Celebrate Pride Month with a book collection that showcases 2SLGBTQIA+ experiences and stories. From heartwarming children's tales to thought-provoking young adult and adult novels, these selections highlight themes of identity, inclusion, love and self-discovery for readers of all ages.
We Are The Rainbow: The Colors Of Pride by Claire Winslow
Ages 2 and up. Learn the meanings behind the colours of the Pride flag!
Circle of Love by Monique Gray Smith
Ages 4 to 8. Everyone is welcome in the circle. Join Molly at the Intertribal Community Center, where she introduces us to people she knows and loves.
Dad and Daddy's Big Big Family by Seamus Kirst
Ages 4 to 8. A little girl attends a family reunion and learns what it means to be "family.”
Gorgeously Me by Jonathan Van Ness
Ages 4 to 8. A joyous, lyrical ode of pride and self-love and a celebration of all the things that make us exceptional.
Just Happy to be Here by Naomi Kanakia
Tara just wants to be treated like any other girl at Ainsley Academy. That is, judged on her merits—not on her transness. But there's no road map for being the first trans girl at an all-girls school.
Finally Fitz by Marisa Kanter
Heartbroken after her breakup with her girlfriend Dani, bisexual Fitz hatches a plan with childhood friend Levi to fake an online romance to make their exes jealous, which leads to unexpected real feelings as they navigate the complexities of love, friendship and authenticity.
Homebody by Theo Parish
A heartwarming and inspiring graphic novel that is a perfect fit for readers who are looking for a relatable and uplifting coming-of-age story about self-discovery, identity and embracing one's true authentic self, particularly those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+, non-binary, or are interested in exploring themes of gender, identity, and coming out.
Dear Wendy by Ann Zhao
Aromantic and asexual students Sophie and Jo, engaged in an online feud as the creators of popular relationship advice accounts "Dear Wendy" and "Sincerely, Wanda," unwittingly become real-life friends and navigate their shared aroace identities as they face the challenges of college life.
Ways And Means by Daniel Lefferts
Young, handsome and gay, Alistair McCabe comes to New York with a plan to escape his Rust Belt poverty. But by the spring of 2016, Alistair's plan has come undone and he and his paramours must come together to save one another and themselves.
Ellipses by Vanessa Lawrence
Biracial and bisexual, Lily learns to navigate high society parties, microaggressions at work and her relationship with her girlfriend after accepting a ride home from a fashion world business titan who can advance her career and love life.
The Mars House by Natasha Pulley
A queer sci-fi novel about a refugee from Earth and a xenophobic Mars politician who decide to fake a marriage after a media encounter damages both their reputations.
Late September by Amy Mattes
In the summer of 2000, Ines leaves behind her sheltered hometown for Montreal to explore both the city and her sexuality. This intimate coming-of-age tale explores the nuances of love, trauma and mental health.
