your heart with me - e e cummings Poem - 18: From Hamlet - William Shakespeare Poem - 19: A Red, Red Rose - Robert Burns Poem - 20: The Licorice Fields at Pontefract - John Betjeman Poem - 21: Mad Girl's Love Song - Sylvia Plath Poem - 22: Firework - Kate Tempest Poem - 23: Wild nights - Wild nights! - Emily Dickinson Poem - 24: Into My Arms - Nick Cave Poem - 25: I Don't Love You As if You Were a Rose - Pablo Neruda Poem - 26: Words, Wide Night - Carol Ann Duffy Poem - 27: Like a Flame - Grace Nichols Poem - 28: Like Otters - Hollie McNish Poem - 29: happiness - Roger McGough Poem - 30: The Bargain - Sir Philip Sydney Poem - 31: Corinthians . . . but the greatest of these is love - St Paul Poem - 32: Sonnet 116 - William Shakespeare Poem - 33: The Owl and the Pussycat - Edward Lear Poem - 34: How Do I Love Thee? - Elizabeth Barrett Browning Poem - 35: The Good Morrow - John Donne Poem - 36: If You Are an Ancient Egyptian Hero - Hera Lindsay Bird Poem - 37: The parent anniversary - Lucy Thynne Poem - 38: Dark Sonnet - Neil Gaiman Poem - 39: The Song of the Wandering Aengus - W B Yeats Poem - 40: Love After Love - Derek Walcott Poem - 41: My Life Closed Twice - Emily Dickinson Poem - 42: Solitary Observation Brought Back from a Sojourn in Hell - Louise Bogan Poem - 43: Goodbye - Carol-Anne Marsh Poem - 44: Me and My Dog - Phoebe Bridgers Poem - 45: Since there's no help, come let us kiss and part - Michael Drayton Poem - 46: O Rose Thou Art Sick - William Blake Poem - 47: Remember - Christina Rossetti Poem - 48: I Can't Remember What We Talked About - Chris Riddell Poem - 49: The Taste of a Biscuit - A. F. Harrold Poem - 50: Funeral Blues - W H Auden Poem - 51: Tomorrow when you will not wake - Jan Dean

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Book Synopsis In The Stonewall Riots: Coming Out in the Streets, Gayle E. Pitman’s “fresh storytelling brings emotion and depth to the history of a movement and the establishment that served as an epicenter for social change” (Publishers Weekly). A timely and necessary read, The Stonewall Riots helps readers understand the history and legacy of the LGBTQ+ movement. The book includes contemporary photos, newspaper clippings, and other period objects, as well as a timeline, a biography, and an index. Interviews with people involved as well as witnesses bring an immediacy to the story. In clear prose and short chapters, the book takes readers through a history of American gay life leading up to the Riots, the Riots themselves, and the aftermath. In a starred review, Shelf Awareness noted: “With meaningful content delivered in an innovative format, The Stonewall Riots deserves to be required reading forTrade Review“Pitman’s fresh storytelling brings emotion and depth to the history of a movement.” -- Publishers Weekly“[An] inviting, engaging, and well-researched approach to history.” -- Booklist“An important look at a major moment in American history.” -- School Library Journal

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Book SynopsisSix fun facts about PENNY and TATE:1. They''ve known each other their whole lives2. Their moms are best friends3. They are DEFINITELY NOT friends4. They keep almost kissing5. They don''t talk about it6. Thanks to their moms, they''re moving in together ...But when an almost-kiss goes from almost to I am now wearing your lip gloss, Penny and Tate have no choice but to finally face the music ... right?An utterly compelling will-they-won''t-they slow-burn queer romance from the author of THE GIRLS I''VE BEEN.Praise for The Girls I''ve Been:''Unlike anything I''ve read before... immediate, gripping, incredibly tense, heart-breaking, heart-warming and FUN!'' Holly Jackson, author of A Good Girl''s Guide to Murder''Slick, stylish and full of suspense'' Sophie McKenzie''Grifters! Secret identities! Death-defying escapes! The Girls I''ve Been is a powerful gut-punch of a book that will leave you reeling long after its final pages. I couldn''t put it down!'' Chelsea Pitcher''Oh my god, I could hardly breathe until I finished. The tension! Absolutely loved it'' Emily BarrTrade ReviewIt's a rare book indeed that manages to instill so much compassion and nuance into its exploration of weighty topics like grief and trauma while also creating an incredibly dreamy romance for the ages. * AutoStraddle *

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Book Synopsis''Brilliant, intriguing and fast-paced ... I loved Roman and Beau and I think their story is going to find a lot of hearts!'' L. D. Lapinski, author of JamieRoman Bright has always loved love stories. But being a non-binary teenager in a small northern town means their dating pool is limited and they haven''t had their own sweeping romance ... yet.Roman Bright appears assured and confident, but in reality, school is a tricky space for them. Finding love - or even friends - when you''re the only non-binary kid for miles around isn''t easy.When anonymous postcards from ''Big Red'' start showing up in Roman''s locker and shortly afterwards entire walls of brightly coloured graffiti appear around the school signed by the same person, Roman is intrigued. Do they have a secret admirer? Roman thinks they know who is leaving these messages - their mega-crush and almost-boyfriend from last year, JJ. But when it becomes clear JJ isn''t goingTrade ReviewBrilliant, intriguing and fast-paced ... I loved Roman and Beau and I think their story is going to find a lot of hearts! * L. D. Lapinski, author of Jamie *I LOVED Roman ... the fabulously flawed main character grabs you from page one ... fun, uplifting ... written with such flair. * Sue Wallman, author of All About Romance *I adored the fresh, distinctive voice, nuanced characters and sweet, swoony romance ... a really uplifting, joyful book that I couldn't put down! * Louise Finch, author or The Eternal Return of Clara Hart *All About Romance is such an enjoyable read and absolutely delivered on the premise * Page Powars, author of The Borrow a Boyfriend Club *

