At a glance info:
🌈 Read modern novels by LGBTQ+ authors or about LGBTQ+ characters
🌈 A low-stress, affirming, social, and welcoming environment
🌈 Taught by real authors!
2025 Book List:
January – Spin With Me by Ami Polonsky
February – Don’t Let the Forest In by CG Drews
March – Magical Boy Vol 1. By The Kao (Graphic Novel)
April – The Haunting Between Us by Paul Michael Winters
May – Witchlore by Emma Hinds
June – Stay Gold by Tobly McSmith
July – The First to Die at the End by Adam Silvera
August – Celestial Monsters by Aidan Thomas
September – This Place Kills Me by Mariko Tamaki (author) and Nicole Goux (illustrator) (Graphic Novel)
October – A Feast for the Eyes by Alex Crespo
November – Moth Dark by Kika Hatzopoulou
December – Icarus by K Ancrum(All books are available in UK/AU, and on audiobook for accessibility!)
Rainbow Book & Social Club
$23 per session
Join author Saundra Mitchell for a social, affirming space where learners read and discuss a new LGBTQIA+ book each month!
As a professional author, I love talking about books with students-- and I especially love urging them to dig deep and think about books beyond a simple "I liked it" or "I didn't like it". This class seeks to engage students in meaningful discussion about books while also touching on literary devices like symbolism, foreshadowing, tone, and voice. This class is open to all, and is a kind, supportive place to read and discuss LGBTQIA+ titles, authors, and stories.
Students may join the class at any point during the month-- the teacher will send new students a message to let them know where to read up to! That said, if students are a little behind on the reading, don't sweat it-- there will be no shaming, we promise!
While reading ahead isn't "against the rules", please encourage your student not to get too far ahead, lest they risk accidentally revealing spoilers to the other readers.
Please note that students must independently purchase or borrow the month's selected book-- copies are not provided, and are not available for free download anywhere online. These books can be purchased anywhere books are sold.
Are you a charter, microschool, or co-op interested in private small group classes? Send me an message to discuss creating a private session for your learners!