Lambda Literary

Rest in Power Bambi Lake. "Lake was a beloved performer in San Francisco's queer underground scene. Her performing days went back a half century, when she was part of the legendary Cockettes. She had worn many diverse hats during her colorful life. Lake had been a street hustler, a porn actor and a solo cabaret artist."

Excited to share these writers who are joining our LGBTQ Writers in Schools program this year. A big #queer round of applause for Adib Khorram, Camryn Garrett, Colleen AF Venable, Leah Johnson, Yanyi, and Sarah Prager!

Happy Asexual Awareness Week! We're catching up with aro/ace authors on how they define their identity. Because "the best way to understand an individual’s specific ace or ace-spectrum identity is to ask or pick up a book!"... Read more here: https://bit.ly/3lTimC6

Introducing. "Queery: A Workshop on Finding an Agent" for Your LGBTQ Book, two interactive sessions, October 27th and 28th, to help writers find an agent and learn how to navigate the publishing process. https://www.lambdaliterary.org/2020/09/lgbtq-agent/

Only 9 spots left to join our nationwide LGBTQ Writers in Schools program!

Velvetpark Residency is a project based, work-studio, awarded to an LGBTQ+ writer to complete a proposed project. Deadline to apply: November 15. https://www.lambdaliterary.org/2020/10/velvetpark-residency/

Looking for your next favorite YA read? We got you covered: https://www.lambdaliterary.org/2020/10/queer-ya/

This week, beloved DJ Patrick Cowley would have turned 69. Read our review of his recently released journal, which is a testament to 1970s gay sexual liberation. More here: https://bit.ly/3jpvvQY

Join us at the end of October when we discuss the memoir 'Eating Fire' in our next book club. More here: https://www.lambdaliterary.org/lambda-literary-book-club/

Bringing #queer authors and #books into your classrooms increases the positive perception of the #LGBTQ+ community and provides an affirming environment for your queer students. Sign up for more info and receive our free guide 8 Great LGBTQ+ Books with Amazing Discussion Guides: https://www.lambdaliterary.org//lgbtq-writers-in-schools-/

Many students don't know or understand the #bias and oppression committed against the #LGBTQIA+ community, currently or historically. We offer queer SEL programming for K-12 schools. Find out more here and receive a free guide 8 Great LGBTQ+ Books with Amazing Discussion guides when you sign up: https://www.lambdaliterary.org/lgbtq-writers-in-schools/ #LGBTQhistory #queerhistory #Inclusivecurriculum #BLM