A Backpack Full of LGBTQ-Inclusive Middle Grade Summer Camp Novels
Summer is here, so delight the tweens in your life with some of these LGBTQ-inclusive middle grade novels that feature summer camps and a diverse assortment of campers!
Books for Kids
7 Kids’ Books About LGBTQ Americans for July 4th
For July 4th, I’m highlighting seven children’s books about LGBTQ Americans who advanced civil rights, fought for our country’s unity, and evocatively conveyed the strengths, flaws, and diversity of our country in words and music.
Celebrate LGBTQ Americans With 10 New Books for Kids
Pride Month is nearing its end, and July 4 is approaching, so my thoughts are turning to all that has made our country great–including queer people. These new books for kids offer insights into LGBTQ history and famous LGBTQ Americans who have made their marks in dance, sports, fashion, activism, music, and literature.
6 New Queer-Inclusive Picture Books for Father’s Day (or Fathers’ Day)
Happy Father’s Day or Fathers’ Day to all the queer dads, father figures, and anyone else who claims this day as their own. Celebrate with these picture books from 2026, five of which feature queer dads and one that doesn’t, exactly, but may still have a strong appeal for some queer dad families.
3 New LGBTQ-Inclusive Middle Grade Novels of Adventure and Community
This week’s new LGBTQ-inclusive middle grade novels include one where the cover and publisher’s blurb make it obvious that there’s queer inclusion, and two where they don’t. That’s why I’m here—because these are all books you won’t want to miss.
3 New Middle Grade Books With Queer Protagonists (and Crushes)
Three new middle grade books (including two graphic novels) feature queer protagonists and crushes while giving us thoughtful and compelling stories of families and friendships. Share them for Pride or any time of year!
7 New Picture Books Celebrate Children of Many Gender Identities and Expressions
These affirming new picture books celebrate children of many gender identities and expressions. Please read my reviews, then contact your senators and ask them to vote “No” on H.R.2616, which just passed the U.S. House and would ban these books and others from schools across the country.
2 New LGBTQ-Inclusive Picture Books Star Kids Making Change
In two new picture books, acclaimed authors bring us stories of a child with a same-gender crush speaking up at school to address exclusion, and of one with two moms who rallies her community in the face of bias.
8 New LGBTQ-Inclusive Kids’ Books Explore a Range of Themes
These eight LGBTQ-inclusive kids’ books are new this week, many from authors you may already know and love! They include seven picture books and one middle grade title, exploring themes like self, family, community, biography, sports, gender identity and expression, and coming of age.
Mombian Database of LGBTQ Family Books Hits Milestone of 2,000+ Entries
I’m thrilled to announce that the Mombian Database of LGBTQ Family Books now has 2,000+ entries, with LGBTQ-inclusive books for kids 0 to 12, LGBTQ parenting books, and some kids’ music and other resources. Search, filter, and read my in-depth reviews! Here’s more about the database, plus my thoughts on how censorship is impacting these titles.