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Book SynopsisA laugh out loud look at first love, loss and trying to avoid the girl of your dreams.What a stupid expression that is in the first place: To fall in love.Like you fall into a ditch or something.Maybe people need to look where they’re going.As far as Phoebe Davis is concerned, love is to be avoided at all costs. Why would you spend your life worrying about something that turns you into a complete moron? If her best friend Polly is anything to go by, the first sniff of a relationship makes you forget about your friends (like, hello?), get completely obsessed with sex (yawn) and bang on constantly about a person who definitely isn't as great as you think they are. So Phoebe isn't going to fall in love, ever. But then she meets Emma . . . Love is for Losers by Wibke Brueggemann is a hilarious, life-affirming novel about all the big stuff: love, sex, death, family, heartbreak, kittens . . . and kisses that turn the whole world upside down.Trade ReviewA razor sharp look at the world of a teen girl, with heart, wit and a voice that'll stay with me. -- Bethany Rutter, author of No Big Deal“Hilarious, liberating, uplifting and brilliant. The honest and funny voice a generation of readers has been waiting for.” -- Lucy Cuthew, author of Blood MoonWibke’s writing is just so effortlessly funny and she has created the most amazing group of characters -- Yasmin Rahman, author of All The Things We Never SaidThis book had our teen tester chuckling out loud within just a few pages. A joyous, disarmingly honest book that seems to leap right inside the mind of a teenage girl, this lesbian love story is written in a diary format that makes it a breeze to read in no time. * Indybest *This debut has a terrific voice: very funny and spirited with a sex-positive message * The Bookseller *A well-crafted, touching and frequently very funny coming of age tale * Teach Secondary *Love is for Losers is exactly the book everyone needs right now. Witty, light, clever and absolutely absorbing. * The School Librarian *"If I had a tick list for a perfect YA coming of age novel, Love is for Losers would tick absolutely every single box. I read a part of this to a Year 10 group, they were hooked and didn't want me to stop - that's the sign of a hit! It's an engaging, liberating, brilliant and absolutely hilarious stunning debut - with added kittens! I loved being a part of Phoebe's life and I'm keeping everything crossed for a sequel! *****” * ReadingZone *Love is for Losers is a page-turning, poignant and genuinely funny teen romance, perfect for fans of Holly Bourne. I thoroughly enjoyed it and my 14-year-old has already nicked it to read it next. * Armadillo magazine *So so fantastic! Really made me laugh! -- George Lester, author of Boy QueenTold in funny diary-style entries. Phoebe’s character is 50% Bridget Jones, 50% Georgia Nicolson but 100% funny and heart-warming. * WRD Extra magazine *

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Book SynopsisIn Carry On, Simon Snow and his friends realized that everything they thought they understood about the world might be wrong. And in Wayward Son, they wondered whether everything they understood about themselves might be wrong.In Any Way the Wind Blows, Simon and Baz and Penelope and Agatha have to decide how to move forward.For Simon, that means deciding whether he still wants to be part of the World of Mages – and if he doesn't, what does that mean for his relationship with Baz? Meanwhile Baz is bouncing between two family crises and not finding any time to talk to anyone about his newfound vampire knowledge. Penelope would love to help, but she's smuggled an American Normal into London, and now she isn't sure what to do with him. And Agatha? Well, Agatha Wellbelove has had enough.Any Way the Wind Blows takes the gang back to England, back to Watford, and back to their families for their longest and most emotionally wrenching adventure yet.This book is a finale. It tells secrets and answers questions and lays ghosts to rest.Carry On was conceived as a book about Chosen One stories; Any Way the Wind Blows is an ending about endings. About catharsis and closure, and how we choose to move on from the traumas and triumphs that try to define us.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2021 School Library Association Information Book Award. Whoever you are, HAVE PRIDE.This inspirational history of the international LGBTQ+ movement will teach readers to accept and have pride in themselves and others, whatever their sexuality. It details the struggles and successes of LGBTQ+ movements around the world, looking at decriminalisation, the Stonewall riots and their legacy, global Pride movements, the HIV/AIDS crisis and equal marriage. It also includes profiles of significant LGBTQ+ figures from history and messages from young, modern-day members of the LGBTQ+ community, explaining why they have pride in themselves and why you should, too.Praise for Have Pride:''Never has a book lived up to its title, or been as deserving of so many accolades, as Have Pride ... Everything about this book is outstanding and cleverly designed to not only inspire but also to engage and empower young people ... This positive, celebratory, inspirational book highlights how far we''ve come and offers hope for the future. Have Pride is, without a doubt, the most important book you will ever buy for your school library'' Eileen Armstrong, ReadingZone.com''Have Pride offers an inspirational history of the LGBTQ+ movement in glorious rainbow technicolour'' Big Issue North''A bold, bright and unapologetic history of the LGBTQ+ movement'' Unite UK1''A must read for anyone who questions why we have pride'' LGBT+ History Month''Authoritative, comprehensive and fascinating progress through the ups and downs of LGBTQ+ history ... This is very much a book that will be read with pleasure and I hope with pride!'' LoveReading4Kids

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Book Synopsis"Welcome to The Pronoun Book! Join Ellie and Casey as they introduce you to the wonderful world of pronouns. Learn about what pronouns are, how they relate to us, and why it's so important to get them right!"This fun, engaging and empowering children's book is the perfect introduction on pronouns in relation to gender diversity and identity for children aged 5+.Through illustrated scenarios and explanations, it gently encourages children to learn pronoun etiquette and educates them on they/them pronouns, trans and non-binary identities, misgendering and neo-pronouns such as xe, zir and hir.This illustrated book also includes a dedicated section at the back for adults, which includes a pronoun table, photocopiable pronoun labels and sample letters addressed to schools.Trade ReviewThis picture-book guide introduces the concepts of pronouns, gender identity, and sex traits through the instruction of two narrator characters. Their guidance makes an important distinction between gender identity and pronouns, noting that anyone can use any pronouns, with encouragement to try out whichever pronouns feel good. Along with Casey and Ellie, diversely illustrated characters demonstrate etiquette, including how to ask someone's pronouns or how to react after accidentally misgendering someone. A useful conversation starter. * Kirkus Reviews *

