Fox & Wit Weekly Book Recommendations: 7 Fantasy books with Queer Normative Lives
Posted by Mary Nguyen on
Fantasy has the power to create worlds beyond the limitations of our own, and what’s more magical than a world where queerness is normalized? If you're looking for fantasy books with queer-normative worlds, where LGBTQ+ characters exist freely without discrimination or coming-out narratives, this list is for you. These books offer breathtaking adventures, lush romances, and intricate magic systems while seamlessly integrating queer identities into their storytelling.
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From high-stakes political intrigue to cozy magical realms, these queer fantasy books prove that LGBTQ+ representation can thrive in every kind of story. Whether you’re in the mood for thrilling quests or heartwarming romances, these books transport you to worlds where queerness is simply part of life—just as it should be. Let’s dive in!
Little Thieves by Margaret Owen
A Memory Called Empire by Arkady Martine
In the Vanisher's Palace by Alette De Bodard
Phoenix Extravagant by Yoon Ha Lee
The Unbroken by C. L. Clark
Yield Under Great Persuasion by Alexandra Rowland
And lastly,
Breeze Spells and Bridegrooms by Sarah Wallace and S. O. Callahan.