Affirmations Book Club

Sam, a nonbinary teen, challenges history teacher's narrow views by proposing a statue of queer photographer Alice Austen. A celebration of queer history and identity.

Six kids with strange abilities must escape a government facility and outsmart a mysterious Collector in this middle grade graphic novel.

YA thriller where nonbinary teen birder investigates murder with neighbor and crush, facing fears and uncovering a conspiracy. #MurderMostFowl

Escape from daily anxieties with street fashion in this heartfelt manga about transgender teen Ryo. Winner of the 77th Tetsuya Chiba Prize.

2024 ALA Notable Children's Book about a boy with OCD finding solace in a role-playing game but facing challenges from his therapist and mother.

Heartwarming graphic novel follows two nonbinary kids navigating anxiety and identity at summer orchestra camp. Will they overcome their fears and become stars?

A quirky debut about two young witches, Delpha and Katy, who must overcome their rivalry to stop a deadly hex from unleashing chaos in Howler's Hollow.

Latinx trans boy summons a ghost to prove his gender to his family. Ghost, Julian, refuses to leave and they must work together to uncover secrets.

2021 Goodreads Choice Award Finalist & other accolades! Annie & Bebe navigate high school, friendship, and budding romance in this sweet, queer teen story.

A non-binary kid's quest to meet their hero takes a wild turn in this zany, heartfelt middle grade story about friendship and self-acceptance.

YA novel about transgender teen Felix navigating identity, love, and self-discovery after facing transphobia. A Stonewall Honor Book.

Winner of the 2020 ALA Alex Award and Stonewall Israel Fishman Non-fiction Honor. Gender Queer is a cathartic autobiography on self-identity.

2020 ALA Alex Award Winner & Stonewall - Israel Fishman Non-fiction Award Honor Book. Maia Kobabe's Gender Queer is a powerful autobiography exploring gender identity.

A new book by the bestselling author of MELISSA featuring a non-binary kid named Green navigating crushes, friendships, and self-discovery in a modern twist on The Wizard of Oz.

Growing Up Trans shares stories, art, and poetry by trans youth, providing insight into the challenges and experiences of being young and transgender today.

A heartfelt story of coming out and finding love and acceptance in the face of adversity. Fans of Adam Silvera and Becky Albertalli will love it.

Max, a trans high schooler, learns he's descended from Magical Girls and must save the world. With friends and a sassy sidekick, can he embrace his destiny?

"Love, demons, and witchcraft collide in a magical tale of self-discovery. Nova helps werewolf Tam battle dark forces in this enchanting story. Award finalist, ALA Top Ten."

Join Safia on her first adventure with her mysterious aunt, Lady Whimsy, in this contemporary fantasy graphic novel. With action, magic, and friendship, Safia learns she is capable of anything.

A heartwarming story of bravery and self-acceptance as Caspar "Caz" Cadman reveals his true self while playing baseball in a new city.

Nimona, a bestselling graphic novel by ND Stevenson, is now a Netflix animated film! Follow Nimona and Lord Blackheart on a mission to expose society's false heroes.

Award-winning novel about a girl, Jam, who meets a creature named Pet and must confront hidden truths in a world where monsters are denied.

2021 In The Margins Award winner Beyond the Gender Binary by Alok Vaid-Menon challenges the world to see gender in full color, with praise from Sam Smith, Billy Porter, Princess Nokia, and glowing reviews.

Queer Ducks is a teen-friendly, well-researched YA book exploring diverse sexual behavior in animals. Includes comics and interviews with researchers.