Kelly Gallucci
Kelly Gallucci (Manager, Community Success at NetGalley), oversees the editorial content of We Are Bookish, where she offers book recommendations and interviews authors and NetGalley members.
Small Rain
by Garth Greenwell
Garth Greenwell, known for his critically acclaimed What Belongs to You, offers a new exploration of identity and desire in Small Rain.
From introspective reflections to uplifting tales of adversity, these 12 titles are must-reads for anyone seeking compelling LGBTQ narratives.
1. Flyboy follows a young person discovering themself in the midst of a mystical circus, where magic mirrors the journey of self-discovery and acceptance.
4. True Love and Other Impossible Odds is a tender exploration of love in the digital age.
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Through vibrant illustrations and poignant storytelling, it explores how shared experiences shape who we become.
7. Bromantic Puckboy
by Eden Finley & Saxon James
NHL veteran Cody Bilson and rookie goalie Miles Olsen agree to an unconventional deal to help each other avoid emotional pitfalls.
Flyboy
by Kasey LeBlanc
In this YA novel, magical realism intertwines with the exploration of trans identity. We believe there’s no better way to celebrate than by reading books that explore queer identity across all of our favorite genres. Thirst
by Marina Yuszczuk
A captivating reimagining of the vampire mythos, Thirst explores queer existence across centuries.
2.Queerceañera
by Alex Crespo
A charming queer rom-com that brings fresh energy to coming-out stories, Queerceañera centers on a boy navigating his identity and a fake relationship at a vibrant queer quinceañera. Eisenberg’s exploration of queer life in rural spaces offers a refreshing perspective on identity and community beyond urban centers.