LGBTQ+ Fiction Books (Day 21 of Living Beyond a Label!)
Earlier this month we explored some non-fiction LGBTQ+ titles, today I’ll be sharing some of the recently released titles from the LGBTQ+ fiction section. I know many of these are now on my summer reading list.
“The Incandescent” Emily Tesh - The story of Doctor Walden, one of the most powerful magicians in England and the Director of Magic at Chetwood Academy and her work to keep the school safe from demons. Though it would seem the biggest risk to her school, may in fact be herself…
“Love in Focus” Lyla Lee - The story of Gemma Cho, a relationship advice columnist who is convinced real love isn’t real after her long term relationship falls apart. Having had no luck with men or women, she’s prepared to give up on romance when is paired up with her ex, Celeste Mina, a world-renowned photographer, for a crucial project at work. In trying to do a good job on this potentially career saving project, old feelings surface, but can she trust those sparks not to leave her burned?...
“Girls Girls Girls” Shoshana von Blanckensee - The story of Hannah, a young woman who finds herself trapped between the expectations of her family and friends, and her own truth as she must make decisions that will change her life forever…
“Two Truths and a Lie” Cory O’Brien - A futuristic tale of Orr Vue, an aging veteran, who finds himself wrapped up in a murder investigation where it turns out his old boyfriend is the lead suspect. As he tries to find more evidence, he uncovers a conspiracy and finds himself facing death but driven by love to pursue the truth…
“Woodworking” Emily St. James - The story of Erica Skyberg, a trans high school teacher in a small town who becomes friends with the only other trans woman she knows, the only trouble may be, it’s one of her students…
“A Gentleman’s Gentleman” T.J. Alexander - The story of Lord Christopher Eden and his quest to marry in order to satisfy a stipulation in his late father’s will, all the while knowing he is not attracted to women. Can he succeed and still remain true to himself?...
“The Emperor of Gladness” Ocean Vuong - A story about survival, unexpected friendship, and finding one’s chosen family. Join Hai as he finds new opportunities just when he has seemingly lost all hope.
If you are looking for more LGBTQ+ books, sites such as https://lgbtqreads.com/ and https://www.goodreads.com/ can be a great resource.
Do you have a favorite story from LGBTQ+ fiction? Share it with us.
@EmotionsListener
"The house on the cerulean sea" - TJ Klune
It's a fantasy book that includes a M/M love story. It's a story about found family, about solidarity among the outcast that are frowned upon because they're "different", and how we can find joy in community.
@Aayla
oh this sounds very good!
