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Words of Change: QUEER offers a curated collection of thought-provoking quotes and passages from the writings and speeches of activists and allies in the LGBTQIA+ community, with a focus on diverse and previously unheard voices.
Compiled by journalist Coco Romack, this highly giftable collection of stirring words is intended to enlighten, to prompt change, to provide encouragement, and to deepen readers’ commitment to the movement. Celebrating activism, focusing on solutions, and avoiding apathy and pessimism, this book is an inspiration and a call to action. The back matter includes a brief bio for each person quoted to provide context for their life and work.
Compiled by journalist Coco Romack, this highly giftable collection of stirring words is intended to enlighten, to prompt change, to provide encouragement, and to deepen readers’ commitment to the movement. Celebrating activism, focusing on solutions, and avoiding apathy and pessimism, this book is an inspiration and a call to action. The back matter includes a brief bio for each person quoted to provide context for their life and work.
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August 4, 2021
Disclaimer: I received an e-ARC of this from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed this quote collection. There was a wide variety of voices quoted, ranging from 1960s activists to today, along with pictures of most of them and short bios at the end. I think this could be a good gift for someone who has come out recently and could use radical words of encouragement and inspiration, but I also think this could be something nice to keep on your shelf if you're in need of a boost from some of the most powerful voices of the past century. It was very well-designed and featured both classic quotes and some I hadn't seen before, which I appreciated.
September 7, 2021
A collection of inspiring quotes & passages from powerful queer voices throughout history. This is the first book I have read by the author and the first book I have read in the series. I am now very interested in reading the other collections in the series -- antiracism, climate & immigration -- all written by different authors. I think it's always important to amplify minority voices. Queer voices and, elder queer voices especially, have been silenced throughout history. I would recommend this to anyone interested in lgbtq rights/history. This could be a good table top book & conversation starter.
TAGS: non-fiction, lgbtqia+
MY RATING: 3.5/5 stars
MY RATING SYSTEM:
1 star = I don't recommend the book
2 stars = I would not read the book again
3 stars = I enjoyed the book
4 stars = I liked the book and would recommend to others
5 stars = Everyone should read the book; I would read the book again & again
*Thanks to NetGalley & the book's publisher for providing a free ARC in exchange for my honest review*
TAGS: non-fiction, lgbtqia+
MY RATING: 3.5/5 stars
MY RATING SYSTEM:
1 star = I don't recommend the book
2 stars = I would not read the book again
3 stars = I enjoyed the book
4 stars = I liked the book and would recommend to others
5 stars = Everyone should read the book; I would read the book again & again
*Thanks to NetGalley & the book's publisher for providing a free ARC in exchange for my honest review*
September 23, 2021
3 stars
I will say that overall I did like this collection, but there did come a point where my enjoyment had waned. Many of the quotes used in the collection were really fantastic and identity affirming--they really provided that sense of community knowing that others have felt things you have felt, but at a certain point the quotes became a bit repetitive hitting on the same emotions and feelings. As a few other reviewers have said I think this would work great as a coffee table book, or even as an inspirational quote of the day exercise, for example throughout high school I had an English teacher who would post a quote of the day on the whiteboard and had us journal and write a reflection about any feelings the quote inspired in us, how we connected with it, and what we took away from it.
ARC given by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
I will say that overall I did like this collection, but there did come a point where my enjoyment had waned. Many of the quotes used in the collection were really fantastic and identity affirming--they really provided that sense of community knowing that others have felt things you have felt, but at a certain point the quotes became a bit repetitive hitting on the same emotions and feelings. As a few other reviewers have said I think this would work great as a coffee table book, or even as an inspirational quote of the day exercise, for example throughout high school I had an English teacher who would post a quote of the day on the whiteboard and had us journal and write a reflection about any feelings the quote inspired in us, how we connected with it, and what we took away from it.
ARC given by Netgalley in exchange for an honest review
May 20, 2021
What a great collection of quotes! I was impressed by how radical these quotes were and the diversity of people they came from--not just celebrities, but also authors, artists, and activists. And I saw my professor quoted which was pretty cool! This book really centers trans people, especially trans femmes. It does not fall into respectability politics and instead centers activists calling for a radical reimaging of gender and sexuality and trans liberation.
