The LGBTQ+ community has made significant strides in recent years, with more visibility and acceptance than ever before. This is reflected in the growing popularity of LGBTQ+ books, which are now topping bestseller lists and winning major awards.
Here are a few of the best-selling LGBTQ+ books of all time:
Call Me by Your Name by André Aciman:
This novel tells the story of a young man named Elio who falls in love with his father’s summer research assistant, Oliver. It was adapted into a critically acclaimed film in 2017.
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller:
This reimagining of the Greek myth of Achilles and Patroclus is a beautiful and moving love story. It was shortlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction and won the Orange Prize for Fiction.
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz:
This coming-of-age story follows two young men as they learn about themselves and each other. It was a finalist for the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature and won the Pura Belpré Award.
The Miseducation of Cameron Post by Emily M. Danforth:
This novel tells the story of a young woman who is sent to a gay conversion camp after her parents die. It was adapted into a film in 2018 and won the Lambda Literary Award for Lesbian Fiction.
Fun Home by Alison Bechdel:
This graphic memoir tells the story of Bechdel’s coming-of-age as a lesbian and her relationship with her father, who was closeted. It won the Eisner Award for Best Graphic Novel and was adapted into a Broadway musical.
These are just a few of the many great LGBTQ+ books that are available. Whether you’re looking for a love story, a coming-of-age story, or a memoir, there’s an LGBTQ+ book out there for you.
Here are a few more recent best-selling LGBTQ+ books:
She Gets the Girl by Alyson Derrick:
This romance novel follows two young women who fall in love while working on a campaign to elect a woman of color to president.
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston:
This rom-com follows the son of the first female president of the United States as he falls in love with the Prince of Wales.
The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune:
This heartwarming fantasy novel follows a social worker who is sent to investigate an orphanage for magical children.
Heartstopper by Alice Oseman:
This graphic novel series follows the story of two teenage boys who fall in love. It has been praised for its realistic portrayal of LGBTQ+ teenagers.
They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera:
This young adult novel follows two teenage boys who find out that they are going to die on the same day. They decide to spend their last day together, getting to know each other and living life to the fullest.
These are just a few of the many great LGBTQ+ books that have been published in recent years. If you’re looking for a book to read, be sure to check out some of these best-sellers.