The Big Gay Book Club

• Episode 25 - All Systems Red

  Episode 25 - Synopsis for Podcast FeedOn this special bonus Pride Month episode, our hosts, Chris and Amy, read All Systems Red, the first book in The Murderbot Diaries. Murderbot may not be a human, but oh gosh is it relatable! With equal parts humor and peril, this is a story for everyone. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll cringe, you’ll even clench your teeth! And all Murderbot will want to do is continue watching Sanctuary Moon. But of course, the humans are doing something to get themselves in trouble. UGH. What’s new, honestly?Thank you to Kevin MacLeod for the use of our theme song, 'Werq.' You can find more of their music on https://www.incompetech.com/.If you'd like to contact us with book recommendations or questions for our upcoming episodes, email [email protected] or message us on Patreon. We'd love to hear from you!Time Stamps:~ 0:00:00: - That’s So Gay ~ 0:00:00 - Book of the Month (No Spoilers) (redo)~ 19:00 - Synopsis (take 2)~ 34:40 - Entering Spoiler Territory ~ 0:53:40 - Book Club Questions~ 1:03:40 - TV Adaption~ 1:10:00 - Wrap Up/Overall Impressions~ 1:12:40 - Until Next Time! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Episode 24.5 - Interview with Natalie Naudus

  On this special supplementary episode, our hosts Chris and Amy had the wonderful opportunity to speak with Natalie Naudus, author of Gay the Pray Away and narrator of over 600 beloved audiobooks. Natalie brings a unique perspective to this episode and, even more importantly, to the growing field of queer teen literature. We discuss everything from her upbringing and how it influenced the novel, to her favorite books and other projects she's working on. If you like what you hear, let us know! We'd love to interview more of your (and our) favorite authors, and it's your support that makes this possible.Thank you to Quirk Books for providing us with a copy of Gay the Pray Away and allowing us the opportunity to interview Natalie about her debut novel! Thank you to Kevin MacLeod for the use of our theme song, 'Werq.' You can find more of their music on https://www.incompetech.com/.If you'd like to contact us with book recommendations or questions for our upcoming episodes, email [email protected] or message us on Patreon. We'd love to hear from you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Episode 24 - Gay the Pray Away

  This month our hosts, Chris and Amy, read Gay the Pray Away by Natalie Naudus, a sweet and hopeful tale about a teenage girl who, despite growing up in a conservative religious cult, manages to discover truths about herself long buried beneath her molded exterior. Valerie’s story reminds us why reading is important, why banning books from libraries, and schools, and households is so detrimental, and how the right book, at the right time, can change your world forever. Join her and Riley on a journey full of love and self discovery, as they begin to find that the world they know may not be everything it’s always seemed.Thank you to Quirk Books for providing us with a copy of Gay the Pray Away and allowing us the opportunity to interview Natalie about her debut novel! Keep an eye on your podcast feeds for a bonus episode in which we chat with Natalie about herself, her writing, and her journey writing Gay the Pray Away.Thank you to Kevin MacLeod for the use of our theme song, 'Werq.' You can find more of their music on https://www.incompetech.com/.If you'd like to contact us with book recommendations or questions for our upcoming episodes, email [email protected] or message us on Patreon. We'd love to hear from you!Time Stamps:~ 5:30: - That’s So Gay ~ 11:30 - Book of the Month (No Spoilers) (redo)~ 16:50 - Synopsis ~ 32:30 - Entering Spoiler Territory ~ 1:17:30 - Book Club Questions~ 1:39:50 - Wrap Up/Overall Impressions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Episode 23 - Manhunt

  This month our hosts, Chris and Amy, survived the harsh New England dystopian nightmare that is Manhunt, a trans-centric and unabashedly queer horror novel written by Gretchen Felker-Martin. We feel that Chris summed it up best: “Manhunt is a novel that dares you to read it, to feel the way its characters feel, and to grapple with the reality that is being a transwoman in a world that wants you dead.” Join Chris and Amy as they unpack what makes this book queer, what makes this book essential reading for fans of the genre, and ultimately, what makes Gretchen a groundbreaking voice in queer horror.Thank you to Kevin MacLeod for the use of our theme song, 'Werq.' You can find more of their music on https://www.incompetech.com/.If you'd like to contact us with book recommendations or questions for our upcoming episodes, email [email protected] or message us on Patreon. We'd love to hear from you!Time Stamps:~ 05:40 - That’s So Gay ~ 15:50 - Book of the Month (No Spoilers)~ 17:30 - Synopsis ~ 38:30 - Entering Spoiler Territory ~ 01:24:40 - Book Club Questions~ 1:36:30 - Wrap Up/Overall Impressions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Episode 22 - Owlbound By Winter's Beak

  Our hosts, Chris and Amy, are very thankful for the big gay blanket this month as they explore the frozen Wingspan Continent with Tyrus and his many friends - brrr! Come along with them on this very queer, quintessentially-teen fantasy adventure that’s oozing heart and style in equal amounts. While Owlbound By Winter’s Beak may be author Wesley E. Joseph’s first novel, we cannot deny its absolute charm and impressive world building. You’ll find yourself lost amidst the eternal winter our hero and his friends face - perhaps you’ll befriend an owl of your very own to help you on your journey? If not, we hope this episode can act as a suitable traveling companion.Thank you to Kevin MacLeod for the use of our theme song, 'Werq.' You can find more of their music on https://www.incompetech.com/.If you'd like to contact us with book recommendations or questions for our upcoming episodes, email [email protected] or message us on Patreon. We'd love to hear from you!Time Stamps:~ 7:00 - That’s So Gay ~ 12:30 - Book of the Month (No Spoilers)~ 21:00 - Synopsis ~ 35:00 - Entering Spoiler Territory ~ 1:11:20 - Book Club Questions~ 1:24:00 - Wrap Up/Overall Impressions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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