Be Gay, Do Crime: Everyday Acts of Queer Resistance and Rebellion

by Zane McNeill (Editor)

As communities are boldly rising to challenge capitalism, white supremacy, and authoritarianism, Be Gay, Do Everyday Acts of Queer Resistance and Rebellion is your ultimate guide to LGBTQ+ resilience and rebellion. Packed with daily snapshots of radical queer history, this book celebrates the bold, the brave, and the beautifully defiant moments that have shaped the fight for justice. Ever wonder why the Stonewall protests became an uprising or what the earliest acts of queer resistance looked like? How about the ways queer communities have organized against oppression across the globe? Be Gay, Do Crime dives into these stories and so many more - from fierce acts of resistance to joyful victories - bringing to life the rich, diverse history of LGBTQ+ liberation. By situating readers within a larger pattern of struggle, these everyday acts counter the erasure of queer people from history and serve as a reminder that our struggles are part of a broader fight against systemic violence and dehumanization. But, this isn't just a history book; it's a rallying cry. Flip to any page, soak up some inspiration, and join the legacy of resistance.

Genres: Nonfiction, Queer, LGBT, Social Justice

304 pages, Paperback

Published September 16, 2025

Reviews

[Morgan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Be Gay, Do Crime covers LGBT+ resistance and rebellion broken down in a daily history. Histories ranged from births of prominent activists to protests and movements. I really enjoyed sitting down with this and limiting myself to one month at a time. Some of the histories are brief but still do a great job building the overall message. I highly recommend picking this one up!

[Philomena · Rating 5 out of 5]

Important and impactful. A must read for the discouraged AND the hopeful revolutionary within all of us!