The Trans Rights Readathon, running throughout March 2025, invites participants to read and raise funds for trans-led charities, with a goal to exceed last year's impressive total of $230,000.

Last year's readathon saw participation from 2,669 individuals across 43 countries, showcasing a global commitment to supporting transgender rights through various initiatives, including advocacy and fundraising.

This initiative coincides with the lead-up to Transgender Day of Visibility, emphasizing the critical role of literature in promoting transgender visibility.

Despite ongoing political efforts to restrict LGBTQ+ rights and ban books, there has been a notable surge in the sales of LGBTQ+ literature, reflecting a growing interest in diverse narratives.

Independent booksellers and libraries are championing a wide array of literature written by and about trans individuals, covering genres such as memoirs, history, and fiction.

Key book recommendations include 'Stag Dance' by Torrey Peters and 'Make It Count' by CeCé Telfer, which highlight the rich diversity of trans narratives.

Literary fiction featuring trans characters is also gaining attention, with notable works like 'Paul Takes the Form of a Mortal Girl' by Andrea Lawlor and 'The Thirty Names of Night' by Zeyn Joukhadar.

Additionally, books that celebrate trans joy are being highlighted, including 'Falling Back in Love with Being Human' by Kai Cheng Thom and the anthology 'Gender Euphoria'.

For younger audiences, children's picture books such as 'Sam is My Sister' and 'When Aidan Became a Brother' aim to provide early education about trans identities.