QueerLit Collective

📚🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈📚

This June, we’re celebrating love, resilience, and community—because every voice deserves to be heard, and every story deserves to shine. As we gear up for our birthday party on the 10th, we’re thrilled to spotlight two incredible local businesses that uplift our city in their own unique ways.

🌟 Spotlight 1: Mood Bru
A woman- and LGBTQIA±owned business rooted in Tulsa, Mood Bru crafts delicious, mood-boosting non-alcoholic beverages designed to bring joy and connection. Whether you’re sipping with friends or treating yourself, their drinks are the perfect way to celebrate Pride and good vibes alike. Don’t forget to grab a few at Heirloom on the 10th!

🌟 Spotlight 2: The Curious Bison
The Curious Bison is a Tulsa-based small business fueled by curiosity and creativity. Specializing in laser-cut, travel-themed gifts and decor, they celebrate Oklahoma’s spirit with locally made artistry. Located at 1102 S Lewis Ave, Unit B on Route 66, their shop is a must-visit for unique finds and a warm welcome. Voted Tulsa’s Best Gift Shop—because great things happen when curiosity leads the way!

Don't forget to catch us at Pride Kickoff with Twisted Arts and Homo Hotel Happy Hour on June 5th at Tulsa Artist Fellowship!

We’re 10 days away from our second birthday party—and it’s time to highlight our amazing sponsors!

A huge thank you to everyone who has already donated to our raffle. If you’d like to contribute, it’s not too late!

If you’re interested in getting involved, please reach out by the end of the week! 🎉✨

At Q***rLit Collective, every volunteer’s passion shapes our mission.
From cataloging books to tabling at events, your skills and energy make a difference. Whether you’re into collection development or spreading the word, there’s a place for you here!
Swipe through to see how you can get involved and become part of our story. 💖✨

Looking for a sidequest? Maybe your book club or Dungeons and Dragons group is on a temporary break. Maybe you’re itching to do something to encourage more q***r joy in a hostile world. Hey, us too!

Q***r Lit Collective invites you to adventure on over to https://www.q***rlitcollective.org/donate and commit to a monthly donation of $5, $10, $25, or $50 to put towards a future where q***r libraries are everywhere and our literature is acknowledged and celebrated. We’ll instantly dub you a Protector of the Pages!

And this quest is not without its rewards: all current and new monthly donors through the end of June will receive a sticker, a postcard featuring one of our libraries, and a discount code for a QLC t-shirt!

This Memorial Day, we honor and thank our veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and service.

For those looking to deepen their understanding of LGBTQIA+ history within our military, Coming Out Under Fire: The History of Gay Men and Women in World War II by Alan Bérubé is a must-read. This compelling book sheds light on the often-overlooked experiences of q***r service members during one of history’s most pivotal conflicts.

Let’s remember, reflect, and continue fighting for a world where every veteran is seen, valued, and celebrated. 💙🏳️‍🌈

🌿 Sunday vibes: slow, cozy, and full of good reads. 📚✨

As the weekend winds down, I hope yours was filled with moments that recharged your soul—whether it was diving into a book, enjoying quiet time, or simply being present with loved ones. May the coming week bring fresh energy and new stories to explore.

Wishing you a happy Sunday and a refreshing start to the week ahead. 🌈

🎉 It’s almost time to party! 🎉

Double check your calendar to make sure you have June 10th marked off for our second birthday party at Heirloom Rustic Ales! There will be drinks, dancing, raffles and camaraderie for anyone who wants to join. Follow for more updates as the party continues to come together. Its getting close and we are getting excited!

Now launching…Protectors of the Pages!! ✨🌈📖

Q***rLit Collective’s Protectors of the Pages are our stalwart group of monthly donors that keep our operations running, our q***r library count growing, and our hearts full of joy! We’re so grateful to everyone who has believed in our mission thus far and know that collectively, we can accomplish so much through this work. Stay tuned, and if you haven’t joined us as a monthly donor, now is the perfect time!

Find out more: https://www.q***rlitcollective.org/donate

This week's book feature is Pauli Murray : the life of a pioneering feminist and civil rights activist written by Stevens-Holsey, Rosita; Jennings and Terry Catasús.

Pauli Murray (1910–1985) was a trailblazing Black feminist, civil rights activist, lawyer, priest, and poet whose life and work challenged and transformed America’s social justice landscape. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Murray’s lifelong fight against racial and gender discrimination positioned them at the forefront of the civil rights and feminist movements.

As a legal scholar, Murray’s innovative arguments helped lay the foundation for Brown v. Board of Education, the landmark case that ended school segregation. They were a co-founder of the National Organization for Women (NOW) and later made history as the first Black woman ordained as an Episcopal priest. Murray’s writings on intersectionality and equality were decades ahead of their time, influencing generations of activists and thinkers. Their relentless pursuit of justice and unwavering commitment to equity left an indelible mark on history, inspiring ongoing struggles for civil rights and human dignity.

This biography of Pauli Murray shines a light on a figure whose contributions have often been overlooked, yet whose ideas shaped modern equality movements. Reading Murray’s story is a reminder of the power of resilience, intersectional thinking, and the courage to challenge unjust systems. Their life encourages us to reflect on how far we’ve come—and how much further we must go—in the fight for justice and equity for all.

Visit Q***rLit.org to find a copy near you.

Today, we stand together against homophobia, transphobia, and biphobia.

IDAHOTB is a day to raise awareness, challenge discrimination, and celebrate the resilience of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities worldwide. At Q***rLit Collective, we believe in the power of literature to foster understanding, empathy, and change.

Let’s use this day to listen, learn, and support one another. Together, we can create a world where everyone is free to be themselves. 🏳️‍🌈✨