Danielle

Knot My Type (Paperback)

By Evie Mitchell

$15.00

ISBN: 9781922561213

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Published: Thunder Thighs Publishing - October 4th, 2021

2021 was the year I decided to search more for disability romances - oh did I find some gems! Not only is this author ethical af, but Frankie and Jay are so lovely. Jay isn't perfect, but he tries and he learns and that is so swoon to me. Frankie is just everything, full stop. Their romance feels real and possible and we don't really get that in romanceland. I adore this book with all my heart. [Danielle]

Akim Aliu: Dreamer (Original Graphic Memoir) (Paperback)

By Akim Aliu, Greg Anderson Elysée, Karen De la Vega (Illustrator), Marcus Williams (Illustrator)

$14.99

ISBN: 9781338787603

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Published: Graphix - February 7th, 2023

This is the childhood I wanted... not really, but I did grow up loving hockey, but feeling like it wasn't for me. A graphic novel like this would have given me the push to pursue it. It can feel overplayed to call a book aimed at kids 'inspiring' but in this case it really is. Besides, in three years we will own this sport. [Danielle]

Everything for You (Paperback)

By Chloe Liese

$17.99

ISBN: 9798985661347

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Published: Chloe Liese - May 10th, 2022

Told you I love Chloe Liese. This is so messy and imperfect and I love it. It's not a rom-com, it's too real for that. This book perfectly captures anxiety. There's so much pining, I can't. I adore these two so much that they are one of my favorite couples ever. [Danielle]

Cool. Awkward. Black. (Hardcover)

By Karen Strong (Editor)

$18.99

ISBN: 9780593525098

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Published: Viking Books for Young Readers - January 10th, 2023

This is one of those teen books that is for everyone who grew up feeling like they didn't quite fit in anywhere, especially Black girls/women. This collection has something for all of us. It's funny, heartfelt, honest, magical, and above all makes me feel seen in a way I desperately needed, even today. [Danielle]

Sorry, Bro (Paperback)

By Taleen Voskuni

$17.00

ISBN: 9780593547304

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Published: Berkley - January 31st, 2023

I’m always on the hunt for romances that have a little more to them (i.e. people who aren’t cis white). And while I’m not a rom-com girl, I appreciate and love the diversity and inclusion this book has. It’s authentic and kind and made me feel really hungry. I love how it doesn’t hold your hand regarding Armenian culture. I wish more books were like this while still having a beautiful love story. [Danielle]

Lark & Kasim Start a Revolution (Hardcover)

By Kacen Callender

$19.99

ISBN: 9781419756870

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Published: Harry N. Abrams - September 27th, 2022

Reasons #1 to read; there are not enough books with black enby and trans characters. In this book, they are the focal point. Reason #2; this book is messy. And I mean that in the best way possible. Being a teen is messy. High school is messy. Being queer and in love and figuring out what that all means is messy. The writing is blunt that's necessary for a story with heavy issues like the ones presented here. This book can be a lot at times but at the end of the day the self love and friendships make this book shine. Perfect for people who like angst but still need an HEA. [Danielle]

Anne of Greenville (Hardcover)

By Mariko Tamaki

$18.99

ISBN: 9781368078405

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Published: Melissa de la Cruz Studio - October 4th, 2022

If you love Anne of Green Gables, you will love this book. That's it, that's the review. No but seriously, Anne is a teen any current or former art/drama/choir kid can see themself in. Her experiences are real and painful at times but her perseverance and relationships keep the book light and fresh. I picked this book up because I too grew up loving 70's disco in a town I believed I was too cool for. I fell in love with this book for it's ease and honesty. [Danielle]

Mistakes Were Made: A Novel (Paperback)

By Meryl Wilsner

$16.99

ISBN: 9781250841001

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Published: St. Martin's Griffin - October 11th, 2022

I’m a simple woman. I like smut. I like age gaps. And I like unapologetic queerness. I was going to like this no matter what, but it’s also just a good romance read, so read it! [Danielle]

The Sunbearer Trials (The Sunbearer Duology #1) (Hardcover)

By Aiden Thomas

$18.99

ISBN: 9781250822130

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Published: Feiwel & Friends - September 6th, 2022

Everyone compares this book to The Hunger Games. The problem is: I love this book and could care less about The Hunger Games. Maybe it’s the mythology element or the casual queerness I love. Either way, this is a high stakes fantasy that adults and teens will love with a great love story. [Danielle]
 

Unhinged (Paperback)

By Onley James

$13.99

ISBN: 9781685240448

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Published: Onley James Books - June 28th, 2021

Hear me out! Yes, this book is dark, but the darkness comes from what the characters are, not who they are. In this chase, Adam and his brothers are psychopaths who kill evil people, but are very nice otherwise. There's a reason why this book is all over Tik Tok. Adam and Noah are cute, there's a dope mystery, and hot smut - what more do you want? [Danielle]