Books
For the book lovers, page-turner addicts, and literary rebels, this is your go-to spot for the best queer, lesbian, sapphic, and bisexual reads. From edge-of-your-seat novels to powerful memoirs, we’re all about showcasing the stories that speak to our community. Whether you’re looking for your next obsession or seeking recommendations that hit close to home, dive into our reviews and literary gems to fill your bookshelf with the kinds of stories that truly matter.
Review of Sapphic Romance Book: More Than a Best Friend
We review Emma R. Alban's new book: "More Than a Best Friend" described as the Bridgerton type sapphic romance.… Read Article
Rachel Dawson’s joyously queer debut novel on community sparks hope
Rachel Dawson writes the empowering Welsh, socialist lesbian story against the backdrop of the miner’s strikes and Thatcher’s Section 28, in a celebration … Read Article
Interview with author of Rebel in Venus, Marissa Alma Nick
We chat to author behind new queer novel Rebel in Venus. Here from Marissa Alma Nick on her inspiration for her new release.… Read Article
Top 10 Must-Read Self-Help Books for Personal Growth in 2024
From Reiki to finding your true self, to and understanding trauma and tackling burnout – our favourite self-help books for 2024.… Read Article
Captivating Love Story Continues: A Review of ‘Heartstopper’ Volume 5
Heartstopper Volume 5, yes we have read it. Check out this review of v5 of the 'Heartstopper' series!… Read Article
‘Collapse Feminism’: Your next powerful feminist read
Alice Cappelle's 'Collapse Feminism: The Online Battle for Feminism's Future' is a great way to expand your feminist reading list or to get you … Read Article
Book Review: All The Things She Said by Daisy Jones
All The Things She Said is the book that queer, lesbian and bi women everywhere have been waiting for, and the proof is in … Read Article
13 Books for Queer Women
It might not fill the void of kissing a stranger on a warm June evening, but here are twelve books to help get some … Read Article
A Night to Remember: The ‘Live Laugh Lesbian’ Book Launch
'Live, Laugh, Lesbian' is finally here people, the half memoir, half guide, by everyone's lesbian big sister and lipstick femme-in-chief, Helen Scott… Read Article
Black Lives Matter
Nonchalant want to add our voices to the discussion and be the best advocates we can in support of Black Lives Matter. Here are … Read Article
Interview with Brenna Nation, author of The Shattered Lands
We had the chance to read The Shattered Lands and interview the wonderful author Brenna Nation. If you want to learn more about the … Read Article
A Shoutout to Lesbian Poems and Poets
Discover the rich and diverse world of lesbian poetry. Explore the works of influential lesbian poets, delve into their themes, and celebrate the power … Read Article
Interview with author Beth Lewis
We interviewed author Beth Lewis and were able to get a cheeky pre-read of her newest book Children of the Sun. Read on to … Read Article
Confessions of a Bisexual, Your Ticket To Queer Paradise.
The power of community lies in our capacity to recreate the world in microcosmic form. Charmeé Taylor's world is one in which all queers … Read Article
‘Hijab Butch Blues’, a memoir on being queer and Muslim
We have the perfect book for you to kick off LGBTQ+ History Month- introducing Lamya H.'s debut, Hijab Butch Blues. A powerful new … Read Article
Iconic Queer Poets
April is National Poetry Month in the US so we thought we'd share 8 iconic queer female and non-binary poets you should definitely check out … Read Article
5 Fire Books by Female Writers
This is an amazing opportunity to pick up some brilliant books by some brilliant women; fiction to non-fiction, crime-thriller to romance.… Read Article
Interview: Flo Perry
This month we caught up with the uber-talented author, writer, illustrator and sexpert Flo Perry. Her first book, How to Have Feminist Sex: A … Read Article
Best Queer Books to Read
We thought it about time that we unveiled Nonchalant’s summer 2022 queer reads!. Whether you are into some steamy fiction or a more historical/… Read Article
Writing Advice & Resources to Make You a Literary Legend
Looking to get into writing either as a career or a hobby? Look no further as we have the best writing advice and resources … Read Article
Queer Reads for Summer 2021
We've hand selected some of our favourite queer reads for you to delve into! Sit back and enjoy - hopefully with the sun shining.&… Read Article
Must-reads for Pride Month
Pride parades may be cancelled this year, but that doesn’t mean Pride is! Here's a list of incredible LGBTQ+ books that go hand … Read Article
A New Poetry Anthology with Queer Writers is Here
Looking to get into poetry this summer? Articulations for Keeping the Light In by Barbican Young Poets is the anthology for you. Barbican has … Read Article
