Dark Fairytale Novellas Featuring Queer Characters
A lovely episode discussing two dark fairytale novellas featuring LGBTQ+ characters. We do talk about homophobia and violence in this episode, so heads up on that. These are two quick reads that can gently bring you out of the spookiness of Halloween and into the heartwarming holiday spirit. This episode was recorded prior to the […]
Super Creepy Queer Horror Reads
These horror books featuring queer main characters are not for the faint of heart. Tune in and hear about a wide variety of horror books. There’s something for every horror fan here! Young adult, gothic, supernatural, even deep sea adventures. And the rep in these books is outstanding! Spoiler free, as always. Happy Halloween! Interested […]
Early November New Releases and Interview with Lou Wilham
A not-so-mini episode with descriptions of upcoming new releases of LGBTQ+ books we are excited about. Early November has LGBTQIA+ romance, historical fiction, and fantasy. Listen to hear about a variety of new queer books scheduled to release in early November. Also, we have a special guest! We are so excited to be joined by The […]
LGBTQ+ Witchy Halloween Reads
Double, double, toil and trouble. Gather ’round our cauldron and hear about some of the best witch books we’ve ever read. There’s something for everyone here! Creepy, magical, adventurous, scary, even romantic and fluffy. And the rep in these books is outstanding! Lesbian, transgender, non-binary, gay, and bisexual characters with intriguing plots and clever stories. […]
Late October New Release Minisode
A mini episode with descriptions of upcoming new releases of LGBTQ+ books we are excited about. Late October has LGBTQIA+ romance, historical fiction, a long awaited sequel, and even a graphic novel based on a childhood favorite of Holly’s. Listen to hear about a variety of new queer books scheduled to release in late October. […]
It’s Like The Hunger Games, But Gay
Do you love The Hunger Games, but wish there was more LGBTQ+ rep? Us too! Listen to our spoiler free recommendation of this awesome tournament to the death duology, with pretty solid bisexual representation. Interested in purchasing books or other items mentioned in the show? Kindly support our independent podcast by using our affiliate links. […]
Early October New Release Minisode, and Why You Should Read Banned Books
A not-so-mini episode with descriptions of upcoming new releases of LGBTQ+ books we are excited about. Early October has LGBTQIA+ romance, historical fiction, and plenty of holiday romance and spice. Listen to hear about a variety of new queer books scheduled to release in early October. Also in this episode, we discuss Banned Books Week, […]
Rainbow Time Travel
This week we discuss three totally different LGBTQ+ time travel books. Join us to hear our spirited discussion about The Paradox Hotel, One Last Stop, and Yesterday is History. These three novels feature gay, lesbian, transgender, and bisexual characters and time travel plots. Interested in purchasing books or other items mentioned in the show? Kindly […]
Late September New Release Minisode
A mini episode with descriptions of upcoming new releases of LGBTQ+ books we are excited about. Late September has fantasy, YA, romance, and even dark academia. Listen to hear about a variety of new queer books scheduled to release in late September. Interested in purchasing books or other items mentioned in the show? Kindly support […]
LGBTQ+ Books for Younger Readers
Rainbow Reads recommendations for the young and the young at heart. This week’s episode highlights three excellent middle grade books with solid queer representation. Tune in to hear about To Night Owl From Dogfish by Holly Goldberg Sloan and Meg Wolitzer, Witchlings by Claribel Ortega, and The Insiders by Mark Oshiro. Interested in purchasing books […]