Your Rainbow Reads

This week we revisit two of our favorite LGBTQIA+ books of the year so far. These books were so good we could not wait to start the sequel. So we did. One is a sapphic YA magical adventure that ended on the cliffhanger-est cliffhanger ever, so of course we had to pick up the conclusion. The other is the most heartwarming and comforting novella we've maybe ever read. It's about a charming non-binary monk and their robot companion, and we needed more of this delightful story so much in these troubled times.

A Prayer For the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers   https://amzn.to/3Aofm9h

This Wicked Fate by Kalynn Bayron https://amzn.to/3NeygXE

The First Book in these series:

A Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers https://amzn.to/3GDiYa9

This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron    https://amzn.to/3m1CWEI


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A mini episode with news about upcoming new releases we are excited about. Early May has sapphic and gay rom com, horror/thriller, coming of age books, and even a graphic novel we can't wait to read.  Listen to hear about new LGBTQ+ books scheduled to be released in early May.

Also in this episode, Holly discusses A Realm of Flame and Ruin, the debut novel of indie author Parker Terrato. Tune in to hear about this book, and please join us in supporting indie LGBTQ+ authors.

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A Realm of Flame and Ruin by Parker Terrato   https://amzn.to/3A4kLSP

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We have two great sapphic witchy books to tell you about this week. If you like witches, spirits, mediums, magic, and such, join us for this "Sapphic Supernatural Reads" episode.  One of the books is a lovely Victorian mystery with a sapphic romance that inspired Holly to bake, and the other is a magical adventure with tons of representation and a little romance.


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The London Séance Society by Sarah Penner    https://amzn.to/3MsVsRJ

VenCo: A Novel by Cherie Dimaline.    https://amzn.to/3nXnavE


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A mini episode with news about SO MANY upcoming new releases we are excited about. Late April has sapphic rom com, horror, historical fiction, fantasy, retellings, romance, and action adventure.  Listen to hear about new LGBTQ+ books scheduled to be released in late April.


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Our favorite episode last year was Revenge. Let's do it again! This week we discuss two more amazing revenge stories. We have a fun and fast paced story with a lesbian assassin and her quirky team, and an action movie style violent revenge story about family grief, homophobia, racism, and vengeance. Tune in to entertain your revenge fantasies and learn about some really good books featuring diverse characters who are teaching some scumbags a lesson.

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Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn

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Razorblade Tears by S. A. Cosby

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A mini episode with news about upcoming new releases we are excited about. Early April has a queer retelling, fantasy, science fiction, mystery, thriller, heartwarming novels, and even a space opera. Listen to hear about new LGBTQ+ books scheduled to be released in early April.


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It's time to go back in time and read some historical fiction. We discuss two fantastic historical novels this week featuring LGBTQIA+ main characters. So join us to explore New York City in the early 2000's from the perspective of a genderqueer artist, or San Fransisco's Chinatown and the underground lesbian clubs of the 1950's. We loved these stories and characters and hope you do too!


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Endpapers by Jennifer Savran Kelly

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Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo

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A mini episode with news about upcoming new releases we are excited about. Late March has several queer retellings of popular stories, adventure novels, and romance. Listen to hear about new LGBTQ+ books scheduled to be released in late March. Also, we got our first "Ask Susie" submission, so tune in to hear some advice that we could all use at some point. And keep the questions coming!

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https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60575631 (will update Amazon link when available)

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We are excited to share these fantastic books by black authors featuring solid LGBTQ+ representation. This episode features a beautiful novel-in-verse, an enchanting contemporary fantasy, and one of the best suspense thrillers we've ever read. As usual, there's something here for everyone. And, as always, spoiler free! Join us to celebrate black authors this month, and all year long.

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Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo   https://amzn.to/3Y9kSWF


This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron    https://amzn.to/3m1CWEI


Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé     https://amzn.to/3xXhYJX


How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America

by Clint Smith     https://amzn.to/3KIO4kf

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A mini episode with news about upcoming new releases we are excited about. Early March has gay and sapphic rom com, historical fiction, and queer fantasy books. Listen to hear about new LGBTQ+ books scheduled to be released in early March.

Also in this episode, Holly reviews Until We Fall  by Nicole Zelniker.


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Until We Fall by Nicole Zelniker    https://amzn.to/3lsVSMl

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