You’ll notice a few much beloved and well-know books on the list, but for the most part I’ve chosen to highlight under-the-radar indie press books that deserve more attention.īooks are sorted into vague genre/thematic categories. I’ve read all of these books, and while I love 95% of them, I’ve also included a few that weren’t for me but that I think are awesome anyway and that you might adore. Newsflash: trans people can write about whatever and whoever they want! Note that some of the books I’ve included by trans authors are not about trans characters. It is an expansive list featuring authors of all genders from many countries and backgrounds. This list includes books by trans, nonbinary, and genderqueer authors books featuring trans characters and books about trans history and politics. You’ll find a bit more about it at the end of this newsletter, along with some other ways to support the readathon with your dollars and your voice. I’ve also compiled a massive list of trans organizations you can donate to.

I’m celebrating trans books all week, and I hope you’ll join me! My gift to you is this list of 100 trans books I love-you can start reading today, and let these books carry you through the rest of the year. I cannot imagine my life without trans people, and I cannot imagine being a reader without trans lit.

It may not be enough, but it is something. But it is going to funnel thousands of dollars to trans people in need of healthcare and housing, and organizations working to protect trans rights. This readathon isn’t going to stop lawmakers from creating legislation that is designed to literally kill people. Greetings, book people! I had a regular newsletter all set to go for today, but I’m putting it on hold because this week is the Trans Rights Readathon ! The readathon is a decentralized fundraising effort dreamed up by author Sim Kern-you can read all about it here, and no, it’s not too late to join! From March 20th to 27th, people all over the country (and the world!) are reading trans books and raising money for trans organizations and mutual aid funds.

The Craft of Love by E.E. Ottoman