Tag: LGBT
In vain we have struggled–our feelings will not be repressed! Written and directed by Byrum Geisler, Before the Fall is a queer-themed reimagining of how Jane Austen’s most popular …
Christianna Marks
April 9, 2017
African American, Asian American, Contemporary, Drama, Family, LGBT, Mental Health, New Releases, Relationships, Reviews, Romance, Young Adult
Who’s looking for the perfect, diverse, adorable, romantic comedy? Why? Because I have found it. Becky Albertalli’s newest offering to the world of YA lit, The Upside of Unrequited …
At the urging of Republican legislators in North Carolina, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (one of the largest school districts in the state) has decided to remove a children’s book called Jacob’s New Dress from …
New Zealand authors Adam Reynolds and Chaz Harris bring us Promised Land, the story of a Prince and farmhand that fall in love. Money was raised through Kickstarter in …
Teenagers wishing to fit in, a hidden pink secret hidden inside a dark closet, and some seriously questionable parenting skills. This is Ava’s world in the young adult fiction …
Pink by Lili Wilkinson appears in several TBR lists scattered throughout the glorious world of the internet. This novel does have glowing critiques from David Leviathan and John Green, …
Today’s children face a number of different challenges that parents may not always be able to relate to. Many parents want their children to grow up to be responsible …
Christianna Marks
December 18, 2016
Contemporary, Fantasy, Horror, Latino, LGBT, Mystery, New Releases, Relationships, Reviews, Romance, Young Adult
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to read a fantasy novel that’s been soaked in Latin American religions and cultures? Well, if you have, Labyrinth Lost is …
Christianna Marks
December 4, 2016
Fantasy, Human Interest, LGBT, New Releases, Politics, Relationships, Reviews, Romance, Women, Young Adult
Fantasy, it has it’s known tropes: A magical world; someone trying to hide their powers; an arranged marriage; political uncertainty inspired by history; an underdog character who teams up …
In this time of great cultural divide, it is of the utmost importance that we take the time to not only recognize, but also celebrate every lifestyle. Whether or …
The public libraries of Oklahoma City are currently wrestling with the question of where to place children’s books with LGBT themes. The Oklahoman reports that currently, the Metropolitan Library …
Those choosing “it’s complicated” on Facebook relationship status updates have nothing on Elizabeth Gilbert. She’s been there, done that, had the ‘him and her’ (twice), and now her ‘her’ …
One of the most amazing aspects of young adult novels today is their diversity and understanding of being a teenager or young adult in a very active, fast paced …