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NEW BLOG POST - First Time At Big City Pride Festival - Just wow! I've been to the small town Flagstaff Pride many times but this my first going to a big city event, and taking the kids. - To read this blog and be notified of new blog posts sign up for my newsletter. Link is in my bio! - * * * #lgbtbooks #lgbtyouth #lgbtteens #lgbtq #lgbtcommunity #lgbtsupport #bookstoread #lgbtyoutubers #booklife #pansexual #booktube #bookcommunity #bookstagram #diversebooks #bookaddict #smallyoutuber #bookblog #bookblogger #booknerd #bookworms #lgbtblogger #bookishlove #booklover #bookstagramfeature #bibliophile #ilovebooks #photographylover #booklitty #phoenixpride #lgbtblog (at Arizona)

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Q.O.T.D.- What time of the year do you get the most reading done? * This was my March Haul for LGBT books. All of these were newly released in March or April. I'm super excited to get down to reading these in April! * However, the weather has taken a drastic turn. It's definitely spring! I can't help myself. I find I want to be outside hiking and such, which probably will mean a less productive reading month. But hey, sunlight is good for you right? 😂😂😂 * #lgbtbooks #lgbtreads #lgbtyouth #lgbtteens #lgbtsupporter #lgbtsafeplace #lgbtsafezone #lgbtyoutubers #lgbtqsupport #bookstoread #booklife #bookblog #bookworm #bookaholic #bookishfeatures #lgbtblogger #lgbtvlogger #bookishlove #booktube #bookcommunity #pansexualpride #readmore #diversebooks #diversereads #bookaddict #booknerd #bookishfeatures #bookblogger

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I had not heard of this book until Kalvin recommended it. (Kalvin is my son and co-host on one of the segments on my YouTube channel.) We read it and it was interesting... I was really sort of back and forth about liking and disliking this book. - It's a YA LGBT magical realism story about a boy and girl coming to terms with who they are. Review coming soon! - #lgbtbooks #lgbtreads #lgbtyouth #lgbtteens #lgbtsupporter #lgbtsafeplace #lgbtsafezone #lgbtyoutubers #lgbtqsupport #bookstoread #booklife #bookblog #bookworm #bookaholic #bookishfeatures #lgbtblogger #lgbtvlogger #bookishlove #booktube #bookcommunity #pansexualpride #readmore #diversebooks #diversereads #bookaddict #booknerd #bookishfeatures #bookblogger (at Arizona)

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I had not heard of this book until Kalvin recommended it. (Kalvin is my son and co-host on one of the segments on my YouTube channel.) We read it and it was interesting... I was really sort of back and forth about liking and disliking this book. - It's a YA LGBT magical realism story about a boy and girl coming to terms with who they are. Review coming soon! - #lgbtbooks #lgbtreads #lgbtyouth #lgbtteens #lgbtsupporter #lgbtsafeplace #lgbtsafezone #lgbtyoutubers #lgbtqsupport #bookstoread #booklife #bookblog #bookworm #bookaholic #bookishfeatures #lgbtblogger #lgbtvlogger #bookishlove #booktube #bookcommunity #pansexualpride #readmore #diversebooks #diversereads #bookaddict #booknerd #bookishfeatures #bookblogger (at Arizona)

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BOOK REVIEW ON BLOG AND YOUTUBE - Click on link in bio - I can't express enough how much I LOVED this book. Just got back from the movie. It's rare I can say I love the movie more than the book but I have to admit this one takes the cake! I won't say anymore because... - ...I'm exited to film the book to movie comparison review. I'll have that up in a few days! * * * #lgbtbooks #lgbtreads #lgbtyouth #lgbtteens #lgbtsupporter #lgbtsafeplace #lgbtsafezone #lgbtyoutubers #lgbtqsupport #booklife #bookblog #lgbtblogger #lgbtvlogger #bookishlove #booktube #bookcommunity #pansexualpride #diversebooks #diversereads #bookaddict #booknerd #bookworm #bookaholic #lovesimon #simonvsthehomosapiensagenda #beckyalbertalli #lgbtreader #lgbt

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If you ever find yourself driving up the picturesque winding hill of 89a that leads to Jerome Arizona, you must keep an eye out for the iconic lawn flamingos. For every season you will find the quartet adorned in corresponding holiday outfits. It has been this way for at least the eight years I have lived in Northern Arizona. - Their owners never falter in diligently changing their attire every few months! My children actually look forward to seeing the flamingos when we visit Jerome every so often. - Happy St Patty's Day! (From our family and the Jerome Flamingos!) * * * #stpattysday #jerome #jeromeflamingo #travelarizona #lgbtvloggers #lgbtblogger (at Jerome, Arizona)

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Going to see this tomorrow! So excited!

Why is straight the default? #LOVESIMON is NOW PLAYING in theaters.

