This June, we celebrate GLBT Book Month. See our display in the library of books and films that reflect some aspect of the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual,and Transgender experience. GLBT Book Month honors, celebrates, and remembers GLBT individuals, communities, history, culture, and political activism.
Why GLBT Book Month?
“Libraries are about everyone,” says ALA Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Round Table Chair Peter Coyl. “We can create a welcoming environment for all by having a diverse collection of materials of varying viewpoints. It is important for our users to be able to find books that match their lives and their experiences. GLBT Book Month is not just about celebrating authors and writers who are GLBT, but about showcasing to our community that GLBT customers and families are welcomed and wanted in the Library.” GLBT Book Month coincides with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month, which is celebrated each year in the month of June to honor the 1969 Stonewall Inn riots in Manhattan (considered the tipping point for the gay rights movement).
Looking for more books and resources?
Stonewall Book Awards – the longest running GLBT award for literature
Rainbow Books – GLBT books for kids and teens
Over the Rainbow Books – GLBT books for adult readers
Lambda Literary Awards – celebrates excellence in GLBT publishing and supports GLBT emerging writers
Library of Congress – The Library’s numerous collections contain many books, posters, sound recordings, manuscripts and other material produced by, about and for the GLBT community. The contributions of members of the GLBT community are preserved as part of our nation’s history, and include noted artistic works, musical compositions, and contemporary novels. The Library’s American collections range from the iconic poetry of Walt Whitman through the manuscripts of the founder of GLBT activism in Washington, D.C., Frank Kameny.
(Art by Hafuboti)