The Best LGBTQ+ Books Written by People of Color

"The Gay Metropolis: The Landmark History of Gay Life in America" by Charles Kaiser - This nonfiction book, published in 1997, is a comprehensive history of LGBTQ+ life in the United States. It covers the major events and cultural shifts that have shaped the LGBTQ+ community and highlights the contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals of color.
"The Color Purple" by Alice Walker - This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, published in 1982, tells the story of Celie, a black woman in the rural South, and her relationships with other women. The book deals with themes of sisterhood, female empowerment, and the complexities of love and desire.
"Giovanni's Room" by James Baldwin - This novel, published in 1956, tells the story of a young American man living in Paris and his tumultuous relationships with other men. The book was groundbreaking in its frank portrayal of same-sex desire and relationships, and the author was an important figure in the civil rights movement.
"Fun Home" by Alison Bechdel - This graphic novel, published in 2006, is a memoir of the author's relationship with her father and their shared love of literature. The book deals with themes of identity, family, and the complexities of love and desire. It was adapted into a successful Broadway musical in 2015.
"Redefining Realness" by Janet Mock - This memoir, published in 2014, tells the story of Janet Mock's journey from her childhood as a poor, trans, Hawaiian girl to her successful career as a writer and advocate for transgender rights. The book explores themes of identity, resilience, and the power of self-acceptance.
"The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon - This young adult novel, published in 2016, tells the story of Natasha, a young Jamaican immigrant, and Daniel, a Korean American, as they fall in love over the course of a single day in New York City. The book deals with themes of identity, family, and the power of love.
"The Water Princess" by Susan Verde - This children's picture book, published in 2015, tells the story of Gie Gie, a young girl living in a small village in Africa who dreams of finding a way to bring clean water to her community. The book features illustrations by Georgie Badiel, a model and activist who has worked to bring clean water to her own village in Burkina Faso.

These are just a few examples of LGBTQ+ books written by people of color. By sharing their stories and experiences, these authors have helped to bring greater diversity and representation to the literary world and to raise awareness of the challenges and triumphs of LGBTQ+ individuals of color.

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The Best LGBTQ+ Books Written by People of Color

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