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Book SynopsisWhen Ireland voted to let gay people get married, my stepdad hugged me and said, ‘Your turn next, Ben! Get yourself a boyfriend. Make us proud.’ So I decided to try. Ben is 17, gay, and happy most of the time. He’s finished school and is on track to a great career – all that’s missing is falling in love. Romantic but a little naïve, Ben meets Peter online. But the guy of his dreams is still in the closet, his pal Soda is suddenly more interested in nights in than nights out, and his old school bully seems determined to ruin his life. Then, on top of everything else, his best friend, Chelsea, goes AWOL – just when he needs her most. Everything is changing and Ben’s not sure what to do. But change brings all kinds of possibilities. You just have to be ready to see them. Can Ben navigate the pitfalls of modern gay dating, with all its highly sexualised expectations, and be true to himself?Trade ReviewA great coming of age queer YA that had me smiling all the way through * @bookfacejames *An important addition to the LGBTQ canon and a tender, poignant love story, What Love Looks Like paints a vivid picture of what it feels like to come-of-age as a young, gay person in todays’ Ireland. Bens’ life is filled with an array of people from varied backgrounds, bringing a broad diversity and experience to the story and shows them off with reality…warts and all. This allows the reader to get a strong sense of the reality of Bens’ life. It reads as a genuine experience; Ben reads as a real person and the story is totally believable from start to finish. There are discomforting moments as the tale deals with issues of homophobia, bullying and social stereo-typing. But all in all it is a touching romance, exploring a wider view of what love actually looks like, gender identity, how families differ from one another and how they are built. Raw, fresh and intriguing, What Love Looks Like is also, funny, moving and true. (Please note: this book is definitely for older readers * Fallen Star Stories *One book cannot be all things to all people. It can’t represent everyone,” Gregory points out, but while presenting a picture of the ordinariness of some LGBTQ lives, his book, released next month, does a pretty good job of representing the rainbow spectrum of gay and trans diversity to a young adult readership * Evening Echo *Profoundly politically and socially engaged - the various ills of Dublin, including homelessness and racism, are woven into the story - without being heavy-handed. Space is made for queer subcultures (and their importance) without this being the defining factor in someone’s life. Ben enjoys cheering on his best mate’s drag performances. He’s also a kind and compassionate trainee teacher. The plot is deftly calibrated to incorporate other pieces of LGBTQ-related legislation passed that year, with the book serving as a time capsule. This big-hearted novel isn’t just about love but about what hope looks like. A must-read * Irish Times *There is plenty to like about this book; it’s highly readable and a welcome addition to Irish YA * Irish Independent *Set in modern Ireland, this a confident YA LGBTQ+ tale...Think Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda that takes place in post #marref * @bookaneer808 *Wonderful ... valuable addition to the LGBTQ canon; a tender, funny, uplifting romance, with a rich cast …Entertaining and important, Gregory’s novel explores a broad view of what diversity and love in all its guises really looks like * Sunday Independent *Gregory’s novel is full of wit, charm, and honesty with a sneak peek into the fabulously nitty gritty backstage reality of Ireland’s drag scene … Ben’s teenage angst is entirely relatable to everyone and anyone yet, this protagonist has wisdom beyond his years. What Love Looks Like is much more than a coming-of-age novel. It is a celebration of family, friendship, and young love. Recommended for young adults. * Irish Examiner *a realistic and optimistic picture of life for Irish teenagers exploring their sexuality * CBI Guide Free to Be Me *Meet Ben, seventeen, gay and looking for love. Refreshingly honest, yet sometimes naïve, Ben has everything mapped out – teacher training awaits, family life is good. His best friends, Chelsea and Soda, bring advice and life tips on the joys and perils of love with their own compelling stories in contemporary Dublin’s LGBTQ+ community. Navigating bullying, anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment and the North/South view of ‘coming out’ in Ireland, Gregory gives a realistic and optimistic picture of life for Irish teenagers exploring their sexuality. * CBI Deliver the Joy of Reading *tender, poignant LQBTQ+ love story * Sunday Independent *Gregory weaves in the complexities of modern gay dating and all the normal trepidations of teen experience, and delivers a highly readable and poignant, profound story … for fans of Albertalli and Gonzales * Munster Express *this Dublin coming of age novel is highly readable and a welcome addition to Irish YA * Irish Independent *Navigating bullying, anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment and the North/South view of ‘coming out’ in Ireland, Gregory gives a realistic and optimistic picture of life for Irish teenagers exploring their sexuality -- CBI’s Pride Reading Guide 2023

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Book Synopsis'Earth-shatteringly brilliant, Jeffrey will soothe your soul' Bustle Too short? Too weird? Too quiet? Not true. Let internet superstar Jeffrey Marsh help you end those negative thoughts and discover how wonderful you are. Lighting the path to self-acceptance and self-compassion, Jeffrey Marsh helps you discover patterns in your life that may be holding you back. In this interactive workbook, Jeffrey shares wisdom gleaned from their own experience 'growing up fabulous in a small farming town' before they knew they were queer and non-binary, and offers inspiring stories of hero/ines who have transcended the stereotypes of race, age and gender to help you discover that you are not alone. With workbook pages and colouring charts to help you on your journey, How to Be You speaks to everyone who feels like they don't belong. Jeffrey shows you how to deepen your relationship with yourself and find the courage to be the amazing person you already are.Trade ReviewFabulous ... A bible for helping you escape perfectionism and the need for approval from others, while learning to cultivate the self-love and acceptance that allows you to live authentically with courage and joy * Independent *With a message of positivity and self-acceptance, red-lipsticked Jeffrey Marsh is a master of video * O Magazine *Earth-shatteringly brilliant, Jeffrey will soothe your soul * Bustle *Their message is simple: Be yourself. Be happy with yourself. Be more comfortable with your differences - and embrace and enjoy them * Digg *I listened to them, I have learned from them - they have helped me as a mother so much -- Trisha Goddard, Talk RadioJeffrey is fabulous * Buzzfeed *... actual, living, breathing, courageous, brilliant human being' * Cosmopolitan *