This book is also incredibly aesthetically pleasing--the art is simple and elegant and highlights the words on the page. I loved it and will probably buy a physical copy to have as a coffee table book! This would make a great gift for any LGBTQ graduates, a coming-out or transition party, or a "just because" gift.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC! This book is already out and I hope more people consider picking it up!
This book is also incredibly aesthetically pleasing--the art is simple and elegant and highlights the words on the page. I loved it and will probably buy a physical copy to have as a coffee table book! This would make a great gift for any LGBTQ graduates, a coming-out or transition party, or a "just because" gift.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC! This book is already out and I hope more people consider picking it up!
May 22, 2021
Queer (Words of Change series) compiled by Coco Romack is a beautiful, stunning and empowering collection of Quotes. I can't even begin to tell you how much I loved this book. It's uplifting, emotional, real, and diverse in the sense that it contains quotes from many different people with different backgrounds, different lifestyles all coming together to present the words to inspire conversations and action.
This reads like a beautiful Instagram profile for the LGBTQIA+ community, which I love and I believe many others will too. Coco Romack has managed to put together a very relevant stirring and aesthetic collection that is a must read for everyone; members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as allies and people with limited awareness about the struggle and pain that can come from being anything other than cis gendered but also how much beauty can come when you celebrate you as you really are.
This is the perfect gift or splurge for yourself. Would make an excellent coffee table book and whenever you're feeling ignored or face injustice you should reach for this book, I can say without a doubt that it will help!
all in all 5 stars, very very highly recommended.
Thank you to netgalley, Coco Romack, and publishers for gifting me with an e-copy in exchange for my honest review. I am very blessed to have read this when I did, as I really needed it right now. As soon as it hits shelves I'll be buying my own copy. Don't miss out!
This reads like a beautiful Instagram profile for the LGBTQIA+ community, which I love and I believe many others will too. Coco Romack has managed to put together a very relevant stirring and aesthetic collection that is a must read for everyone; members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as allies and people with limited awareness about the struggle and pain that can come from being anything other than cis gendered but also how much beauty can come when you celebrate you as you really are.
This is the perfect gift or splurge for yourself. Would make an excellent coffee table book and whenever you're feeling ignored or face injustice you should reach for this book, I can say without a doubt that it will help!
all in all 5 stars, very very highly recommended.
Thank you to netgalley, Coco Romack, and publishers for gifting me with an e-copy in exchange for my honest review. I am very blessed to have read this when I did, as I really needed it right now. As soon as it hits shelves I'll be buying my own copy. Don't miss out!
July 1, 2021
Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC.
This was a great book of quotes that provides a variety of perspectives on people's experiences of fighting for their rights.
It did not look good on my kindle though - the quotes were sometimes big/sometimes small and the photos were missing or cut over two/three kindle pages.
I would have liked if the little biographies of each person were next to the quote.
This would probably make a nice coffee table book/classroom book.
This was a great book of quotes that provides a variety of perspectives on people's experiences of fighting for their rights.
It did not look good on my kindle though - the quotes were sometimes big/sometimes small and the photos were missing or cut over two/three kindle pages.
I would have liked if the little biographies of each person were next to the quote.
This would probably make a nice coffee table book/classroom book.
August 1, 2021
This is a book of quotes. I missed that memo somehow when I initially requested an ARC of it. The quotes are beautiful and moving and there are some beautiful photographs of transgender and queer folks throughout. I just was expecting a text titled "words of change" to go deeper into the implementation of change. But, it does make for a nice coffee table book with a diverse offering of queer perspectives and insights. If that is what you are looking for, this book is gold.
November 23, 2021
I've never read a book of quotes before. This was a fun inspiring stroll through a who's who of queer artists and activists. I had fun googling all the names I didn't recognize. I got excited about coming across names I did recognize. If that sounds like a thing you'll enjoy, I'm sure you'll enjoy it!