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Book Review The Art of Being Normal

*Spoiler free review*

A wonderful YA book about two transgender youth and the struggles they face. They find ways to help each other cope with their challenges and form an unlikely friendship.

Blog Written Review - http://marybrose.com/the-art-of-being-normal-lgbt-ya-book-review/

Video Review - https://youtu.be/wS7akslbhBE

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DAILY DOSE OF BOOK QUOTE "Because I'm not gay. I'm just a straight girl stuck in a boy's body." The Art of Being Normal by Lisa Williamson - BOOK REVIEW ON YOUTUBE NOW. LINK IN BIO * * * #lgbtbooks #lgbtreads #lgbtyouth #lgbtteens #lgbtsupporter #lgbtsafeplace #lgbtsafezone #lgbtyoutubers #lgbtqsupport #bookstoread #booklife #bookblog #bookishlove #booktube #bookcommunity #pansexualpride #readmore #diversebooks #diversereads #bibliophile #bookstagramer (at Sedona, Arizona)

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It seems to be a thing we are doing this spring break... #starbuckscupart . I can't lie, this one, my son Jalix just made... well it's epic! I kinda love it a lot! * * * #lgbtblogger #bookstoread #booklife #bookblog #bookishlove #booktube #bookcommunity #pansexualpride #readmore #photographylover #lovelife #starwars #starbucks #starbucksfangirl #booksandcoffee #cupart #bibliophile #bookstagramer (at Arizona)

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So hot...

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So relevant!

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LGBT History Month: Book Recommendations!

February is LGBT History Month in the UK, so I thought I’d share some LGBT+ historical book recommendations with you all!

Lies We Tell Ourselves by Robin Talley

Set during the American civil rights movement, Sarah is one of the first black students at a newly-integrated high school. While dealing with the everyday struggles she faces, she is also struggling with her sexuality, particularly her feelings for another girl at the school whose father supports and perpetuates the town’s deep-set racism. As well as showing how these two girls slowly encourage each other to be better, more supportive people, the book also deals with what it’s like to struggle with your sexuality when you’re religious. It’s beautifully written, and the relationship between the two girls is wonderfully tender.

A Place Called Winter by Patrick Gale

Harry Cane, a family man in London in the early 20th Century, moves to Canada after rumours surface about his affair with another man. There, he falls in love, makes both friends and enemies, and meets others who are outcast. As well as putting you through the emotional wringer, this book also looks at the effect British colonisation had on native Canadians, and how the European gender binary was forced on indigenous cultures.

Two Boys Kissing by David Levithan

The action of this book takes place in modern day, as teenagers Harry and Craig try to break the Guinness World Record for the longest kiss. Their attempt, which draws local and media attention, is narrated by a Greek chorus of gay men who died from AIDs, who reflect on what has passed, and how much has changed for us to get to where we are today. It’s heartwarming, but also haunting and deeply sad.

The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller

This book tells the story of Achilles’ life from the point of view of his lover, Patroclus. It’s a good reminder of how different cultures have had different attitudes towards same-sex relationships, as well as being stunningly written and a complete tearjerker. It’s one of my favourite books of all time, and I will recommend it to anyone who sits still long enough for me to do so.

The Absolutist by John Boyne

Set during the First World War, this book follows Tristan and Will, two soldiers fighting in the same regiment. Their tumultuous friendship - and relationship - goes alongside their changing attitudes to the war, to each other, and their morals. Make sure to have tissues nearby!

These are just a few great LGBT+ historical books. However, they are - with the exception of one - about gay men, and there’s a lot of other letters in that acronym for us to explore! Let me know of any of your favourite books that cover some LGBT+ history, especially if they include a wider diversity of characters.

Happy reading - and happy LGBT history month! 

Grace xx

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Call for submissions from Hundred Years Publishing

Find us on twitter: https://twitter.com/HundredYearsPub

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Looking to build our network

Reblog this if you are a writer of fiction.

Particularly: LGBT, science fiction, speculative fiction, literary fiction, short stories and flash fiction.

We’ll check you out and follow you! 

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And She Was by Jessica Verdi [transgender focus]

What If It’s Us by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera [gay romance, own voices]

The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang [gay romance]

Reign Fallen by Sarah Glenn Marsh [not specified]

Let’s Talk About Love by Claire Kann [asexual mc]

The Art of Escaping by Erin Callahan [coming out focus?]

The Dangerous Art of Blending In by Angelo Surmelis [gay mc?]

Miles Away From You by A.B. Rutledge [transgender sc, gay mc?]

please feel free to add to this list or correct anything!

 I went off a Goodreads list and then went by descriptions and reviews. I also got the little book stack graphic from here.

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I love South Park so much I just want to love there. Not really... It's a pretty fucked up universe.