Diverse Reads

Author Essay

Why We Need More Historical Fiction with LGBTQ+ Characters

What cannot be remembered might still be imagined and loved, through the power of art.

By SHANNON PUFAHL • 1 week ago

Article

Dazzling Debut Novels Coming Our Way in 2020

These 2020 debuts herald fresh, electric, and diverse new voices in fiction.

By Courtney Allison • 1 week ago

Video

Abbe and Jess’s Favorite Reads of January 2020

The RIF editors share four books that they loved this month!

By Jessica Mizzi • 2 weeks ago

Video

What I’m Reading: Kiley Reid

Kiley Reid, author of Such a Fun Age, shares three books that she can't put down.

By Jessica Mizzi • 4 weeks ago

Article

Spunky Protagonists You’ll Fall in Love With

Unforgettable main characters who are full of life give US life.

By Swapna Krishna • 1 month ago

Monthly Favorites

RIF’s Favorite Reads of 2019

This year's been one for the books—literally.

By RIF Editorial Team • 1 month ago

Video

Abbe and Jess’s Favorite Reads of December 2019

The RIF editors share four books that they loved this month!

By Jessica Mizzi • 1 month ago

Article

Abbe’s Top Picks for Books to Gift This Holiday Season

Read it Forward's senior editor shares some of her favorite books of 2019.

By Abbe Wright • 1 month ago