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• Queer Voices Book Group

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  Before we get started, did you know that I facilitate a virtual book club where we read a new selection by a queer author every month? It's true! We meet the third Tuesday of every month via Zoom at 6pm central time. Even if you can't read the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Darius the Great Is Not Okay

  Khorram, Adib

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  I'll cut to the chase here: Darius the Great Is Not Okay is one of my top five favorite books of all time. I cried such meaningful tears of happiness when I read it, and then again when I read the sequel, Darius the Great Deserves Better. Take the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Let's Talk About Love

  Kann, Claire

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  Let's Talk About Love is notable for many things, and among them is its representation of asexuality! Alice has just been broken up with. Her girlfriend didn't react well when Alice came out as ace, and broke it off. Alice isn't sure she'll ever…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Best at It

  Pancholy, Maulik, 1974-

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  The November 2020 Queer Voices Book Group selection! E-mail us at bookclub@kclibrary.org for registration information! Award winning actor Maulik Pancholy's debut novel, The Best at It! Pancholy -- made famous by roles in shows such as 30 Rock,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• You Should See Me in a Crown

  Johnson, Leah (Young adult author)

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  Liz Lightly's dream of going to a big city college comes crashing down when her financial aid plans fall through. She decides that the only thing left to do is the unthinkable: campaign for Prom Queen. But it quickly gets even more complicated when…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The House in the Cerulean Sea

  Klune, TJ

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  Linus Baker, a case worker for the Department in Charge of Magical Youth, is assigned to investigate a house. The residents, six dangerous children and their caretaker Arthur, have made a home. Perfect for anyone looking for a story about…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Mooncakes

  Walker, Suzanne (Suzanne Wakeen),

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  Witchcraft! Werewolves! Self-Discovery! This graphic novel is sure to charm you from the jump, with its adorable illustrations and lovable characters. Nova rekindles her friendship with childhood crush Tam against a backdrop of full moons, magic…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe /

  Sáenz, Benjamin Alire

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  Aristotle and Dante are both the type to keep to themselves. One has a brother in prison, the other is an odd-ball know-it-all. The boys quickly discover how badly they needed someone to talk to, and most of all, a friend. Through each other, they…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Juliet Takes a Breath

  Rivera, Gabby

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  Juliet gets the chance of a lifetime to intern with Harlowe Brisbane, the author of her favorite book. She travels from her home in the Bronx all the way to Portland, Oregon in hopes that this summer will answer all the questions that burn inside of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Check, Please! Book 1, #Hockey

  Ukazu, Ngozi

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  Sports! This graphic novel is filled to the brim with heart, camaraderie, and delicious baked goods. One of the special things about this story is that there is no coming out, no homophobes to battle, just gay characters living their best gay lives,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Better Nate Than Ever

  Federle, Tim

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  Nate and his best friend see a casting call for the next big Broadway smash: E.T. the Musical. Nate's sister lives in New York... surely she wouldn't mind a surprise visit from her younger brother, right? A thoroughly lovable protagonist, you'll…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Melissa (Formerly Published as George)

  Gino, Alex

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  Auditions for the school play are coming up, and this year, the play is Charlotte's Web! George really wants to be Charlotte, but her teacher won't let her, because her teacher says that Charlotte is a role for a girl. But George knows that she IS a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Tipping the Velvet

  Waters, Sarah, 1966-

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  We LOVE historical fiction with LGBTQIA+ representation! Intoxicating male impersonator Kitty Butler catches the eye of Nan King. When the two develop a two person act and find success, their romantic relationship blossoms behind the closed doors of…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Red, White & Royal Blue

  McQuiston, Casey

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  Our list ends with a good old fashioned romance novel. Alex is the son of the United States president. Prince Henry is British royalty (you may see where this is headed). When the two have to fake a friendship to assuage American/British relations,…Read moreRead more of this annotation