FOR READERS. BY READERS.
FOR READERS. BY READERS.
ISSUE #5 | JUNE 2025
Cover Designed by Maclain MoyzisOur June issue paints a vibrant picture of stories of self-discovery, empowerment, and celebrating the joy of the queer community. We pay homage to those who have come before us, explore the beauty of self-expression, and emphasize the power of acceptance.
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HOT OFF THE PRESSES
16 Books with Bi, Pan & Asexual Representation
Your resident chaotic pansexual is here to turn the discourse surrounding bisexual, pansexual, and asexual identities on its head. Instead of getting bogged down by the negativity, let's celebrate instead with a list of fun, tender, gorgeous, steamy (or not!) romances that celebrate the beauty and the joy of bi, pan, and ace identities that you should add to your TBR today!
Black to the Future
The evolution of Afro- and African-futurism examines the history of Afrofuturism and its development and adaptation into modern times. To celebrate Juneteenth, this article will spotlight Black authors who have and are reimagining the experiences within the Black Diaspora through the lens of magic, technology, and alternate futures. The books featured are The Black God’s Drums, Pet, Parable of the Sower, Binti, The Broken Earth Trilogy, and Brown Girl in the Ring
We’re Queer and We’ve BEEN Here
The Queer stories that we read and love shouldn’t just be about young queer lives! There are stories about queer people that start a bit later on in life and these stories should be celebrated too. Here are some books that are centered around older queer people, their experiences, and how they made me think and feel.
Black Americans Built Queer Liberation
Let’s dive into American history and learn about how the slaves fighting for freedom paved the way for queer liberation.
Sinners, Sound, and Spirituality
Sinners use music, spirituality, and identity to deliver various messages to their audience. From discourses about the church as a structural tool to how music is a spiritual act as Black diasporans. This article highlights the messages in the movie and how Ryan Coogler connects these three factors..
Is This Drag?
Love of fashion, self-expression, challenging societal norms, promoting LGBTQ+ visibility and acceptance, exploring gender identity, connecting with community, and advocating for social justice? Yeah, this is drag.
June Horrorscope
Your June Horrorscope is here…and it’s queer!
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Let’s Talk Readin’ Trackers
Award Winning AANHPI Authors
Romance Manga 101
Authors Who Look As Good As Their Books
5 Most Anticipated Summer Thrillers
Villains We Love to Hate
4 Books to Read if You Love Food
What is AANHPI Heritage Month?
Murderous Mommies
Celebrating AANHPI Month
Manic Pixie Moms
The Books We Needed Once Upon a Time
Shelves and the City
Slay Mama
6 Romantic Asian Dramas for Beginners
Mickey 17: A Film Review
