The Silvered Serpents picks up after a devastating blow is dealt to what’s left of Séverin’s team. Whereas The Gilded Wolves had a hopeful, glamorous energy to it, its sequel is frenetic and icy. Steeped in distress and longing, this…
Book Review: The Circus Rose by Betsy Cornwell
Sparkling with lush magic and worldbuilding, The Circus Rose by Betsy Cornwell, a queer retelling of “Snow White and Rose Red,” tells the the story of twins: one who lives her life in the shadows, the other who basks in…
Book Review: When We Were Magic by Sarah Gailey
It’s a lesser-known rule in the reading community, but when a book begins with magical manslaughter, it’s mandatory that it’s read it all the way through. When that magical manslaughter also happens to involve an exploding penis, you know you’ve…
Audiobook Review: Witches of Ash and Ruin by E. Latimer, Narrated by Katharine Lee McEwan
Disclaimers for the novel, as given by the author on Goodreads: Homophobia and forced outing (forced outing isn’t on page/occurs prior to the story), mention of/alluding to conversion therapy, self-harm/blood magic, mention of rape, and alluding to/mention of physical/emotional abuse.…
Pride Picks: Top LGBTQ+ Novels for Pride Month
Happy Pride Month, everyone! This marks a time dedicated to celebrating the voices, faces, contributions, and lives of anyone identifying as LGBTQ+. This month is the time to shine light on LGBTQ+ portrayal and representation, both in real life and…
Exclusive Excerpt: Our Own Private Universe by Robin Talley
I’m excited to be sharing an exclusive excerpt from Robin Talley’s most recent novel, Our Own Private Universe. This novel is a wonderful addition to the young adult LGBTQ+ fiction that is already out there. Check it out! Summary: Fifteen-year-old Aki…