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July Wrap-Up: Disability Rights, Queer Chefs, and Sapphic Vampires
It should come as no surprise that my July media was pretty queer, since that is my ideal kind of reading month. But we’ve also got some much needed education on disability and disability rights during Disability Pride month, and a healthy dose of good ol’ fashion nerdiness. Enjoy!
What I’ve Enjoyed
Books
Disfigured: On Fairy Tales, Disability, and Making Space by Amanda Leduc
I haven’t read much work centering disability and ableism, and I really need to change that. This book was an eye-opening step in that direction, and even helped me rethink my own condition and whether or not that technically marks me as disabled (I have a depth perception impairment that prevents me from driving). Definitely worth the read.
Chef's Kiss by TJ Alexander
This was so cute! And, well, infuriating on behalf of the characters at times, but mostly cute! I loved how vividly food and cooking were described, Simone is an oblivious and precious bean, and Ray was an absolute delight. Lots of great queer rep. Highly recommend.
Articles
Quidditch Becomes Quadball to Distance Itself from J.K. Rowling
We hate TERFs here, but we love taking elements of a fandom or world that have grown bigger than their creator and turning them into something even better. The fact that Quadball has a long history of trans and non-binary inclusivity and is taking such a firm stance against J.K.’s bigotry fills me with spite-fueled delight.
Other
First Kill
It took me FOREVER to find time to sit down and watch this, largely because it’s not the sort so how I can put on while my toddler is playing in the living room. But I’m so glad I got around to it, because this was a delight. It’s not a perfect show to be sure, but I really enjoyed it. The world-building is interesting, the characters are dynamic and well-realized, and seeing a sapphic romance play out on screen like this is just very refreshing.
What I’ve Created
Books/Short Stories
When We Lie
Okay, so it’s not technically anything new I’ve put out in July, BUT When We Lie comes out on the 17th (*cue screaming*) and I’m very, very, very excited! I’ve also been sharing some promotional photos and graphics over on my Twitter and Instagram (check my WWL Edits highlight), so go check that out! I’m @rachaellawrites on both.
Articles
How to Make Any D&D 5e Class into a Healer
Back to my weird D&D pieces, though this one isn’t focused on stacking extremely specific abilities. Instead, I wanted to see how different classes could function as healers, outside of the typical cleric, paladin, druid, etc. Turns out there are a lot of options to play with!
What were you enjoying in July? Are there any books, movies, TV shows, etc. that you think I should check out?
What I’ve Enjoyed
Books
Disfigured: On Fairy Tales, Disability, and Making Space by Amanda Leduc
I haven’t read much work centering disability and ableism, and I really need to change that. This book was an eye-opening step in that direction, and even helped me rethink my own condition and whether or not that technically marks me as disabled (I have a depth perception impairment that prevents me from driving). Definitely worth the read.
Chef's Kiss by TJ Alexander
This was so cute! And, well, infuriating on behalf of the characters at times, but mostly cute! I loved how vividly food and cooking were described, Simone is an oblivious and precious bean, and Ray was an absolute delight. Lots of great queer rep. Highly recommend.
Articles
Quidditch Becomes Quadball to Distance Itself from J.K. Rowling
We hate TERFs here, but we love taking elements of a fandom or world that have grown bigger than their creator and turning them into something even better. The fact that Quadball has a long history of trans and non-binary inclusivity and is taking such a firm stance against J.K.’s bigotry fills me with spite-fueled delight.
Other
First Kill
It took me FOREVER to find time to sit down and watch this, largely because it’s not the sort so how I can put on while my toddler is playing in the living room. But I’m so glad I got around to it, because this was a delight. It’s not a perfect show to be sure, but I really enjoyed it. The world-building is interesting, the characters are dynamic and well-realized, and seeing a sapphic romance play out on screen like this is just very refreshing.
What I’ve Created
Books/Short Stories
When We Lie
Okay, so it’s not technically anything new I’ve put out in July, BUT When We Lie comes out on the 17th (*cue screaming*) and I’m very, very, very excited! I’ve also been sharing some promotional photos and graphics over on my Twitter and Instagram (check my WWL Edits highlight), so go check that out! I’m @rachaellawrites on both.
Articles
How to Make Any D&D 5e Class into a Healer
Back to my weird D&D pieces, though this one isn’t focused on stacking extremely specific abilities. Instead, I wanted to see how different classes could function as healers, outside of the typical cleric, paladin, druid, etc. Turns out there are a lot of options to play with!
What were you enjoying in July? Are there any books, movies, TV shows, etc. that you think I should check out?
