A Megalist of New LGBTQ+ Books

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Goodreads has compiled an extensive list of 135 LGBTQ+ fiction, nonfiction, and YA books just in time for Pride month. These books were released from January to early June, allowing you to catch up on any titles you might have missed in the first half of the year. Some notable mentions include “The Emperor of Gladness” by Ocean Vuong, “Stag Dance” by Torrey Peters, “Atmosphere” by Taylor Jenkins Reid, “When the Harvest Comes” by Denne Michele Norris, and “Good Girl” by Aria Aber. Check out the complete list on Goodreads.

A New Spelling Bee Champion has been crowned in Faizan Zaki, the winner of this year’s Scripps National Spelling Bee. The 13-year-old from Allen, Texas not only received a trophy but also achieved a sense of validation. Despite a minor mistake in the lightning round, Zaki’s victory was undoubtedly sweet. The competition seemed lively and entertaining, and if you missed watching the spelling bee and want to catch up, you can find all the live updates from the event here.

If you’re a Hamilton fan, you’ll be thrilled to know that the original Broadway cast of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s hit musical will reunite for the 78th annual Tony Awards. After a decade since its debut, what better occasion to celebrate than at Broadway’s prestigious awards ceremony? The performance promises to be electrifying, with Miranda, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Daveed Diggs, Phillipa Soo, Leslie Odom Jr., and other cast members coming together. The historical significance of the play and its themes of America’s past are sure to captivate the audience.

For those interested in supporting local libraries facing challenges, Kelly Jensen shares insights on creating a voters’ guide for public library board elections. She discusses her experience in Illinois and offers guidance on navigating contested elections. Check out the guide for more information.

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