Not-So-Straight On Till Morning: A Queer Book Club for Teens
Event description
Second Mondays of the Month at 6:30pm join us for our teen queer book club! A safe and welcoming space. If you attend these meetings, we ask that you please be respectful of others. Ages 13 to 17.
FEBRUARY 12th:
A Dark and Hollow Star by Ashley Shuttleworth https://secondstartotherightbooks.com/book/9781534453685
“The Cruel Prince meets City of Bones in this thrilling urban fantasy set in the magical underworld of Toronto that follows a queer cast of characters racing to stop a serial killer whose crimes could expose the hidden world of faeries to humans.”- BN.com
Great for fans of Percy Jackson, DND players, and those who enjoy multi POV books.
Trigger Warnings: child death and suicide (past and off page)
MARCH 11th:
The Dead and the Dark by Courtney Gould https://secondstartotherightbooks.com/book/9781250861092
“Something is wrong in Snakebite, Oregon. Teenagers are disappearing, some turning up dead, the weather isn’t normal, and all fingers seem to point to TV’s most popular ghost hunters who have just returned to town. Logan Ortiz-Woodley, daughter of TV's ParaSpectors, has never been to Snakebite before, but the moment she and her dads arrive, she starts to get the feeling that there's more secrets buried here than they originally let on.” -Goodreads.com.
Trigger Warnings: Homophobia, physical assault, and child death.
APRIL 8th:
The Bone Spindle with special guest author Leslie Vedder https://secondstartotherightbooks.com/book/9780593325841
"Cursed princes are nothing but ancient history to Fi--until she pricks her finger on a bone spindle while exploring a long-lost ruin. Now she's stuck with the spirit of Briar Rose until she and Shane can break the century-old curse on his kingdom. Dark magic, Witch Hunters, and bad exes all stand in her way--not to mention a mysterious witch who might wind up stealing Shane's heart, along with whatever else she's after. But nothing scares Fi more than the possibility of falling in love with Briar Rose. Set in a lush world inspired by beloved fairytales, The Bone Spindle is a fast-paced young adult fantasy full of adventure, romance, found family, and snark."- Goodreads.com
Trigger Warnings: Abusive relationship, animal injury, death of a friend
MAY 13:
Ace of Spades by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé https://secondstartotherightbooks.com/book/9781250800800
“Welcome to Niveus Private Academy, where money paves the hallways, and the students are never less than perfect. Until now. Because anonymous texter, Aces, is bringing two students' dark secrets to light. Talented musician Devon buries himself in rehearsals, but he can't escape the spotlight when his private photos go public. Head girl Chiamaka isn't afraid to get what she wants, but soon everyone will know the price she has paid for power. Someone is out to get them both. Someone who holds all the aces. And they're planning much more than a high-school game…” -Goodreads.com
Trigger Warnings: Racism, white supremacy, implied sexual assault, suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, emotional abuse, homophobia