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11 New Young Adult LGBTQ+ Books You Should Read for Pride Month

It's time for Pride month, and I'm here to tell you about some of the many, many LGBTQ+ books coming out in June 2025, starting with books for young adults. From romcoms to horror, there's something for every reader to celebrate in their own way. Here's a list of Young Adult LGBTQ+ books to read for Pride! Young Adult LGBTQ+ Books June 3 I'll Pretend You're Mine by Tashie Bhuiyan Pop star Summer Ali is finally free from her controlling stage parents and ready to chart her own course. When writer's block stalls her momentum, she agrees to a risky PR stunt: a fake romance with reformed tabloid heartthrob Jules Moradi. At first, Jules keeps things strictly business—but as the facade slips, Summer discovers the real man behind the headlines. And the more real their connection becomes, the more Summer must ask herself: Is chasing her dream worth risking her heart? I'll Pretend You're Mine is a powerful book about unlearning abuse, the road to recovery and regaining agency. Tashie Bhuiyan's newest release features a pansexual protagonist, fake dating and the wild world of the music industry. Nobody in Particular by Sophie Gonzales Princess Rose of Henland is focused on salvaging her reputation after a scandal cost her the public's trust, and her best friend. Distraction is not an option. But then Danni arrives. A gifted pianist on scholarship at Rose's elite boarding school, Danni expects to be an outsider. Instead, she's unexpectedly welcomed, especially by the intriguing, tightly wound princess. As sparks fly between them, so do the rumors. With the palace watching and gossip mounting, Rose and Danni must choose: keep their growing feelings hidden, or risk everything for a chance at love. Because if Rose slips up again, the crown won't hesitate to tear them apart. Sophie Gonzales knows how to write a YA romance. With a vibrant, light writing style and well developed characters, Nobody in Particular is a great way to start off Pride month. Lady's Knight by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner Gwen is tired of hiding: her blacksmithing skills, her dreams of knighthood, and especially her attraction to girls. Lady Isobelle of Avington has never had to hide anything, until she's named the prize in a tournament where the victor wins her hand. Desperate for a way out, she strikes a deal with Gwen: Gwen will enter the tournament disguised as a knight, and if she wins, they'll both get what they want—freedom and glory. But as sparks fly and dragons loom, one thing becomes clear; love was never part of the plan, but it might just change everything. An irresistibly fierce, laugh-out-loud queer feminist romp through medieval England, Lady's Knight delivers an epic quest full of valor, freedom and unexpected love. Bestselling authors Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner bring sharp wit and big heart to a story that's part A Knight's Tale and part My Lady Jane , with a splash of The Great . RELATED: New Release Radar: New Books Coming Out on June 3 Kill Creatures by Rory Power Last summer, Nan's three best friends vanished in Saltcedar Canyon. She's spent the year grieving – and hiding the truth. Because Nan knows what no one else does: she's the one who killed them. Now, on the anniversary, their families gather for a memorial. But the vigil is shattered when one of the missing girls returns…alive. Everyone is thrilled. Everyone, that is, except Nan. Kill Creatures is an atmospheric, fast-paced thriller about secrets, jealousy and revenge. I love Rory Power's work, and her new book release is perfect for fans of A Good Girl's Guide to Murder and Gone Girl . Devils Like Us by L.T. Thompson Cas has two secrets: their discomfort with their gender, and visions of death that never lie. They only broke that rule once, and it cost them their best friend, Remy. Remy's spent years hunting the secret society that stole her father. She doesn't need Cas, or their version of the past. And Finn, hopelessly in love with Remy, is hiding a bargain with deadly consequences. When Cas sees a future none of them can survive, the three must reunite to face buried secrets, forbidden magic and the truth about who they really are before time runs out. Our Flag Means Death meets The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue in this YA historical fantasy about three queer and trans teens. L.T. Thompson's debut has just the right amount of scary elements alongside themes of found family and self-discovery, making it a great Pride month adventure. RELATED: LGBTQ+ Books to Keep Pride Going for the Rest of 2025 June 10 Amelia, If Only by Becky Albertalli Amelia Applebaum is not in love with moderately famous, chaotically