In The Den with Mama Dragons

Storytelling, Identity, and Queer Self-Expression


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In the Den this week, Sara and special guest Garrett Garland talk about what it means to create in queer joy and not just survival. They discuss the importance of visibility, the responsibility of queer creatives in shaping culture, and how parents, allies, and communities can better support LGBTQ+ youth in finding their voice and claiming space. This isn’t just a conversation about art — it’s a conversation about power, authenticity, and what happens when we give queer kids the permission and the tools to imagine big.

Special Guest: Garrett Garland


Garrett Garland is a California Bay Area resident who studied at the University of Santa Cruz and Sciences Po. in Paris. Drawing from his extensive travels abroad this is his first novel. He currently resides with his husband Sam next to the sea in Half Moon Bay. Their long walks on the beach and their love of the ocean are where he draws most of his inspiration. The ocean is home but Paris is Garrett’s home town.


Links from the Show: 


  • Garrett’s website: https://www.garrettgarland.com/ 
  • To Never See Heaven audiobook: https://www.garrettgarland.com/audiobooks 
  • To Never See Heaven in print: https://www.garrettgarland.com/store 
  • Join Mama Dragons today: www.mamadragons.org 


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