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A sweeping, celebratory mosaic of hidden histories that reclaims the past for queer youth. These 12 books are the closest matches in mood, pace and themes, with what each one shares with All out.

  • hopeful
  • atmospheric
  • triumphant
  • nostalgic
  1. 01

    This Book is Gay

    James Dawson

    A witty, warm, and radically candid handbook for navigating the messy, joyful realities of queer identity.

    Feels:
    • welcoming
    • upbeat
    • affirming
  2. 02

    Dreadnought

    April Daniels

    A high-flying superhero origin story that doubles as a fierce, emotionally raw journey of claiming your true self.

    Shares:
    • hopeful
    • earnest
    • defiant
  3. 03

    Beyond Magenta

    Susan Kuklin

    An intimate, unfiltered window into the lived realities of transgender youth, told in their own words.

    Shares:
    • hopeful
    • earnest
  4. 04

    The art of starving

    Sam J. Miller

    A visceral, surreal exploration of trauma and control where a bullied teen's destructive hunger blurs the line between delusion and supernatural power.

    Shares:
    • defiant
  5. 05

    Luna

    Julie Anne Peters

    A poignant, secretive exploration of sibling bonds and the tense, beautiful journey of a transgender teen preparing to show her true self to the world.

    Shares:
    • hopeful
    • earnest
    • tender
  6. 06

    Flamer

    Mike Curato

    A raw, beautifully illustrated journey through the agonizing, transformative fires of a summer camp crush and queer self-discovery.

    Shares:
    • nostalgic
    • earnest
    • tender
  7. 07

    Geography Club

    Brent Hartinger · 2003

    A funny, heartfelt exploration of the secret lives of queer teenagers navigating the treacherous social terrain of high school.

    Shares:
    • hopeful
    • earnest
  8. 08

    Openly straight

    Bill Konigsberg

    A funny, heartfelt exploration of what happens when the desire to shed labels accidentally means shedding your true self.

    Shares:
    • hopeful
    • earnest
  9. 09

    Cemetery Boys

    Aiden Thomas

    A vibrant, spooky-cozy celebration of queer joy, first love, and finding your place within the traditions that shaped you.

    Shares:
    • earnest
    • defiant
    • tender
  10. 10

    Tell Me Again How a Crush Should Feel

    Sara Farizan

    A warm, witty exploration of the sheer panic and ultimate joy of a high school queer awakening.

    Shares:
    • hopeful
    • earnest
  11. 11

    Juliet takes a breath

    Gabby Rivera

    A messy, vibrant, and deeply earnest summer of self-discovery, queer joy, and learning that your heroes are only human.

    Shares:
    • hopeful
    • earnest
    • tender
  12. 12

    The gravity of us

    Phil Stamper

    A swoony, high-stakes queer romance about finding your anchor when the whole world is watching.

    Shares:
    • hopeful
    • earnest
    • tender

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