Kindred: 12 Queer #LoveOzYA Stories

Name: Kindred: 12 Queer #LoveOzYA Stories
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9781760651039
Price: 27.99 NZD
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By Michael Earp

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Kindred: 12 Queer #LoveOzYA Stories is a captivating anthology that explores the diverse experiences of queer young adults in Australia. Curated by Michael Earp, this collection features twelve unique stories that delve into themes of identity, love, and self-discovery. Each tale offers a fresh perspective on coming-of-age challenges and the celebration of individuality in the vibrant context of contemporary Australian life.
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You might enjoy this book if you’re interested in exploring diverse voices and perspectives in young adult literature. With a focus on LGBTQ+ themes, the collection provides heartfelt and thought-provoking stories set in Australia, capturing the complexities and richness of queer experiences. Whether you're looking for representation or simply enjoy narratives about identity and belonging, this book offers a vibrant tapestry of relatable and inspiring tales.

Kindred: 12 Queer #LoveOzYA Stories

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Kindred: 12 Queer #LoveOzYA Stories brings together twelve of Australia’s best writers from the LGBTQ+ community in a ground-breaking collection of YA short stories.

What does it mean to be queer? What does it mean to be human? In this powerful #LoveOzYA collection, twelve of Australia’s finest writers from the LGBTQ+ community explore the stories of family, friends, lovers, and strangers – the connections that form us. This inclusive and intersectional #OwnVoices anthology for teen readers features work from writers of diverse genders, sexualities, and identities, including those who identify as First Nations, people of colour, or disabled.

With short stories by bestsellers, award winners, and newcomers to young adult fiction, this collection includes contributions from Jax Jacki Brown, Claire G Coleman, Michael Earp, Alison Evans, Erin Gough, Benjamin Law, Omar Sakr, Christos Tsiolkas, Ellen van Neerven, Marlee Jane Ward, Jen Wilde, and Nevo Zisin.

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Kindred: 12 Queer #LoveOzYA Stories is praised for its balance of hardship and hope in queer narratives, offering a warm and heartfelt collection. The anthology is noted for its role in normalising queer stories, celebrating diversity, and highlighting themes of friendship, found family, and community. It's seen as powerful with beautiful messages, presenting moments that range from funny to poignant, and is highly recommended for readers of all ages.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760651039

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Contributors:

Edited by Michael Earp
Contributions by Michael Earp
Contributions by Benjamin Law
Contributions by Christos Tsiolkas
Contributions by Nevo Zisin
Contributions by Alison Evans
Contributions by Erin Gough
Contributions by Jen Wilde

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 155.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 437g

Pages: 320

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Michael Earp

About the Author

Michael Earp is a bookseller and the editor of Kindred: 12 Queer #LoveOzYA Stories. He has passionately worked with Children’s and YA books for more than 16 years. He has a degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in Children’s Literature. His writing has appeared in The Victorian Writer and Aurealis. He also established the #AusQueerYA tumblr to coincide with the #LoveOzYA campaign, of which he was previously the Committee Chair. www.michaelearp.net

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