I didn’t get a ton of reading done in September: it was mostly graphic novels. I did reread Taiwan Travelogue by Yáng Shuāng-zǐ, translated by Lin King, for my book club, which I highly recommend. It ended up being our most animated discussion yet, because there were a lot of differing opinions.
As for graphic novels, I reread Heartstopper, Volumes 1 & 2 by Alice Oseman… again… Similarly, I picked up Tripping Over You, Volumes 1 & 2 by Suzana Harcum and Owena White, which is a slice-of-life YA M/M graphic novel series I liked.
Finally, I read Legends & Lattes: The Graphic Novel by Travis Baldree, adapted by Samuel Sattin, and illustrated by Shanti Rittgers and Sarah Webb. It comes out on October 6th, and I loved it! The original novel is a favourite of mine, but I like it even better as a graphic novel. It’s the perfect comforting cozy fantasy read, with a sweet F/F romance.
I’m currently reading Beware Her Fury by Mirion Malle, translated by Aleshia Jensen, which is a graphic novel about a queer woman trying to process the rage she has about her sexual assault. It’s not an easy subject to read about, but it’s really well done, and I especially like the queer community Clemence has around her.
As for my October TBR, it’s totally out of control. I’ve maxed out my library holds and have stacks of ARCs and owned books to choose from, too.
I plan to read a ton of queer horror this month. Here are just a few of them I’ll be choosing between:
Plus, I somehow have also convinced myself I’ll be able to squeeze in some non-horror reads, including Queer and How We Got Here: A (Personal) History by Hazel Newlevant, and the whole How Do We Relationship? manga series.
I’m well aware I’m fully delusional. But there’s nothing wrong with having a big reading appetite and lots to choose from! Enough about my October TBR, though: what’s on yours?
