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Tag: Relationships
A Different Kind of Coming Out Story, a guest post by Alex Crespo
I wanted to validate any readers who might also be struggling to find the words to express their identities, or just don’t care to put themselves in a box at all.
Rebranding Happily Ever After? A guest post by Lakita Wilson
Happily Ever After’s, in the current state in which they are offered, should come with a big disclaimer: BELIEVE AT YOUR OWN RISK.
Writing About Sexual Harassment for Middle Grade Readers, a guest post by Catherine Arguelles
In my upcoming middle grade novel FLIP TURNS, the main character, Maddie, is a 13 year-old with an admirer who continues to pursue her after she’s turned him down numerous times.
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Book Review: The Loophole by Naz Kutub
Part travel adventure, part magical mystery, and part personal quest for identity and direction, this was a joy to read.
Book Review: Jay’s Gay Agenda by Jason June
A fun and messy look at what happens when things don't go as planned when it comes to love, friendship, and finding yourself.
Book Review: Meet Cute Diary by Emery Lee
Can Noah, who runs a blog of trans meet cutes, find his own swoon-worthy meet cute?
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Book Review: Between Perfect and Real by Ray Stoeve
A powerful, heartfelt, well-written story of identity, community, and friendship. A necessary addition to collections.
There’s Something About Insta-Love, a guest post by Phil Stamper
On rom-coms and insta-love: "As an author of queer YA, I get to take it one step further. I can break the trope apart and put it back together the way I want—celebrating the similarities and differences of queer love in all its forms."
Book Review: Super Fake Love Song by David Yoon
I can't say enough positive about this really smart, empathetic, and hilarious look at identity, friendship, preconceived notions, high school, and missteps. One of my very favorite reads this year.
Book Review: Charming as a Verb by Ben Philippe
I stretched this one out over three afternoons, just so I could keep dipping back into Henri and Cori's world. A completely satisfying, engaging, and memorable read.
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