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Book SynopsisSometimes being who you are can be a hard thing to do. Learn about people from across the LGBTQIA+ community who celebrate who they are and never stop fighting for what they believe in. No matter who you are, inside or out, this book is here to teach you that you can be proud of who you are. ? Teaches all children to be inclusive and accepting of everyone by celebrating uniqueness and individuality? A great series to teach children about famous people and history from a different angle to other biography books? A great addition to a library for providing children with positive role models from the LGBTQIA+ community? A great book for children who might be questioning their gender and identity? A great support tool for children who might not have supportive people in their lives to talk to about gender and identity

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Book SynopsisHow do I know if I'm actually sexual?How do I come out as asexual?What kinds of relationship can I have as an ace person?If you are looking for answers to these questions, Cody is here to help. Within these pages lie all the advice you need as a questioning ace teen. Tackling everything from what asexuality is, the asexual spectrum and tips on coming out, to intimacy, relationships, acephobia and finding joy, this guide will help you better understand your asexual identity alongside deeply relatable anecdotes drawn from Cody's personal experience. Whether you are ace, demi, gray-ace or not sure yet, this book will give you the courage and confidence to embrace your authentic self and live your best ace life.Trade ReviewEmpowering and engagingly written, I Am Ace cuts through the madness and chaos of being an asexual person just discovering yourself. With generosity and enthusiasm, not to mention clear-eyed insights about the nature of sexuality and social norms, Cody Daigle-Orians invites readers not to be afraid of uncertainty, change and deep self-reflection. I can already tell this book is going to help so many people, and I just want to get it into the hands of baby aces everywhere, immediately! * Eris Young, author of They/Them/Theirs *I Am Ace is the loving introduction to the ace community we wish we had when we were younger. Whether you're questioning your sexuality or just curious to learn more about asexuality, Cody's personal stories and comforting advice will guide you to a greater understanding of yourself and the world around you. -- Sarah Costello and Kayla Kaszyca, hosts of the Sounds Fake But Okay podcast and authors of Sounds Fake But Okay: An Asexual and Aromantic Perspective on Love, Relationships, Sex, and Pretty Much Anything Elsethe most in-depth and most validating, affirming book for any asexual to read -- Netgalley ReviewerWritten like a letter from an old friend, I Am Ace takes the reader on a journey towards confidence in discussing and proudly owning their asexuality. Both educational and conversational, Daigle-Orians has completed a guide on self discovery and understanding that simplifies a complex topic and that will benefit allos, aces, and everyone in between. -- Elle Rose, demisexual writer and educatorCody paints a wonderful picture of the struggles of coming to terms with one's own asexuality. I related greatly to the idea of not even having words for this stuff when I was in high school. You don't have to feel broken and you certainly don't have to feel confused! This book is an absolutely wonderful resource for understanding what doesn't get talked about anywhere near enough. -- Mikey Neumann, creator of Filmjoy

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Book SynopsisDoes fingering count as losing my virginity? How do I know if I am ready for sex?Does penis size actually matter??Mother and teen duo Monica and Asha Mehta work together to answer your most pressing questions. Forget the penis-in-vagina basics - this is a queer friendly guide that'll have you rethinking the very definition of sex. Combining expert advice with the personal experiences of teens all over the world, prepare to plunge into the topics they don't cover in sex ed. Masturbation, pornography, fetishes - if you're not afraid to ask, they're not afraid to answer.Trade ReviewWow- what an engaging resource for teens! It's rare to see such a successful blend of comprehensive information and caring advice, especially one that affirms and includes so many identities and experiences. From the general to the specific, this book offers so many answers. To see shame-free information being shared so generously by Monica and Ash, along with many of their anonymous question-askers and storytellers, is such a gift to teens everywhere. -- Rachel Simon, author of The Every Body Book

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Book SynopsisRacquel Marie grew up in Southern California where her passion for storytelling of all kinds was encouraged by her friends and big family. She received a B.A. in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing and a minor in Gender and Sexuality Studies from the University of California, Irvine. Racquel primarily writes YA contemporaries starring queer Latine characters like herself. When not writing or reading, she loves practicing beauty and special effects makeup, watching and producing YouTube videos, and teaching herself to play ukulele in spite of her extremely long nails. She is the author of Ophelia After All and You Don't Have a Shot.Trade ReviewThis contemplative coming-of-age is a perfect addition to YA shelves. * Buzzfeed *Ophelia may not have a label for her sexuality, but she definitely gives all the delightful disaster bisexual vibes a reader could hope for as she endearingly bumbles through her identity crisis...Deeply relatable. * NPR *Ophelia Rojas is the type of character that leaps off the page and directly into your heart . . . a queer delight through and through. -- Leah Johnson, bestselling author of You Should See Me in a CrownA loving and celebratory story of friendship and self-discovery. * DIVA Magazine *

