7 Inspiring New Books to Read During Pride Month (and Beyond!)

Young Iranian boy Reza has just moved to New York City in 1989 and is coming to terms with his sexuality in major ways. Believing that because he's gay he will catch AIDS and die, he hides his secret from everyone around him. But then Reza meets Judy and her out and proud best friend Art. As he tries to hide his true sexuality by dating Judy, he can't help but develop feelings for Art. As their relationship continues to blossom, Reza risks breaking Judy's heart and his own forever in Like a Love Story, this new YA queer romance by Abdi Nazemian.