Politics in Practice
Tag: LGBTQIA+
Co-Writing a Story of Trans Joy Across a Barbed Wire Fence, a guest post by Teghan Hammond and Mel Hammond
Writing Lucy was our way of coping with the years Teghan lost: both the years trapped in self-denial about her identity and the years she spent in prison. The book is a badge of honor for those tough years we survived, and it’s a love letter to each other.
Shakespeare, but Make it Queer!: Retelling a Classic Play and My Love/Hate Relationship with William Shakespeare, a guest post by Emma K. Ohland
Shakespeare’s greatness can live on, but we can also give space to new voices - and both can happen at the exact same time with the power of a retelling.
Why Are We Like This: Heartstopper Models Respectful Queer Discourse, so Why Aren’t Fans Listening? A guest post by Laura Shovan
One of Heartstopper’s central themes is that it’s rude, even dangerous, to speculate on someone’s else’s sexuality. But some fans aren’t getting the message.
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Book Review: Wishbone by Justine Pucella Winans
Filled with plenty of action, this look at feelings, strengths, found family, and friendship is a satisfyingly creepy fantastical story full of heart.
Queering the Classic YA Love Triangle, a guest post by Alicia Jasinska
I know there are readers who are tired of love triangles, and I don’t blame them. But I’m also a firm believer that no trope is overdone until everyone has had an equal chance to play with it, especially authors from marginalized backgrounds.
Boo! Spooky Middle Grade Titles to Share All Year, a guest post by Adrianna Cuevas
Check out these titles by queer and BIPOC authors that will satisfy young readers as we approach spooky season
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Book Review: The Gender Binary Is a Big Lie: Infinite Identities around the World by Lee Wind
Overall, an enlightening look at how understanding and celebrating gender diversity has been a long-held belief for many people and cultures throughout history.
Appearance Versus Reality, a guest post by Kara A. Kennedy
How far would you go to convince yourself that everything is fine?
THE END is just the BEGINNING, a guest post by Hamish Steele
Choosing to end a series is choosing to give your characters to your audience.
Book Review: Crushing It by Erin Becker
Former friends learn what happens when they swallow down the fear and doubt and just take their shot.
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