Celebrate Pride Month with New LGBTQ YA Novels: Love, Magic, and Heartwarming Tales Await
June 12, 2025
Among the new Young Adult book releases for June 11, 2025, a mix of hardcover and paperback titles are featured.
Notable new YA series include 'City of Magic and Monsters' by Estelle Laure and 'Finding Prince Charming' by Jamar J. Perry.
'Finding Prince Charming' follows Tyriq Howell, who finds himself in a fake dating scenario with Desmond, a secret prince, while navigating love after a breakup.
Heather M. Herrman's 'Lady or the Tiger' is set in 1886 and follows Belle, who confesses to murder while dealing with her abusive husband waiting for her in jail.
June marks Pride Month, a time to celebrate queer literature, with new LGBTQ young adult novels that highlight love and heartwarming stories.
In honor of this celebration, the article emphasizes the importance of reading queer literature not just in June, but year-round.
Erica Ridley's 'The Protégé' features Angélique, an aspiring gown designer in Paris, who must balance her dreams with caring for her younger sister after becoming orphaned.
'Nobody in Particular' by Sophie Gonzales features a sapphic romance at an all-girls boarding school, revolving around Princess Rosemary and her complicated relationship with a new student, Danni.
The article also recommends several standout titles from queer authors, encouraging readers to explore these new releases.
'Always Be My Bibi' by Priyanka Taslim tells the story of Bibi Hossain, who navigates her father's dating rules while dealing with her sister's impending marriage.
C.B. Lee's 'Coffeeshop in an Alternate Universe' tells the story of Brenda, who develops feelings for Kat while facing a scholarship deadline, leading to a unique romance across different universes.
'Amelia, If Only' by Becky Albertalli centers on Amelia Applebaum, a superfan of a bisexual YouTuber, who embarks on a road trip with her best friend and unexpectedly finds love.
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New YA Book Releases for June 11, 2025
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New YA Books to Celebrate Pride This June