Focused on stories with beautiful prose, depth, and explore the intricate realities of the LGBTQ+ experience. Sub-genres could range from historical, contemporary, science fiction, magical realism, and classics (even romance!).
I will continue to update this, so comment if you have more!
created by rose_reader
last updated January, 2026
Hi!! Here to recommend Jeanette Winterson! Haven't read it yet but Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit is her semi-autobiographical coming-of-age story of growing up as a lesbian. Meanwhile The Passion (which I love) has gender-bending and representation of bisexuality. Both books are critically acclaimed so they definitely fit the literary criteria.
Fantastic! Adding to the list (and my TBR!)
hey! definitely recommend you check out biography of x by catherine lacey, and her other works!
Oh yay, I will. Thank you!