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As the seasons begin to shift, it’s the perfect time to refresh your reading list with stories that celebrate queer voices, unforgettable characters, and emotionally rich journeys. Whether you’re in the mood for a historical adventure, a genre-bending romance, a heartfelt graphic novel, or a haunting gothic mystery, these upcoming LGBTQ+ releases offer something special for every reader. From…
Preserving Your Book Collection During Relocation For book lovers, a collection is much more than a row of volumes on a shelf. Every book holds memories, knowledge, and personal value. Whether you own a handful of favorite novels or an extensive library, moving to a new home can put your collection at risk. Heavy boxes, changing temperatures, and careless handling can all lead to damaged covers,…
Whether you’re drawn to ancient gods, enchanted kingdoms, magical academies, or timeless fairy tales reimagined, this summer’s mythology-inspired releases offer something unforgettable. These novels weave together folklore, legend, and fantasy into stories that feel both fresh and timeless, transporting readers across centuries, cultures, and worlds. From Greek myths and Korean folklore to…
This summer’s LGBTQ+ nonfiction releases offer powerful stories of identity, resilience, history, and community. From deeply personal memoirs by groundbreaking public figures to expanded editions of landmark works and insightful explorations of queer history, these books celebrate the many ways LGBTQ+ voices continue to shape culture and conversation. Whether you’re looking for inspiration,…
There’s something irresistible about reading horror in the middle of summer. Maybe it’s the contrast between bright sunshine and creeping dread, or the thrill of finding a chill when the temperatures refuse to cooperate. This season’s most anticipated horror releases offer an impressive range of scares, from supernatural revenge tales and gothic folklore to psychological nightmares, dark…
Summer is the perfect time for books that keep you turning pages long after sunset, and these six novels deliver excitement in wildly different ways. From ancient Egyptian gods and globe-spanning mysteries to time-travel adventures, deadly secrets, summer camp suspense, and darkly funny thrillers, each title offers the kind of momentum that makes it impossible to stop at just one chapter. Whether…
In this interview, Author Cynthia Gómez discusses the inspiration behind Muñeca, a Gothic tale infused with dark magic, mystery, and queer romance. Set in 1968 Oakland, the novel follows a young woman who takes a job caring for a mysteriously paralyzed woman, only to find herself drawn into a web of secrets, sacrifice, and forbidden love. The conversation explores the book’s themes of autonomy,…
Pride Month always feels like the perfect time to seek out stories that crack open the world a little wider, and this year’s fiction lineup does exactly that. These novels move from smoky drag bars and chaotic investigations to tangled love triangles, artistic obsession, immigrant identity, and friendships that ache with honesty. Some are sharp-edged and funny, others intimate and devastating, but…
Few settings expose the complexities of justice, redemption, and human connection quite like prison walls. In San Quentin Exodus, Bill Smoot explores these themes through the intertwined lives of James, a long-term inmate seeking a second chance, and Allison, a volunteer tutor whose determination to help him grows into an all-consuming mission. Q&A with Author Bill Smoot Q. What inspired you to…
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