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Book SynopsisPrepare to meet the gender trailblazers of past and present - who dress and express themselves however they choose!Featuring icons from across art, sports, fashion, music, politics, civil rights and the media, this vibrantly illustrated book introduces children age 5+ to transgender, non-binary and genderqueer role-models who dare to be different - and are conquering the world as they go.Packed with the triumphant tales of 25 gender heroes - including Laverne Cox, Elliott Page, Marsha P. Johnson, Gavin Grimm and Alok Vaid-Menon, as well as a glossary of key terms, this is an inspirational introduction for kids and educators alike - and a timely reminder that not all heroes wear capes.Trade ReviewRepresentation is key to helping the next generation of queer people - and this book is bursting with so many amazing role models that you can't fail to be inspired to be the best version of yourself. Full of colour, warmth, and divine illustrations - this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to be reminded of the importance of community at any age. -- Ben Pechey, author of The Book of Non-Binary JoyGender Heroes is a bright and beautiful book for a generation of young people who will be able to learn about such a rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ individuals. Essential for schools! -- Jamie Windust, author of In Their Shoes: Navigating Non-Binary LifeTable of Contents1. Welcome2. Marsha P Johnson3. Eliott Page4. Charlie Craggs5. Sarah McBride6. Sylvia Rivera7. Chella Man8. Owl and Fox Fisher9. Jazz Jennings10. Mauree Turner11. Freddy McConnell12. Laverne Cox13. Alok Vaid Menon14. Chris Mosier15. Michaela Jaé Rodriguez16. Aaron Rose Philip17. Rebekah Bruesehof18. Charlie Martin19. Tyler Ford20. Munroe Bergdorf21. Pidgeon Pagonis22. Miss Major Griffin Gracy23. Kim Petras24. Travis Alabanza25. Gavin Grimm26. Glossary23.

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Book SynopsisLove, Simon meets Friday Night Lights in this feelgood LGBTQ+ romance about a trans teen torn between standing up for his rights and staying stealth.''A sharply observant and vividly drawn debut. I loved every minute I spent in this story'' - Becky AlbertalliFifteen-year-old Spencer Harris is a proud nerd, an awesome big brother and a Messi-in-training. He''s also transgender. After transitioning at his old school leads to a year of bullying, Spencer gets a fresh start at Oakley, the most liberal private school in Ohio. At Oakley, Spencer seems to have it all: more accepting classmates, a decent shot at a starting position on the boy''s soccer team, great new friends, and maybe even something more than friendship with one of his teammates. The problem is, no one at Oakley knows Spencer is trans - he''s passing. So when a discriminatory law forces Spencer''s coach to bench him after he discovers the ''F'' on Spencer''s b

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Book SynopsisHeartstopper meets Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda in this addictive love storyWhen Elliot becomes lab partners with the new boy at school, Jordan, his life suddenly becomes much more interesting. He''s never met anyone like Jordan before - someone so good looking, charming and smart. And soon school becomes way more than just boring lectures and bad cafeteria nachos. For the first time ever, Elliot can''t wait to go to chemistry class.The butterflies Elliot has around Jordan finally start to make sense when Jordan unexpectedly kisses him . . . but that''s also when everything else stops making sense!As Elliot tries to figure out how he really feels about Jordan, and what that might mean, he''ll realise that sometimes the last thing you''re looking for is the one thing you need the most.

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Book SynopsisA swoony LGBTQ+ summer romance, perfect for fans of Becky Albertalli.Seventeen-year-old Emma is dreading spending the summer with her mom, who''s never accepted that Emma''s gay. But when she arrives, she discovers her mom has remarried in secret - and while she heads off on a cruise with her new husband, she''s sending Emma to summer camp.Camp Mapplewood is Emma''s nightmare. But when she tries to escape, she''s caught by one of the counsellors: Vivian. They''re drawn to one another, and grow closer. But the end of the summer looms. When they have to return to their normal lives, can they find a way to stay together?

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Book SynopsisThe gorgeous new feelgood LGBTQ+ romantic comedy from the author of Date Me, Bryson Keller!Two boys. Two bands. Two worlds colliding.Nate Hargraves - stage-shy singer-songwriter - is totally stoked for his cousin''s wedding in South Africa, an all-expenses-paid trip of a lifetime. Until he finds out his sleazeball ex-boyfriend is also on the guest list.Jai Patel - hot-as-hell high school rock-god - has troubles too. His band''s lead singer has quit, just weeks before the gig that was meant to be their big break.When Nate saves the day by agreeing to sing with Jai''s band, Jai volunteers to be Nate''s plus-one to the wedding, and the stage is set for a summer of music, self-discovery, and simmering romantic tension. What could possibly go wrong . . . ?''One of the most adorable, big-hearted, charming books in existence'' - Becky Albertalli, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda,

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Book SynopsisA heartrending novel about two gay teens coming of age in New York - perfect for fans of It''s a Sin and Adam Silvera.It''s 1990 in New York City.Adam is falling in love for the first time. Ben is leaving home for the last.Drawn by the city''s irresistible energy, the boys are swept up into the queer scene, where the potential for life and love seems limitless.But as the shadows of prejudice gather, Ben and Adam discover how their newfound community is facing the looming threat of AIDS, which will touch their lives more closely than they ever could have imagined. Heartbreaking yet hopeful, When You Call My Name tells the story of the moments that break our hearts and the people who make us whole - and shows how together we burn brightest in times of darkness.

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Book SynopsisA Stonewall Honor Book! A fresh, charming picture book that shows there are lots of ways to be STRONG. Rob dreams of becoming a champion strongman. He wants to flip huge tires, lug boulders, and haul trucks -- and someday be the strongest man in the world! But he feels like he can’t fit in with his bright leggings, unicorn T-shirts, and rainbow-dyed hair. Will Rob find a way to step into his true self and be a champion?    With bold illustrations and an engaging, informative text, Strong introduces readers to Rob Kearney and his journey from an athletic kid trying to find his place to the world’s first openly gay professional strongman.

