Emily Yates
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Homebody
The portrayal of gender identity as a journey with no set destination is affirming and reassuring, and this hopeful tone will appeal to teens. Recommended for purchase.
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Rainbow! Vol. 1
An endearing graphic novel that will appeal to readers who enjoyed Moonstruck, Lumberjanes, and Heartstopper.
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Escape From St. Hell
Hancox’s relatable portrayal of anxiety is ultimately encouraging, and while the graphic novel is a continuation of his previous work, this book stands alone as a recommended purchase for any library serving teens.
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Becoming a Queen
An inspiring story about a teen developing the confidence to push back against the rigid expectations surrounding gender expression.
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Ander & Santi Were Here
A hopeful queer love story that is grounded by the complexities of the protagonists’ struggle to stay together. Recommended for purchase.
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Out of Character
A sweet but slow moving queer romance that celebrates fandoms and explores the complications of balancing online and offline relationships.
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Acting the Part
Despite much-needed nonbinary and asexual representation, clumsy, distracting metaphors and a predictable plot twist make this a secondary purchase.
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I Am the Ghost in Your House
A thought-provoking and inventive book that will appeal to teens looking for contemplative coming-of-age stories.
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Going Viral: A Socially Distant Love Story
This book provides a relatable look at the early stages of the pandemic, but underdeveloped relationships lessen readers’ investment in the characters and make the conclusion feel slightly didactic.
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