Your Rainbow Reads

Do you love The Hunger Games, but wish there was more LGBTQ+ rep? Us too! Listen to our spoiler free recommendation of this awesome tournament to the death duology, with pretty solid bisexual representation.


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All of Us Villains by Amanda Foody and Christine Lynn Herman: https://amzn.to/3UIkSwr

All of Our Demise by Amanda Foody and Christine Lynn Herman: https://amzn.to/3xRTr9m



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A not-so-mini episode with descriptions of upcoming new releases of LGBTQ+ books we are excited about. Early October has LGBTQIA+ romance, historical fiction, and plenty of holiday romance and spice. Listen to hear about a variety of new queer books scheduled to release in early October.

Also in this episode, we discuss Banned Books Week, list the ten most challenged books of the year, and express our opinion on book banning due to LGBTQ+ content or other content.

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The First to Die At The End by Adam Silvera https://amzn.to/3qSVvtO

The First to Die At The End and They Both Die At The End by Adam Silvera box set 

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A Scatter of Light by Malinda Lo

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You’re a Mean One, Matthew Prince by Timothy Janovsky

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Mistakes Were Made by Meryl Wisner

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Season of Love by Helena Greer

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When Things Happen Together by Jordan Clayden-Lewis

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Banned Books We Encourage You To Buy:

Drama by Raina Telgemeier

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Gender Queer by Maia Kebab

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Lawn Boy by Jonathon Evison

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All Boys Aren’t Blue by George M. Johnson

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Out of Darkness by Ashley Perez

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The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie

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Me, Earl, and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews

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The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison

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This Book Is Gay by Juno Dawson

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Beyond Magenta by Susan Kuklin

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This week we discuss three totally different LGBTQ+ time travel books. Join us to hear our spirited discussion about The Paradox Hotel, One Last Stop, and Yesterday is History. These three novels feature gay, lesbian, non-binary, and bisexual characters and time travel plots.


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The Paradox Hotel by Rob Hart: https://amzn.to/3DmplhZ

One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston:  https://amzn.to/3eLYS3d

Yesterday is History by Kosoko Jackson: https://amzn.to/3RGN3cX

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A mini episode with descriptions of upcoming new releases of LGBTQ+ books we are excited about. Late September has fantasy, YA, romance, and even dark academia. Listen to hear about a variety of new queer books scheduled to release in late September.

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Rainbow Reads recommendations for the young and the young at heart.  This week's episode highlights three excellent middle grade books with solid queer representation.  Tune in to hear about To Night Owl From Dogfish by Holly Goldberg Sloan and Meg Wolitzer, Witchlings by Claribel Ortega, and The Insiders by Mark Oshiro.

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Witchlings: https://amzn.to/3dY1cUt

The Insiders: https://amzn.to/3cnjPkc

The Hex Next Door: https://amzn.to/3QQC1l3


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A mini episode with news about upcoming new releases we are excited about. Early September looks promising for fantasy, romance, and even horror books. There's something here for everyone! Listen to hear about new LGBTQ+ books scheduled to be released in early September.

Also in this episode, a short review of debut new release Cause & Effect by Cyan LeBlanc. Scheduled for release on August 30th. Thanks for the ARC!

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Harrow the Ninth: https://amzn.to/3c93Iq6

Cause and Effect: https://amzn.to/3R1BXP2

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This week, we discuss two books with wedding themes. Romance, anyone? Tune in to hear about  D'Vaughn and Kris planning their wedding, and about how Boyfriend Material turns into Husband Material. 

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D'Vaughn and Kris Plan a Wedding:  https://amzn.to/3BznANr

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A mini episode with news about upcoming new releases we are excited about. August is a huge new release month, so listen to our summaries and plan accordingly. There's something here for everyone! Listen to hear about new LGBTQ+ books scheduled to be released in late August, and a couple that are out now.



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Beaches, pools, romance, surfing, ice cream, and teen angst. This episode has all of the essential ingredients for the perfect rainbow beach read. We discuss The Guncle by Steven Rowley, Melt With You by Jennifer Dugan, and If You Change Your Mind by Robby Weber.  Something for everyone. So pour up a frosty beverage and check out our summer reads episode!


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Melt With You: https://amzn.to/3S3vMLM

If You Change Your Mind: https://amzn.to/3Q0UvhX


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A mini episode with news about upcoming new releases we are excited about. August is looking like a huge new release month, so listen to our summaries and plan accordingly. There's something here for everyone! Listen to hear about new LGBTQ+ books scheduled to be released in early August.



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