bisexual YouTuber Walter Holland. She just invited him to prom—totally ironically. (Unless he says yes.) When a surprise meet-and-greet offers a chance to finally meet Walter, Amelia convinces her best friends to hit the road for one last adventure before graduation. Even Natalie, her newly single, guitar-strumming, cynicism-fueled best friend, is in. But somewhere between the playlists, gas station snacks, and promposals, Amelia starts to wonder: what if the butterflies she's chasing aren't for Walter at all? Becky Albertalli, the queen of Pride YA, is back with a new story of a fantastic, fully-realized friend group. Amelia, If Only is perfect for anyone who's ever had a slightly parasocial relationship with a celebrity. Finding Prince Charming by Jamar J. Perry Tyriq Howell is done with love. After his cheating ex costs him a college scholarship interview, he swears off dating until Desmond, a charming guy from the scholarship office, offers him a second chance. The catch? Tyriq has to pose as Desmond's date to a swanky gala. Tyriq expects awkward small talk and fancy snacks, not the revelation that Desmond is Prince Desmond of Catalina. Now that they've been outed as a couple, the palace is calling. When Desmond begs Tyriq to keep up the act a little longer – to help convince the King he's serious about coming out and giving the crown to his sister – Tyriq agrees. But between navigating royal expectations and very real feelings, Tyriq may have broken his biggest rule: never fall in love again. With elements of Red, White and Royal Blue and Coming to America , Finding Prince Charming is a swoony love story. Jamar J. Perry's YA debut has star-crossed lovers, fake dating and a truly royal romance. RELATED: 10 More LGBTQ+ Webtoon Series to Read for Pride Month June 17 America's Not-So-Sweetheart by Blair Hanson Alec Braud may have won Campfire Wars, but betraying fan-favorite Joaquín Delgado made him the most hated teen in America. But Joaquín forgave him, so why can't anyone else? When Joaquín invites him on a road trip to recreate iconic movie kisses, Alec sees a chance to fix his image—and maybe their relationship. But as fake kisses start to feel real and a shot at Campfire Wars: All-Stars looms, Alec must choose between chasing redemption on-screen or something real off-camera. America's Not-So-Sweetheart is messy and witty with a unique premise. Blair Hanson's writing blurs moral lines and doesn't shy away from big emotional moments. If We Survive This by Racquel Marie Six months into a rabies mutation outbreak that's turned people into violent 'rabids,' Flora Braddock Paz is still alive – despite never seeing herself as a survivor. With her mother dead and father missing, she and her brother set out for their childhood cabin in Northern California, hoping for safety and answers. But the road north is littered with danger, old wounds, and the truth that death is never far behind. The Walking Dead meets Yellowjackets in Racquel Marie's tense and emotional YA horror novel. I f We Survive This is her first horror novel, but it's also an intense, moving character study just right for anyone that wants to add some healthy fear to their Pride month. RELATED: 6 Great Books to Help Satisfy Your Yellowjackets Craving June 24 A Treachery of Swans by A.B. Poranek Raised by a sorcerer, Odile is ready to pull off the heist of a lifetime: impersonate a princess, steal the king's enchanted crown and restore magic to the realm. But when someone murders the king, Odile must team up with the real Princess Marie d'Odette. Falling for her, however, was never part of the plan. A Treachery of Swans is a sapphic Swan Lake retelling full of deception, magic and impossible choices. A.B. Poranek's second novel is perfect for Pride month, and perfect for fans of Allison Saft and V.E Schwab. Arcana: The Lost Heirs by Sam Prentice-Jones Eli Jones never knew other witches existed, until he meets James and discovers the magical world of the Arcana. As Eli, James and their friends dig into the truth behind their parents' deaths and the Arcana's ruling Majors, they uncover a dangerous curse that ties them all together. To survive, they'll have to unravel dark secrets, challenge powerful forces and decide who they ultimately want to become. Debut author-illustrator Sam Prentice-Jones explores defying fate and confronting ancestral legacies in his tarot-inspired fantasy graphic novel. Arcana: The Lost Heirs is a strong start to a promising new series. These are just a few of the amazing new Young Adult LGBTQ+ books coming out this Pride month. All are available for purchase or preorder now at your local, queer-owned bookstore or What are you reading to celebrate Pride this year? Let us know below, and happy reading! Sapphics with Swords: 6 Books Featuring Queer Lady Warriors