Hi Reader, We hit 100 subscribers! I can't thank you all enough for being here - it means the world that we've hit so many milestones in just 5 months. A few of you suggested setting up a Discord, and since this is all about building community I thought it was a great way to celebrate. You can join the fun here! And, of course, I had to organise a giveaway to celebrate! For our UK & EU readers, you can win a little bundle of queer reading goodies inspired by our first few editions. (Sorry US...
19 days ago • 10 min read
Hi Reader, It's officially spooky season! And that means it's finally time for me to tackle all the queer horrors I've been saving... More on some of my hopefuls in the notes at the end. But, October is also Black History Month in the UK - a time to celebrate Black history, culture and voices. So, this month I wanted to spotlight six queer books by Black authors, spanning different genres, experiences and perspectives. Whether you're looking for historical fiction, a fantasy or something...
about 1 month ago • 8 min read
Hi Reader, Can you believe we're just 8 subscribers away from 100 subscribers!? Thank you to each and every one of you for being a part of our journey, whether you've been here from the start or recently joined us. In today's newsletter, we talk to author Caspian Faye, ask for your help in shaping one of our next chapters and feature 15 more upcoming or recent queer releases. Amy | Prose Amongst Thorns Conversations Between the Margins with Caspian Faye Caspian Faye (he/they) is an author,...
about 2 months ago • 7 min read
Hi Reader, Anyone else find the summer flew by in the blink of an eye? We're kicking off September with some back-to-school vibes. We have 6 books set in or around a school or college, a feature review of a dark academia novel I guarantee you'll love and 15 incredible queer books releasing in September. I want to say a big thank you to those of you who filled out our market research form on a queer book box. You guys have really challenged some of my assumptions and I'm hard at work figuring...
2 months ago • 7 min read
Hi Reader, I hope everyone's been enjoying the summer, whether you've been jetting off on holiday or hiding from the UK sun! I spent a few days in Spain and worked my way through a small pile of books, including some wonderful queer reads. In today's newsletter, we talk to author Ashleigh Martin, ask for your help in shaping one of our next chapters and feature 15 more upcoming or recent queer releases. Amy | Prose Amongst Thorns Conversations Between the Margins with Ashleigh Martin Ashleigh...
3 months ago • 5 min read
Hi Reader, Welcome back! It's warming up, school is out and it's well and truly holiday season. So, whether you're planning on lazing by the pool, soaking up the sun or just unplugging, we're bringing you 6 books with the perfect summer vibes. Plus we have a full review of Books, Iced Coffee and a Side of Dragons and 15 incredible queer books releasing in August. Whether you're looking for a cozy fantasy, want to dive into a horror or queer detective novel, there's plenty of upcoming releases...
3 months ago • 6 min read
Hi Reader, After just one month, we've been lucky enough to sit down for our first author interview! If you've been watching the World Cup and wishing it was gayer, or looking for a new queer sports series to sink your teeth into, then you're in luck. In today's newsletter, we talk to author S. Reed, shine a spotlight on one of my favourite Bookstagrammers and feature 15 more upcoming or recent queer releases. Amy | Prose Amongst Thorns Conversations Between the Margins with S Reed From...
4 months ago • 9 min read
Hi Reader, Welcome back! Our queer book recommendations don't stop after Pride, we're here to keep your queer shelves growing throughout the year. Hopefully last month brought you some particularly fantastic queer books - I'd love to hear about any standouts for you! There were some absolutely incredible books released last month, but I have to shout out The Unmagical Life of Briar Jones which is an incredibly strong contender for book of the year for me. Near impossible to put down. If...
4 months ago • 6 min read
Hi Reader, Welcome to our first Community Newsletter! I thought I'd be lucky to have 5 readers in the first month... we officially hit 50 subscribers and already have over 150 followers on our socials. Thank you to each and every one of you - it means the world! Today's newsletter is all about community (duh). We're celebrating The Lavender Library, a gorgeous indie online bookstore, and sending 15 more upcoming (or very recent) releases your way! I hope your wallet survives, as mine has not!...
5 months ago • 6 min read