Spotlight Six | This Arab is Queer | Heartwarming LGBTQ+ Anthology
This exciting and varied anthology explores the stories of eighteen queer Arab writers and their amazing range of experiences. Celebrating the stories that often go unheard and censored, this book has been described as “Profoundly moving and uplifting,” “visionary,” and “heartfelt”, making it perfect for both those looking to recognise themselves and expand their horizons.
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This Arab is Queer: An Anthology by LGBTQ+ Arab Writers edited by Elias Jahshan
Paperback £12.99
Blurb:
“This ground-breaking anthology features the compelling and courageous memoirs of eighteen queer Arab writers – some internationally bestselling, others using pseudonyms. Here, we find heart-warming connections and moments of celebration alongside essays exploring the challenges of being LGBTQ+ and Arab.
From a military base in the Gulf to loving whispers caught between the bedsheets; and from touring overseas as a drag queen to a concert in Cairo where the rainbow flag was raised to a crowd of thousands, this collection celebrates the true colours of a vibrant Arab queer experience.
Contributors:
Khalid Abdel-Hadi, Amna Ali, Madian Aljazeera, Mona Eltahawy, Raja Farah, Saleem Haddad, Zeyn Joukhadar, Amrou Al-Kadhi, Saeed Kayani, Dima Mikhayel Matta, Hasan Namir, Danny Ramadan, Tania Safi, Omar Sakr, Anbara Salam, Hamed Sino and Ahmed Umar.”
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