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Libby Unveils 2025's Top 100 Books, Few Queer Titles

12/13/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Libby released its list of top 100 books of 2025, featuring fiction and nonfiction for all ages, and highlighting the top 20 titles.
A review notes only three queer books appeared on multiple major lists, a result some deem disappointing.
The LARB Radio Hour reflects on 2025, sharing books, movies, and music, including Solvej Balle's On the Calculation of Volume and Nicholas Boggs's James Baldwin: A Love Story, despite challenges.

History

Historical Context

The American Library Association established the Stonewall Book Awards in 1970 to honor LGBTQ+ literature. Despite this recognition, the representation of queer authors has varied significantly, with only three queer books appearing on major bestseller lists in 2025. This trend underscores ongoing challenges in the publishing industry, highlighting the need for continued advocacy for diverse voices in literature.

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Story summary

Libby released its list of top 100 books of 2025, featuring fiction and nonfiction for all ages, and highlighting the top 20 titles.
A review notes only three queer books appeared on multiple major lists, a result some deem disappointing.
The LARB Radio Hour reflects on 2025, sharing books, movies, and music, including Solvej Balle's On the Calculation of Volume and Nicholas Boggs's James Baldwin: A Love Story, despite challenges.

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