FOR READERS. BY READERS.
FOR READERS. BY READERS.
ISSUE #6 | JULY 2025
Cover Designed by Maclain MoyzisOur July issue explores the sea of summertime possibilities! Hot girl summer means we’re learning about our steaming planet and the importance of “camp” while also readin’ and expressing ourselves above or below the sea.
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HOT OFF THE PRESSES
Fantasy Beach Reads
As the sun warms the sands and the gentle waves beckon, there’s no better time to dive into a captivating fantasy novel. From mythical creatures lurking beneath the waves to epic quests set against coastal backdrops, these selections promise to be the perfect companions for your seaside getaway.
Book Recs for Love Islanders
A hot new bombshell has entered the villa… and it’s a stack of romance books. In this Love Island-inspired roundup, we match Season 7 Islanders with their perfect bookish pairings—whether they’re giving emotionally toxic, slow-burn pining, or chaos. If you’ve ever screamed at a recoupling this one’s for you.
7 Must Watch Shows and Films for Summertime
Summertime is for relaxing, dancing the long days away into the night and creating memories. Here is a list of shows for sleepovers with the girls and the theys, for the solo watchers with wine in hand or chill session with the family.
Hot Girl Summer, Literally
Earth is in her hot-girl era!! Plot twist: it's because AI is burning up the planet.
Inclusive Swimwear
Play mermaids at any size in any style this summer!
Skipshock by Caroline O'Donoghue.
Is this the next book for your TBR? Check out our report on Skipshock to see if it might be for you. The first of the Readin' book reports featuring Skipshock by Caroline O'Donoghue.
In Case You Missed It
16 Books with Bisexual, Pansexual, and Asexual Representation
We’re Queer and We’ve BEEN Here
Queer Artists to Listen to in Every Genre
Is This Drag?
Wizards, Warriors and Love: A Queer Journey Through Fantasy Fiction
Queer Authors on Queer Romance
Black Americans Built Queer Liberation
The Devil Wears Clergy Robes
Sinners, Sound and Spirituality
Let's Talk Readin' Trackers
Murderous Mommies
The Radical Nature of Queer Sentient Objects
Manic Pixie Moms
Slay Mama
6 Romantic Asian Dramas for Beginners
Mickey 17: A Film Review