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Book SynopsisTwelve-year-old Ana-Marie Jin, the reigning US Juvenile figure skating champion, is not a frilly dress kind of kid. So, when Ana learns that next season''s program will be princess themed, doubt forms fast. Still, Ana tries to focus on training and putting together a stellar routine worthy of national success.Once Ana meets Hayden, a transgender boy new to the rink, thoughts about the princess program and gender identity begin to take center stage. And when Hayden mistakes Ana for a boy, Ana doesn''t correct him and finds comfort in this boyish identity when he''s around. As their friendship develops, Ana realizes that it''s tricky juggling two different identities on one slippery sheet of ice. And with a major competition approaching, Ana must decide whether telling everyone the truth is worth risking years of hard work and sacrifice.

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Book SynopsisMagic is tough. Family is tougher. Boys are a complete mystery. Follow Lilla as she stumbles her way through each of them in Eleanor Crewes''s uniquely illustrated debut middle-grade graphic novel.Thirteen-year-old Lilla feels she is a bit different. She''s quiet and shy and sometimes feels uncomfortable in the company of boys. She''d much rather spend time by herself drawing and daydreaming. This summer, while staying with her aunt in rural Italy, Lilla discovers a book of magic which reveals that she is a witch with special powers, the magic of ''Strega''.But unbeknownst to her, an ancient witch, Stregamama, threatens to ruin more than just her summer. Lilla is soon faced with a choice that could change her life forever.

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Book SynopsisA dark, queer YA fantasy that's perfect for fans of the Three Dark Crowns series. After Emanuela Ragno kills the one person in Occhia who can create water, she must find a way to save her city from dying of thirst.   Emanuela Ragno always gets what she wants. With her daring mind and socialite schemes, she refuses to be the demure young lady everyone wants her to be. In her most ambitious move yet, she's about to marry Alessandro Morandi, her childhood best friend and the heir to the wealthiest house in Occhia. Emanuela doesn't care that she and her groom are both gay, because she doesn't want a love match. She wants power, and through Ale, she'll have it all.   But Emanuela has a secret that could shatter her plans. In the city of Occhia, the only source of water is the watercrea, a mysterious being who uses magic to make water from blood. When their first bruise-like omen appears on their skin, all Occhians must surrender themselves to the watercrea to be drained of life. Everyone throughout history has given themselves up for the greater good. Everyone except Emanuela. She's kept the tiny omen on her hip out of sight for years.   When the watercrea exposes Emanuela during her wedding ceremony and takes her to be sacrificed, Emanuela fights back ... and kills her. Now Occhia has no one to make their water and no idea how to get more. In a race against time, Emanuela and Ale must travel through the mysterious, blood-red veil that surrounds their city to uncover the secrets of the watercrea's magic and find a way to save their people -- no matter what it takes.

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Book SynopsisOne of Lambda Literary's Most Anticipated Books of the MonthOne of PopSugar's Best New YA Books Released in SeptemberChoose your path forward in this mystical interactive YA about the powers of friendship, self-discovery, and tarot.It's the summer before college and four best friends—Amelia, Chase, Cleo, and Logan—are on the first leg of their road trip inspired by the unique tarot deck that Amelia inherited from her grandmother. However, their trip full of visiting occult shops, bonding and sightseeing, takes a major detour as the friends discover that their tarot deck is more valuable—and coveted—than they could've ever imagined. As the friends race to finish this mystical scavenger-hunt across the West coast and uncover the mysteries of their tarot deck, it is you who will decide where to go next and how the story will end. With four possible final and romantic endings, you will get to make actual choices to further the friends’ road trip adventure in this unique interactive novel.​Will you uncover the mysteries of the tarot deck and the legacy left behind? Will you help Amelia and Chase learn and grow? And will you unravel the secrets these friends keep from each other—and from themselves?

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Book SynopsisA 2023 ALA Rainbow Book List Book! A gay retelling of the classic fairy tale--a scrumptious love story featuring ungrateful stepsiblings, a bake-off, and a fairy godfather. Cinderelliot is stuck at home taking care of his ungrateful stepsister and stepbrother. When Prince Samuel announces a kingdom-wide competition to join the royal staff as his baker, the stepsiblings insist that Cinderelliot bake their entries, leaving no time for he, himself, to compete. Fairy Godfather Ludwig appears and magically helps Cinderelliot bake his best chocolate cake, clean up, and get to the competition via limo. At the bake-off, Prince Samuel falls in love with Cinderelliot's cake, but our hero has to run off as the clock strikes midnight, leaving behind his chef hat. The next day, Prince Samuel searches the kingdom for the owner of the hat and finds that it fits perfectly on Cinderelliot's head. The prince is delighted to find not only his new baker but also the

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of MELISSA, a new book putting a non-binary kid named Green at center stage.CRUSHES ARE CONFUSING.Green is very lucky. They''ve got a supportive dad, friendly neighbors, and good friends. They''ve figured out a lot of things... but they can't figure out what to do about Ronnie.Ronnie''s a boy who''s been in Green''s class for awhile. He''s sweet. Funny. And lately, Green''s heart has raced a little faster whenever he''s around.Green is pretty sure about their own feelings. But when it comes to how Ronnie feels, they have ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA.When Green doesn''t get a part in the school musical -- a very untraditional version of The Wizard of Oz -- they join the crew to work alongside Ronnie.Is this a good idea?Green's about to find out

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Brilliant, twisty, and oh-so-queer, Fraternity is the boarding school story of your witchy dreams. Andy Mientus has written a novel so fresh and immersive, one has to wonder if any magic spells were involved in the writing of this book.” * Arvin Ahmadi, author of Down and Across and Girl Gone Viral *The queer found family scary sexy emotional grunge coming-of-age story I never knew I needed growing up. If that sounds chaotic, welcome to queer youth. Fraternity captures the turmoil and joy of the time when queer young people first learn how much power they have when they come together. * Bowen Yang, actor and comedian *Teen readers with a taste for horror will have fun. * Kirkus Reviews *?Zooey is carefully developed as a beautiful and tragic mix of self-doubt, wistfulness that he was “normal,” and slowly growing pride in the wholeness of his identity. * The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *The narrative is gripping and intense, and the three protagonists are remarkable in their individual voices. * Booklist *

