All out: The No-Longer-Secret Stories of Queer Teens Throughout the

Seventeen young adult authors across the queer spectrum have created a collection of diverse historical fiction for teens, featuring stories set in different cultures, time periods, and identities. The collection offers positive, nuanced, and authentic queer representation and is praised by Kirkus Reviews.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 04 August 2022
Publisher: Harlequin (UK)

Discover captivating stories where LGBTQ+ teens thrive, love, and shape the world around them. Seventeen talented young adult authors from diverse queer perspectives have collaborated to craft a remarkable collection of diverse historical fiction specifically tailored for teens. This captivating anthology takes readers on a journey through time and genres, unveiling a tapestry of stories that celebrate the lives, loves, and contributions of LGBTQ+ teens.

From a reimagining of Little Red Riding Hood set amidst the tumultuous 1870s in war-torn Mexico, featuring a transgender soldier as the protagonist, to two young girls finding solace and love in each other's arms while grappling with the loss of iconic musician Kurt Cobain, to the forbidden romance unfolding within the walls of a sixteenth-century Spanish convent, and the journey of an asexual girl discovering her identity amidst the vibrant 1970s roller-disco scene, All Out presents a diverse range of stories that span across cultures, time periods, and identities. These narratives shed light on a historically overlooked and often forgotten aspect of history, offering positive, nuanced, and authentic representations of LGBTQ+ experiences.

Kirkus Reviews, a renowned publication, has praised this exceptional collection, stating, "Readers seeking positive, nuanced, and authentic queer representation—or simply a darn good selection of stories—need look no further than this superb collection." The anthology has received a coveted starred review, acknowledging its exceptional quality and value.

Featuring original works by acclaimed authors such as Malinda Lo, Robin Talley, Kody Keplinger, Elliot Wake, Anna-Marie McLemore, Shaun David Hutchinson, Dahlia Adler, Tess Sharpe, Kate Scelsa, Natalie C. Parker, Sara Farizan, Nilah Magruder, Tessa Gratton, Tehlor Kay Mejia, Alex Sanchez, and Scott Tracey, All Out offers a rich tapestry of stories that will resonate with readers of all ages and backgrounds.

In addition to the standalone anthology, readers can explore a series of companion anthologies that delve into the past, present, and future of LGBTQ+ teens. Out Now: Queer We Go Again! showcases a diverse range of stories set in different eras, while Out There: Into the Queer New Yonder (coming soon!) promises to transport readers to a queer-centric world filled with adventure and discovery.

So, embark on this captivating journey through time and genres, and discover the extraordinary stories of LGBTQ+ teens who have left their mark on history and continue to inspire us today. All Out: The No-Longer-Secret Stories of Queer Teens throughout the Ages is a testament to the power of storytelling and the resilience of LGBTQ+ youth.

Weight: 276g
Dimension: 135 x 203 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781335146816
Edition number: First Time Trade ed.