Bad Queer

A luminous and romantic debut verse-novel navigating first love as a non-binary teenager.

I feel invincible.
Like I could run and run
and never stop for breath.

I feel a power in me
I didnt know I had.

The power to speak,
to say what I need.

Surya knows exactly who they are. Coming out as non-binary to their queer parents and best friend? A total non-event. Catching feelings for Blessing - the boy in drama club whose smile makes their heart race? Thats trickier.

As their final year of school unfolds and the two of them grow closer, Surya starts to question: Does Blessing really see them? Or just a version of them that doesnt exist? Theyd ask their best friend for advice, but shes busy falling in love too. . .

With gorgeous illustrations throughout, Bad Queer draws us deeply into queer friendship, family secrets, and the necessary act of loving yourself. Perfect for fans of Alice Oseman, Dean Atta and Sarah Crossan.

This is a love letter to queer futures - tender, curious, and fiercely alive.

Truthful, intimate and powerful!Laura Dockrill

Beautifully written verse novel about first love, acceptance and identity.Abiola Bello

Sensual, present and protective. I feel like I made a friend.Steven Camden