The Pride Reading Group is a space for LGBTQIA+ students, allies, and community members to come together through shared reading and thoughtful discussion. Each semester, we explore works that reflect diverse voices, experiences, and perspectives, fostering dialogue, connection, and understanding. All participants receive access to the selected books, with free copies available for students. Whether you’re a lifelong reader or new to book groups, this is an opportunity to engage with meaningful stories and connect with others in an inclusive, welcoming environment.
Below is a list of books we have read so far. The link will take you to the library link to the book, where you can check it out. You will need to log-in using your BMCC credentials.
Please contact Dr. Bill Koch (wkoch@bmcc.cuny.edu) if you are interested in being involved in the Pride Reading Group!
Audre Lorde’s “Zami: A New Spelling of My Name”
T. J. Klune’s “The House on the Cerulean Sea”
Lamya H’s “Hijab Butch Blues”
Rabih Alameddine’s “Koolaids”
Abby Stein’s “Becoming Eve”
Maia Kobabe’s “Gender Queer”
