pickThis novel took me several months to finish and I'm sure the library will be so happy to have their copy back. It was absolutely brilliant, this may be one of the few books that make it back into the rotation. The depiction of queer characters was refreshing and familiar, and reading this book feels like returning to a community of friends.
pickWhile by no means a comprehensive history, Stryker‘s book is a good place to start.
I chose this because I was skeptical of my own feelings about transgender issues.
To be clear, I was never skeptical of their rights; I believe everyone has a right to live how they want & I am also of the view that one doesn‘t belong at the table if one doesn‘t know anything about what‘s on it.
So now I know a little & I understand better & that‘s good.
pickThis said,” pick me “ ,at a local bookshop. Thought it might be good for my grandson but also thought I would read it first. I‘m not a graphic novel fan but this was an easy read. For anyone grappling with gender issues or wishing to understand these things , a easy and interesting read. I will be giving it to my grandson.
pickOh how I loved this book!! Horrifying in its gory guts but the true terror comes from the historical accuracy this novel stems from. The veil between the death and life has folded in on itself. Set in Victorian England, we follow a young trans boy through a powerful journey of surgery, spirits, “Veil Sickness”, and a fight for his freedom.
Thank you so much @Larkken for recommending this in #audlangspine25!! Absolutely incredible ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
pickBased on her husband‘s experiences, McLemore brought these characters and this world to life beautifully. Magical realism with secrets, lore and superstitions. Powerful and vulnerable at the same time.
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so-soThe upside/downside of an organization like the NYT highlighting the best books of the year is that it brings those books to wider attention, but seriously increases expectations. I thought this memoir of transitioning late in life would blow my socks off and it just didn‘t. I‘m so glad it exists and hope to see more trans stories being told, but it just didn‘t meet my expectations.
pickLong ago, the town of Lucille banished all the monsters. When a painting of Jam‘s mother comes to life intent on hunting a new monster, Jam must decide who to believe.
A powerful story about what makes a monster & how a monster can hide when we don‘t have the words to talk about them. I loved Jam & Redemption, & I really appreciated the ending. 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌕
'"how could you do this to me?" said the Sun to the Moon
"how could you steal my light?"
a tear rolled down her pale cheek.
"i just wanted to be seen," said the Moon'
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