20 Essential LGBTQ+ Books for Young Readers

by Cherie Dimaline

A rich and verdant revival of a classic. Full review >

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by Lawrence Lindell ; illustrated by Lawrence Lindell

A paean to the radical joy of being every part of yourself. Full review >

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by L.C. Rosen

Delightfully queer and downright swoonworthy. Full review >

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by Lex Croucher

Frankly a delight. Full review >

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by K. Ancrum

A slow-burn mystery fueled by a few broken people and a heavy dose of caring ones. Full review >

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by Adib Khorram

Love deserves a standing ovation in this multilayered exploration of what it truly means to feel seen. Full review >

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by Theo Parish ; illustrated by Theo Parish

An accessible, affirming story that models how anyone—cis or trans—can take steps toward self-knowledge and gender freedom. Full review >

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by Alex Crespo

Impossible to put down. Full review >

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by R.M. Romero

An alluring and lyrical journey. Full review >

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by Shivaun Plozza

A worthy read about a short life brimming with possibility. Full review >

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by Danny Ramadan ; illustrated by Anna Bron

An affirming tale of family and acceptance. Full review >

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by Justine Pucella Winans

Spooky, funny, and queer—what’s not to love? Full review >

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by Nicole Melleby

A powerful, emotional look at queerness, pride, and what it truly means to feel held. Full review >

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by Caster Semenya

Informative and inspiring. Full review >

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edited by Sammy Lisel & Lilah Sturges

Inspiring and honest accounts from relatable role models. Full review >

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by A.M. Wild ; illustrated by Kah Yangni

How refreshing to see nonbinary joy so lovingly depicted. Full review >

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by Joëlle Retener ; illustrated by DeAnn Wiley

Joyfully affirming. Full review >

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by Rob Sanders ; illustrated by Harry Woodgate

An acutely distilled and vibrant compilation of LGBTQ+ heroes. Full review >

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by Allen R. Wells ; illustrated by Dia Valle

Jubilant. Full review >

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by Monique Gray Smith ; illustrated by Nicole Neidhardt

A celebration of community, queer Native families, and Indigenous joy. Full review >

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