These picks are sure to make the Yuletide Gay
BY DIVA STAFF
It’s that time of year again. The months have flown by and Christmas is around the corner. The problem? You’ve not gone shopping for presents yet! If this is you, or if you’re simply looking to add some tomes to your shelves ahead of the New Year, then check out these recommendations for cosy queer reads.
Heartstopper Volume 5 by Alice Oseman
There’s no better book to start with than the highly anticipated fifth volume of Alice Oseman’s hugely popular graphic novel series turned Netflix show. Not only is it full of diverse LGBTQIA characters and queer love, it was published today. Happy Heartstopper Day everyone!
This time around Nick and Charlie have finally told each other “I love you” and Charlie has almost persuaded his Mum to let him have a sleepover at his boyfriend’s house. Their MLM love story is in full swing. But with Nick going off to university next year, is everything about to change?
This penultimate instalment in the series is cosy while still hitting readers in the feels. It is the penultimate book in the series. We’re so not ready to say goodbye to these characters in the sixth and final volume.
Oh Miriam! Stories from an Extraordinary Life by Miriam Margolyes
Everyone needs more of the hilarious lesbian icon Miriam Margolyes in their lives. In this rollercoaster ride of a book the straight-talking Miriam looks back on the moments in her life that have made people sigh “Oh Miriam!” (and there’s certainly no shortage).
This read will give you warm fuzzy feelings while also making you blush and providing ab-building laughter.
Make You Mine This Christmas by Lizzie Huxley-Jones
Penned by queer autistic author and editor, Lizzie Huxley-Jones, this Christmas romcom is a must-read for sapphics who love holiday romances.
Love the fake dating trope? Well, you’re going to be head over heels for this one. Readers follow Haf who, after a hellish year, is looking to have a good time at a Christmas party. When she meets Christopher, a series of comedic events result in rumours circulating that they are madly in love and will be spending the holidays with his family. To save her new friend from being humiliated over Christmas (and because she has no plans of her own) Haf agrees to embark on a fake dating ruse. It all seems fine, that is until she meets Christopher’s sister, Kit.
Mangos And Mistletoe by Adriana Herrera
Are you looking for the cosiest and most comforting of reads? Well look no further than this novella that is like a hot seasonal beverage in book form.
This story features a cooking competition that brings together our love interests. It’s fun, mouth-watering and perfect for fans of the grumpy/sunshine romance trope.
The Book Of Non-Binary Joy by Ben Pechey
Every LGBTQIA book lover should have some trans and non-binary joy on their shelves. If this is missing from your or a loved one’s shelf then, as the title suggests, this book is a must-buy.
Within these pages Ben Pechey encourages readers to help them be and embrace their authentic selves, and in turn, unlock more joy in their lives. Is there any better gift to give this season than self-love? I don’t think so. So go get your copy!
Read Between The Lines by Rachel Lacey
The plot of this novel spans multiple holidays as we follow Rosie, the owner of an independent bookstore, and Jane – who works for a property development business by day, but by night is a steamy romance novelist under her pseudonym, Brie – who happens to be the woman tasked with terminating Rosie’s store.
This sexy and cosy book is a page-turner full of heart. It’s the perfect reading experience for fans of the enemies-to-lovers trope.
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