This Pride Month reading list highlights 10 powerful titles by LGBTQ+ authors that speak directly to the heart of conscious living. These thoughtfully chosen reads span themes like astrology, spirituality, radical self-love, gender identity, and emotional healing – offering affirming resources for anyone seeking personal growth.
But while books for Pride Month help amplify queer voices during June, these authors deserve to be read, shared, and celebrated all year long. Each book on this list brings something essential to the conversation around LGBTQ+ wellness, community, and self-discovery.
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The following book recommendations are organized into the main categories of: astrology and spiritual growth, radical self-love and emotional wellness, gender identity, and conscious living.
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1. You Were Born for This: Astrology for Radical Self-Acceptance by Chani Nicholas (she/her)
A cornerstone of astrology books by LGBTQ authors, You Were Born for This: Astrology for Radical Self-Acceptance is a comprehensive yet approachable guide from beloved queer astrologer Chani Nicholas empowers readers to understand their birth chart as a path to radical self-love.
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2. The Stars Within You: A Modern Guide to Astrology by Juliana McCarthy (she/her)
The Stars Within You: A Modern Guide to Astrology is a poetic and practical guide to modern astrology, written by queer author Juliana McCarthy. McCarthy blends celestial insight with soulful reflection, making it ideal for anyone exploring spiritual tools for healing.
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3. Queering the Tarot by Cassandra Snow (they/them/she/her)
Queering the Tarot is a beautifully inclusive take on tarot, reinterpreting traditional meanings through a queer and intersectional lens. It’s a must-read addition to any LGBTQ wellness books collection for those who use spiritual tools in their self-care practices.
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4. The Body Is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love by Sonya Renee Taylor (she/her)
The Body Is Not an Apology: The Power of Radical Self-Love is a revolutionary guide by queer activist Sonya Renee Taylor that reminds us how body acceptance is an act of resistance and healing. A foundational read in the realm of LGBTQ wellness books.
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5. Beyond the Gender Binary by Alok Vaid-Menon (they/them)
Beyond the Gender Binary by Alok Vaid-Menon is a vibrantly poetic and powerful reflection on gender expansiveness and authenticity. Alok’s words offer an invitation to move beyond labels into personal truth – making this book an essential part of any inclusive Pride Month reading list.
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6. Love and Rage: The Path of Liberation Through Anger by Lama Rod Owens (he/him)
Love and Rage: The Path of Liberation Through Anger is a roadmap that “offers a potent vision of anger that acknowledges and honors its power as a vehicle for radical social change and enduring spiritual transformation.” Lama Rod Owens, a Buddhist teacher, guides readers on how to work with anger as a spiritual tool. This is a rich, empowering read for those walking a mindful path through discomfort and growth.
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7. Sissy: A Coming-of-Gender Story by Jacob Tobia (they/them)
With humor and vulnerability, Sissy: A Coming-of-Gender Story is a memoir that challenges cultural norms and celebrates nonbinary identity. Jacob Tobia’s book is a guiding light for anyone exploring authenticity and healing through narrative.
8. How to Be You: Stop Trying to Be Someone Else and Start Living Your Life by Jeffrey Marsh (they/them)
In How to Be You: Stop Trying to Be Someone Else and Start Living Your Life, Jeffrey shares their journey as a queer, nonbinary person while offering gentle guidance for anyone ready to embrace their true self and live from love instead of fear. This popular book is an interactive workbook-style guide blending memoir, self-help, and spirituality.
9. Care Work: Dreaming Disability Justice by Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha (they/she)
Care Work: Dreaming Disability Justice is a vital text that weaves together community care, disability justice, and queer healing. For readers craving deeper insight into inclusive, sustainable wellness, this book is essential.
10. Untamed by Glennon Doyle (she/her)
Glennon Doyle’s bestselling memoir Untamed explores her journey to break free from social conditioning and embrace her truth – including coming out in midlife. With themes of empowerment, intuition, and radical authenticity, Untamed resonates with anyone seeking conscious liberation and deeper alignment with their inner voice.
Final Thoughts: LGBTQ+ Wellness Books to Celebrate All Year
This Pride Month reading list is more than a seasonal roundup – it’s a celebration of diverse voices, healing wisdom, and queer joy. These authors offer powerful perspectives on wellness, embodiment, astrology, and personal transformation that resonate far beyond June.
As you explore these books for Pride Month, your invitation is to reflect on the many ways LGBTQ+ voices enrich the wellness space – helping us all feel seen, empowered, and whole. Whether you’re seeking cosmic insight, emotional resilience, or body liberation, this collection of LGBTQ wellness books has something meaningful to offer your journey.