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December 7, 2021This is a very aesthetically pleasing book with quotes from a diverse selection of queer activists, authors, and artists along with photographs of most of them. I appreciated the forward from the author as well as the little biographies at the back. I think this would be a nice gift for someone who likes coffee table books and/or infographics (I mean that as nicely as possible).
June 7, 2021
I loved this collection of queer-related quotes. I also loved that there were biographies of everyone in the end. This series of books is so good. I really enjoyed reading the introduction with the author's personal experiences as well.
August 12, 2021
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a free copy.
This is a lovely book filled with quotes and pictures of many queer activists from across the years. I enjoyed reading it and seeing what these different people have said. It’s a good book to have around!
This is a lovely book filled with quotes and pictures of many queer activists from across the years. I enjoyed reading it and seeing what these different people have said. It’s a good book to have around!
May 28, 2021
It's both inspiring and thought provoking and the type of book you'll return to time and time again. I haven't seen any of the others in the series, but am now keen to. LOVED IT.
January 26, 2022
Such a good book, full of inspiring quotes from LGBT+ people. “Risk everything for joy”. Will 100% re-read
December 20, 2021
In a word? Beautiful.
This is coffee table books at their best - beautiful words with beautiful images all out together in a book that I would be proud to show off in my home.
The quotes were inspiring and so beautifully presented I wanted to print them out and frame them. I particularly loved the sheer variety of people who’s words filled the pages. As a result of this book I’ve been introduced to more activists and figures who I can learn about.
I’ve already bought more copies to give as gifts this Christmas - a beautiful and inspiring book.
This is coffee table books at their best - beautiful words with beautiful images all out together in a book that I would be proud to show off in my home.
The quotes were inspiring and so beautifully presented I wanted to print them out and frame them. I particularly loved the sheer variety of people who’s words filled the pages. As a result of this book I’ve been introduced to more activists and figures who I can learn about.
I’ve already bought more copies to give as gifts this Christmas - a beautiful and inspiring book.
May 22, 2021
Queer (Words of Change series) compiled by Coco Romack is a beautiful, stunning and empowering collection of Quotes. I can't even begin to tell you how much I loved this book. It's uplifting, emotional, real, and diverse in the sense that it contains quotes from many different people with different backgrounds, different lifestyles all coming together to present the words to inspire conversations and action.
This reads like a beautiful Instagram profile for the LGBTQIA+ community, which I love and I believe many others will too. Coco Romack has managed to put together a very relevant stirring and aesthetic collection that is a must read for everyone; members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as allies and people with limited awareness about the struggle and pain that can come from being anything other than cis gendered but also how much beauty can come when you celebrate you as you really are.
This is the perfect gift or splurge for yourself. Would make an excellent coffee table book and whenever you're feeling ignored or face injustice you should reach for this book, I can say without a doubt that it will help!
all in all 5 stars, very very highly recommended.
Thank you to netgalley, Coco Romack, and publishers for gifting me with an e-copy in exchange for my honest review. I am very blessed to have read this when I did, as I really needed it right now. As soon as it hits shelves I'll be buying my own copy. Don't miss out!
This reads like a beautiful Instagram profile for the LGBTQIA+ community, which I love and I believe many others will too. Coco Romack has managed to put together a very relevant stirring and aesthetic collection that is a must read for everyone; members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as allies and people with limited awareness about the struggle and pain that can come from being anything other than cis gendered but also how much beauty can come when you celebrate you as you really are.
This is the perfect gift or splurge for yourself. Would make an excellent coffee table book and whenever you're feeling ignored or face injustice you should reach for this book, I can say without a doubt that it will help!
all in all 5 stars, very very highly recommended.
Thank you to netgalley, Coco Romack, and publishers for gifting me with an e-copy in exchange for my honest review. I am very blessed to have read this when I did, as I really needed it right now. As soon as it hits shelves I'll be buying my own copy. Don't miss out!
May 16, 2021
It’s exactly as you expect, a colourful collection of quotations by and about queer folks. Occasionally with black and white photos of said queer folks. It’s a great little gift book
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