Happy weekend!
Saturdays are when we curate all the sapphic book news and queer happenings of the week into one convenient location. Think of it as your personal reading directory! After all, we know the weekend is when so many of us are able to unwind for a minute and want to get lost in a good woman loving woman book. What could be better?
In today’s post, you’ll find cheerful LGBTQ+ news stories to combat all the negative ones bombarding our screens.
Sapphic reader Anne shares a Caturday photo of a beautiful black cat!
One of the things we love about the weekly lesfic author selfie is getting to know the personality behind the words. Check out the picture of Rachel Lacey with the book Cover Story.
Finally, scroll to the bottom of the post to see photos of TB & Miranda’s visit to a zoo for holiday lights!
Before we get to today’s post, it’s time to reveal the identity of this week’s Guess the Author!
Every week we provide five clues about a sapphic author. On Saturday, we reveal the author’s identity.
Before we unveil this week’s author, here are all 5 clues in case you missed them:
1. I have always loved playing sports, but I wish I had learned to play an instrument.
2. I’ve been told my best feature is my smile.
3. If you want to win me over, all you have to do is give me a domesticated raccoon.
4. The first book I published in 2021 was the first time I ever wrote anything outside of college papers.
5. My latest book is my first real slow burn with some magical twists.
Now it’s time to reveal their name. Drum roll please…
This week’s author is Abigail Taylor!
Check out The Gift of Us, Abigail Taylor’s new release!
In a snowstorm of memories and a wish for lost love, Rowen discovers that true happiness is found in the present.
Rowen, a dedicated teacher feeling disillusioned with her career and life, believes that finding her first love, Quinn, will restore her happiness. Caught in a haze of nostalgia and longing, she yearns for a life she idealizes but can’t quite reach. As the holiday season approaches, Rowen’s old college friend Blair, now a teacher herself, convinces her to make a wish on a Love Charm and see what fate has in store for her.
When a snowstorm leaves them stranded together, Rowen is forced to confront the reality she’s been avoiding, and her carefully maintained facade starts to crack. Her dreams from the past unfold, creating a different picture than she remembered. As Rowen tries to rationalize her feelings, Blair, with her pragmatic approach, gently nudges Rowen toward a profound realization—that happiness isn’t found in the past but when you live in the present. Sometimes, wishes do come true, but not always in the way we anticipate.
Abigail Taylor’s bio:
Abigail Taylor’s journey began in the heart of the United States, where she earned a BA in psychology and an MA in social science. This foundation eventually led her down the path of becoming a celebrated queer writer.
Through the art of storytelling, she gives life to strong yet wonderfully vulnerable female characters, drawing from a wealth of personal experiences and keen observations.
Abigail’s creativity finds its roots in her genuine appreciation for diversity, acts of kindness, the beauty of the natural world, and the company of our furry friends. She weaves these elements into authentic narratives that captivate and inspire.
Her dedication to equality and LGBTQ+ matters shines through in her robust online presence, offering a haven for diverse voices. In a world where every perspective counts, Abigail’s platform becomes a testament to the power of unity and understanding.
Visit Abigail Taylor’s website.
Monday kicks off a fresh Guess the Author game!
NEED A BOOK FOR THE WEEKEND?
If you’re looking for something to read this weekend, below you’ll find 13 books on sale.
Need more choices? Check out the BookFinder, which has more than 7,985 books for you to choose from, ranging from steamy sapphic romance books, ice queen wlw romances, lesfic audiobooks, queer superheroes, best friends to lovers lesbian romances and so much more!
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Without further ado, let’s get to all the weekly queer news!
No matter what happens in these difficult times, TB and Miranda remain committed to bringing you good news from the queer community. While it’s important to stay informed, it’s also vital not to lose sight of all the kindness in the world. Below are the happy queer stories that made us smile this week. They’re queer news links worth clicking!
New England wedding vendors offer help to same-sex couples before Trump inauguration — Fantastic way to help!
38 Queer Anthems of Resistance For When You Need to Scream Into the Void — Music can be so healing!
Annette Bening delivers moving speech about her ‘remarkable’ trans son during Supreme Court rally — Wonderful support!
The 11 Funniest Queer Memes of 2024 — We got some laughs from these!
First trans woman wins Model of the Year & gives uplifting speech — Wonderful!
Chelsea Manning and others arrested outside Speaker Johnson’s office in protest for transgender rights — Trans rights are human rights!
Golden Retriever Helps Raise Kitten — Okay, we know it’s not queer news, but it’s so adorable and we need more adorableness in our lives right now!
Meet Vito the Pug, the History-Making Winner of the 2024 National Dog Show — More animal news but look how cute he is!
Meet Phineas! While his face says he’s very serious, he loves to play with his brothers. Submitted by Anne, a sapphic reader.
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