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Books for LGBTQ+ Identity & Coming Out
Books for LGBTQ+ Identity & Coming Out – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
435 books
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Feminism Is...
Alexandra Black, Laura Buller, Emily Hoyle, Megan Todd
From historic pioneers to modern daily realities, this guide charts the history, arguments, and voices of the feminist m
Ages 12–17
Far from Xanadu
Julie Anne Peters
Life in a small Kansas town is predictable for Mike until the arrival of Xanadu, a girl who is everything Mike isn't, sp
Ages 14–18
Julián #2
Julián at the Wedding
Jessica Love
A grand wedding is the perfect place for flowers, cake, and mischief. Julián and his new friend Marisol find that any mi
Ages 4–8
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Marvin Redpost #3
Is He a Girl?
Louis Sachar
Marvin is thrown into a world of confusion when a classmate tells him that a simple kiss on the elbow is all it takes to
Ages 6–10
Foul Lady Fortune #1
Foul Lady Fortune
Chloe Gong
For teens exploring their identity while navigating complex loyalties, this high-stakes spy thriller mirrors the feeling
Ages 14–18
I'll Give You the Sun
Jandy Nelson
Jude and Noah are inseparable twins until a tragic fallout leaves them silenced and drifting apart in this luminous stor
Ages 14–18
Riley Reynolds #2
Riley Reynolds Takes Care of Business
Jay Albee
Riley is a fourth-grader who quickly discovers that owning a dog involves a lot more hard work and responsibility than t
Ages 6–9
Lone Star in Jersey
Gina Harris, Anne Key
Two students starting over in a New Jersey school find comfort in a new friendship, but they must decide if they are rea
Ages 13–18
Pet #1
Pet
Akwaeke Emezi
When a creature of horns and color emerges from a painting, Jam must hunt for a monster in a city that insists monsters
Ages 12–18
This Day in June
Gayle E. Pitman
Vibrant illustrations capture the exuberant energy of a Pride parade, inviting everyone to share in a day of community,
Ages 3–8
When Someone You Know is Gay
Susan Cohen, Daniel Cohen
For teens and families navigating the complexities of coming out, this guide offers clarity on the social, historical, a
Ages 12–18
10,000 Dresses
Marcus Ewert
For the child who feels their inner identity doesn't match how others see them, or who finds joy in creative expression
Ages 4–8
When Aidan Became a Brother
Kyle Lukoff
For children processing big family changes or exploring their own identity, this story follows a transgender boy prepari
Ages 4–8
Bill's New Frock
Anne Fine
Bill Simpson wakes up as a girl and has to navigate a day at school in a pink dress. He quickly realizes that people tre
Ages 7–10
Being LGBTQ in America
Growing Up LGBTQ
Duchess Harris, Kristin Marciniak
A supportive guide for teens navigating their LGBTQ+ identity, addressing everything from coming out and school bullying
Ages 12–18
Red Rocket Readers
Grandad's Place
Pam Holden
For teens exploring their identity and the beauty of first love. This series offers a safe space to navigate friendship,
Ages 12–18
Being LGBTQ in America
Being Transgender in America
Duchess Harris, Kristin Marciniak
For middle and high school students seeking a factual understanding of gender identity, civil rights, and the history of
Ages 12–18
The Story Of
The Story of Serena Williams
Shadae B. Mallory
For the teen or young adult exploring their identity and seeking to see their first crushes and relationships reflected
Ages 12–18
Remarkable Lives: A Cultural Portrait
James Baldwin: Groundbreaking Author and Civil Rights Activist
Susan Henneberg
Follow the life of an author who channeled his experiences with racism and his identity as a gay man into powerful liter
Ages 10–14
Point-Counterpoint
LGBTQ+ Discrimination
Rachael Morlock
For the teenager navigating a world of complex social issues, this guide explains the history and ongoing impact of syst
Ages 12–18
Fifteen Hundred Miles from the Sun
Jonny Garza Villa
A secret long-distance romance through a screen suddenly becomes very real, forcing Julian to decide if he is ready for
Ages 14–18
Ivy Aberdeen's Letter to the World
Ashley Herring Blake
After a tornado destroys her home, Ivy searches for her lost notebook of secret drawings while trying to find the courag
Ages 8–12
The Henna Wars
Adiba Jaigirdar
Rival henna businesses spark a high-stakes school competition where Nishat must balance a complicated crush with the fig
Ages 13–18
LGBTQ+ Athletes Claim the Field
Alex Jackson Nelson, Kirstin Cronn-Mills
From World Cup stars to Olympic legends, see how trailblazing athletes and their allies are changing the rules to ensure
Ages 11–15