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Book SynopsisTwelve-year-old Abigail (she/her/hers) is so excited to spend her summer at Camp QUILTBAG, an inclusive retreat for queer and trans kids. She can't wait to find a community where she can be herself-and, she hopes, admit her crush on that one hot older actress to kids who will understand.Thirteen-year-old Kai (e/em/eir) is not as excited. E just wants to hang out with eir best friend and eir parkour team. And e definitely does not want to think about the incident that left eir arm in a sling-the incident that also made Kai's parents determined to send em somewhere e can feel like emself.After a bit of a rocky start at camp, Abigail and Kai make a pact: If Kai helps Abigail make new friends, Abigail will help Kai's cabin with the all-camp competition. But as they navigate a summer full of crushes, queer identity exploration, and more, they learn what's really important. Camp QUILTBAG is a heartfelt story full of the joy that comes from being and loving yourself.Trade ReviewPraise for Nicole Melleby:"This emotional read shows the power of friendship and family without omitting the work that goes into loving someone."—Booklist, starred review (The Science of Being Angry)"A strong recommendation for readers who enjoy contemplative, character-driven stories like those by Ashley Herring Blake."—School Library Journal, starred review (The Science of Being Angry)"Sprinkled with astronomy-related metaphors related to a planet’s properties, this acutely observed, authentically told tale by Melleby thoughtfully portrays Pluto’s relationship with her worried single mother, the girl’s urgent desire to 'be fixed,' and her intense—and at times overpowering—depressive episodes."—Publishers Weekly, starred review (How to Become a Planet)"A raw yet honest portrayal of a young person’s experience with depression, this is a must-read for both middle grade readers and the teachers, counselors, parents, and other adults who interact daily with youth undergoing similar experiences."—School Library Journal, starred review (How to Become a Planet)"This funny, tender, and heart-wrenching story will have readers calling for an encore."—Kirkus Review, starred review (In the Role of Brie Hutchens. . .)"Melleby paints Brie as a recognizable teen. . . Wrenching and genuine."—Publishers Weekly, starred review (In the Role of Brie Hutchens. . .)"Melleby deftly tackles weighty topics—mental illness, child protective services, single parenting, sexuality—while effortlessly weaving in elements of the life and works of Vincent van Gogh, creating a thoughtful, age-appropriate and impressive novel."—Shelf Awareness, starred review (Hurricane Season)"Melleby’s debut offers a tender, earnest portrait of a daughter searching for constancy while negotiating her father’s sickness and the social challenges of tween girlhood, including her first crush on a girl."—Publishers Weekly, starred review (Hurricane Season)"Fig’s story will engage middle grade readers who enjoy thoughtful novels that address complex topics."—School Library Journal, starred review (Hurricane Season)Praise for A. J. Sass:"Sass’ sophomore novel shines in its nuanced characterizations, subversion of stereotypes, and world that celebrates autism for the joy it brings Ellen when they are happily flapping. A tender, sweet coming-of-age story."—Booklist, starred review (Ellen Outside the Lines)"[T]houghtfully deals with gender identity and fluidity at various levels. A heartwarming and inviting book. Recommended for all middle grade shelves."—School Library Journal, starred review (Ellen Outside the Lines)"Sass masterfully balances Ana's passion for competitive figure skating with her journey to coming out....Sensitive and realistic."—Booklist, starred review (Ana on the Edge)

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Book SynopsisIn Carry On, Simon Snow and his friends realized that everything they thought they understood about the world might be wrong. And in Wayward Son, they wondered whether everything they understood about themselves might be wrong.In Any Way the Wind Blows, Simon and Baz and Penelope and Agatha have to decide how to move forward.For Simon, that means deciding whether he still wants to be part of the World of Mages – and if he doesn't, what does that mean for his relationship with Baz? Meanwhile Baz is bouncing between two family crises and not finding any time to talk to anyone about his newfound vampire knowledge. Penelope would love to help, but she's smuggled an American Normal into London, and now she isn't sure what to do with him. And Agatha? Well, Agatha Wellbelove has had enough.Any Way the Wind Blows takes the gang back to England, back to Watford, and back to their families for their longest and most emotionally wrenching adventure yet.This book is a finale. It tells secrets and answers questions, and lays ghosts to rest.Carry On was conceived as a book about Chosen One stories; Any Way the Wind Blows is an ending about endings. About catharsis and closure, and how we choose to move on from the traumas and triumphs that try to define us.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Lambda Literary Award for LGBT Children’s/Young Adult One of Rolling Stone’s 40 Best YA Novels A 2014 ALA Rainbow List Top 10 Title A Booklist Top 10 First Novels for Youth 2013 A Chicago Public Library “Best of the Best” 2013 This Forbidden Romance Could Cost Them Their Lives Seventeen-year-old Sahar has been in love with her best friend, Nasrin, since they were six. They’ve shared stolen kisses and romantic promises. But Iran is a dangerous place for two girls in love--Sahar and Nasrin could be beaten, imprisoned, even executed. So they carry on in secret until Nasrin’s parents suddenly announce that they’ve arranged for her marriage. Then Sahar discovers what seems like the perfect solution: homosexuality may be a crime, but to be a man trapped in a woman’s body is seen as nature’s mistake, and sex reassignment is legal and accessible. Sahar will never be able to love Nasrin in the body she wants to be loved in without risking their lives, but is saving their love worth sacrificing her true self?Trade Review"Farizan's prose is frank, funny and bittersweet, enjoyable - And her secondary storylines ring out memorably." - New York Times Book Review "[A] provocative coming-of-age story ... Throughout this strong debut, Farizan weaves in details of daily Iranian life ... Within a rigid societal structure, her fleshed-out characters wrestle with depression, hope, complacency, and risk." --Publishers Weekly

