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• Frida Kahlo

  She Painted Her World in Self-portraits

  Guglielmo, Amy,

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  "Children can meet famous Mexican painter Frida Kahlo and learn how she experimented with different ways of painting herself and channeled her experiences into her art, in this collaboration with The Met that will inspire readers to create their own…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Unstoppable

  How Bayard Rustin Organized the 1963 March on Washington

  Long, Michael G,

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  "This powerful and triumphant picture book biography tells the story of Bayard Rustin, an openly gay civils rights leader, who, with the support of Dr. King and future congressman John Lewis, led 250,000 people to the doorstep of the U.S. government…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Sally Ride

  Sánchez Vegara, Ma Isabel (María Isabel),

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  "This magical biography charts the life of Sally Ride, the first American woman to go into space. It's the perfect gift for young dreamers."

• Sylvia and Marsha Start a Revolution!

  the Story of the Trans Women of Color Who Made LGBTQ+ History

  Ellison, Joy Michael,

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  "This illustrated book introduces children to the story of Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson, the two transgender women of colour who helped kickstart the Stonewall Riots and dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality."

• Freddie Mercury

  Sanchez Vegara, Ma Isabel (Maria Isabel),

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  The amazing story of one of the world's most legendary rock stars.

• Alan Turing

  Sanchez Vegara, Ma Isabel (Maria Isabel),

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  "In this book discover the life of Alan Turing, the genius code cracker and father of theoretical computer science and artificial intelligence."

• Go Tell It

  How James Baldwin Became a Writer

  Harris, Quartez,

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  "A lyrical picture book biography of James Baldwin, the celebrated novelist, essayist, playwright, poet, and activist."

• Pride

  the Story of Harvey Milk and the Rainbow Flag

  Sanders, Rob, 1958-

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  "Traces the life of the Gay Pride Flag, from its beginnings with social activist Harvey Milk and designer Gilbert Baker to its spanning of the globe and its role in today's world."

• Queer and Fearless

  Poems Celebrating the Lives of LGBTQ+ Heroes

  Sanders, Rob, 1958-

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  "A perfect introduction to the people who have stood up for what they believed in, lived lives according to their own ideals, and their partners, friends, and allies, the poetry in this book provides great read-aloud potential sure to entertain and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Jimmy's Rhythm & Blues

  the Extraordinary Life of James Baldwin

  Meadows, Michelle,

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  "Brought to life with warm illustrations by Jamiel Law, Jimmy's Rhythm & Blues chronicles the life of an incredible visionary who left an indelible mark on American literature and history."

• Starboy

  Inspired by the Life and Lyrics of David Bowie

  Gigot, Jami,

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  "A lonely boy feels like a stranger on his own planet until the day his radio bursts to life with the rhythm of stardust energy. Includes notes and facts about David Bowie's life."

• Who Was Harvey Milk?

  Grinapol, Corinne,

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  "Harvey is seen by many as one of the most famous and most significantly open LGBT officials ever elected in the United States."