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Book Synopsis Author Michelle Millar Fisherand illustrator Kat Kuang?s picture book tells the remarkable story of how Gilbert Baker and his friends created the iconic Rainbow Flag in 1978. Flags are brilliant and clever works of art and design, and they bring people together under a common banner. This colorful story follows a group of friends who helped dye and sew strips of cloth to create the first Rainbow Flags for the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade in 1978. Led by a young artist named Gilbert Baker, the friends set out to create a flag that people could march behind during the Pride Parade. They knew the flag needed to be bright, in order to be seen by everyone as they marched. It needed to be bold, to lead the crowd. And it needed to be beautiful, like the love celebrated by the parade! The result is an iconic flag that has become an international symbol of the gay pride movement. ?A comprehensive background of a global symbol.? ?Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisA Guided Journal for Teens Understanding of Gender#1 New Release in Teen & Young Adult Nonfiction on Maturing and LGBTQ NonfictionWrite down every thought, every feeling, and every doodle that pops into your mind with this high-quality guided journal destined to be your safe space as you navigate your gender journey.A witty introduction to Milo Stewart. The start of this journal gives an up close and personal seat to Milo Stewart’s start as a pansexual teen in the hallways of their middle school in Ankeny, Iowa. It is there, where they discover transgender teens are everywhere, living, breathing, and thriving in mundane and ordinary spaces, and where they come into their nonbinary and trans identitiesQuestions, resources, and prompts to get you thinking. Write down your own experiences with questions and guided journal prompts written to get you to reflect in a safe space. Write about your sexual identity, gender identity, and finally discover yourself. Reflect on who you’ve been and who you want to be, embrace yourself in a whole new way; finding yourself is the goal!Inside, you’ll find: Resources and thought-provoking journal prompts to get you to unleash and discover yourself High-quality blank pages to write down your thoughts, feelings, and stories all throughout the book Milo Stewart’s compelling true-life story and brief inklings on gender expansive identities, transphobia, media representation and transgender liberation If you liked inspiring transgender books for transgender children and teens like Beyond the The ABCs of LGBT+, I Love You Unconditionally, or the Gender Identity Workbook for Teens, you’ll love Trans Futures Now.Table of ContentsIntroductionPart 1: Revolutionizing CommunityPersonal Trans Tipping PointsWho Decides What ‘Trans’ Is?Community Care on Trans Time Part 2: Demanding Our TomorrowAccused of DeceptionThe Police Will Not Free UsMigration to Liberation?Rights for Some (Now All)We Are All We Need Conclusion

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Book SynopsisA thoughtful and moving novella of love, loss and learning when to let go, from the YA ‘queen of emotional suspense’ Cat Clarke. When Agnes made a promise to her girlfriend Ellie, she thought they would be together forever. One year later, Agnes is keeping that promise and it's put her in a situation she never could have predicted; climbing a desolate mountain, in miserable weather, with Ellie and her new boyfriend Steve. But when the weather takes a threatening turn and the sky-high tension between the trio hits its peak, Agnes will have to push herself further than she ever thought was possible…A gripping and moving story of love, loss and finding yourself from an award-winning YA author. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 14+Trade Review"A quick, punchy, atmospheric read" – Karen McCombie "From the opening line, there is great drama and suspense in this novella …This well paced story is told with great dialogue, interior monologue and spot-on humour" – CBI, Recommended Reads "Powerful writing that effectively paints each well-rounded character … Strongly recommended" – The Letterpress Project "Perfectly depicts the struggles faced by teenagers, including their identities, self-esteem, and relationships" – Roachie's Reviews "This book delved into multiple issues in one go, death and loss, sexuality, relationships, friendship and facing a tough situation too. I highly recommend this for quick thrilling read" – Being Unique Being Me, Blog

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Book SynopsisOur Values gives readers their first taste of some of the most important values in today''s world. Here children can explore what it means to be part of a society and discover the cultural and spiritual diversity that life has to offer.

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Book Synopsis'An engaging and powerful book' SUSIE GREEN'Empowering' GENDERED INTELLIGENCEExplore what it means to be you with your own personal Trans Survival Workbook! Combining essential tips and practical advice with quizzes, activities and reflective exercises, this interactive journal allows you to document your transition, engage with your feelings and improve your mental health. With coming-out letters, colouring pages, fun games and inspiring stories, it is the perfect toolkit for discovering who you are and what your gender identity, gender expression and pronouns mean to you.Written by two of the world's leading trans activists, and a follow-up to the bestselling Trans Teen Survival Guide, this empowering and unique book will be with you every step of the way.Trade ReviewThis is an engaging and powerful book, relatable and friendly whilst unpicking some of the stereotypes and encouraging young people to express themselves freely and document their own personal journey in a way that celebrates their individuality and uniqueness. I loved it and would thoroughly recommend it alongside the excellent Trans Teen Survival Guide. -- Susie Green, CEO of MermaidsWhether you are transgender or cisgender, an ally or an activist, a parent or child, this is the book for you. A workbook full of evocative words and illustrations, where you choose YOUR colours to help you on your gender identity journey or understand someone else's with kindness, consideration and care. -- Tash Walker, Co-Chair at Switchboard - the LGBT+ HelplineWith wisdom, compassion, and just the right amount of slapstick comedy, Owl and Fox Fisher take the fear and stress out of questioning gender. They are our family and best friends, guiding us along our trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming journeys. -- Kate Bornstein, Gender OutlawThis empowering book creates a world where being yourself is fully celebrated. With practical and creative activities, Trans Survival Workbook holds your hand as you make space to unapologetically explore and express who you are. An important reminder to all that gender has no recipe! -- Gendered Intelligence

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