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The Curvy Girls Club #10.5
Curvy Girls Can't Date Curvy Girls
Emerson’s first Pride Celebration is full of joy, love, and enough drama to last a lifetime.
Ever since coming out, Xi’s parents have been her biggest cheerleaders, pushing her to join the Emerson Pride Association and making the community a better place for people like her. Now, she’s got the huge responsibility of planning Emerson Academy’s first ever inclusive prom to take place after the town’s very first pride parade, even though she’s never had a girlfriend or even a date of her own.
Kiyana’s hidden her orientation long as she can remember. The only person who knows is her secretly gay best friend/fake boyfriend, Stefon. Their relationship has kept judgmental family and public scrutiny off their backs throughout high school. But with their senior year behind them, everything is about to change.
When Stefon convinces Kiyana to come to the Pride Celebration, she immediately recognizes Xi, the cute edgy girl at school who’s always on the outside but seems secure in who she is.
Can the Pride Celebration show Kiyana it's safe to go with Xi to the prom? Or will Xi's first prom go down as another dateless night in history?
Curvy Girls Can’t Date Curvy Girls is a Pride edition story in the Curvy Girl Club celebrating body positivity, diversity, and most of all love. Start reading now to start this sweet and swoony romance!
Ever since coming out, Xi’s parents have been her biggest cheerleaders, pushing her to join the Emerson Pride Association and making the community a better place for people like her. Now, she’s got the huge responsibility of planning Emerson Academy’s first ever inclusive prom to take place after the town’s very first pride parade, even though she’s never had a girlfriend or even a date of her own.
Kiyana’s hidden her orientation long as she can remember. The only person who knows is her secretly gay best friend/fake boyfriend, Stefon. Their relationship has kept judgmental family and public scrutiny off their backs throughout high school. But with their senior year behind them, everything is about to change.
When Stefon convinces Kiyana to come to the Pride Celebration, she immediately recognizes Xi, the cute edgy girl at school who’s always on the outside but seems secure in who she is.
Can the Pride Celebration show Kiyana it's safe to go with Xi to the prom? Or will Xi's first prom go down as another dateless night in history?
Curvy Girls Can’t Date Curvy Girls is a Pride edition story in the Curvy Girl Club celebrating body positivity, diversity, and most of all love. Start reading now to start this sweet and swoony romance!
144 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 18, 2022
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About the author
Kelsie Stelting
48 books1,718 followersKelsie Stelting is a body positive romance author who writes love stories with strong characters, deep feelings, and happy endings.
She currently lives in Colorado. You can often find her writing, spending time with family, and soaking up too much sun wherever she can find it.
Visit www.kelsiestelting.com to get a free story and sign up for her readers' group!
She currently lives in Colorado. You can often find her writing, spending time with family, and soaking up too much sun wherever she can find it.
Visit www.kelsiestelting.com to get a free story and sign up for her readers' group!
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July 16, 2022
Honest review
LOVED this book! Super fast read… that might have been because I couldn’t put it down though. Coming out story with a super supportive family and chances at two possibly not supportive. Loved the characters and storyline. Another wonderful addition to this series!
LOVED this book! Super fast read… that might have been because I couldn’t put it down though. Coming out story with a super supportive family and chances at two possibly not supportive. Loved the characters and storyline. Another wonderful addition to this series!
March 25, 2024
I love the story of a plus size girl who is also part of the LGBTQ community! However, as someone who is- the story defiantly seems a little unrealistic. It a cute story to "get away" from real life.
December 20, 2023
I really enjoyed this series!! So good. Waiting for the next one in the series to come out.
June 3, 2024
I wanted a little more from this one. It was still super cute and showed what some have to go through coming out.
April 14, 2025
I don’t support
April 18, 2025
2.75 stars rounded up- I wanted to love this book so badly but it was so silly and soooo rushed. I don’t think the main characters had any chemistry other than being the only lesbians in town and both being plus sized. I wish there was more sapphic romances where both main charachters are plus sized but unfortunately this just is not it.
August 6, 2023
CW: Mentions of Homophobia
4.5 / 5 Stars
Disclaimer: I'm a wlw chubby woman, and this book gave me all the good and warm feelings. Sooo, it's possible I'm rating this a bit higher than I should. If you feel like I shouldn't: Too bad.
This book wasn't on my radar at all. And I probably would have never known that it exists either, if it hadn't been for the Plus-Size Readathon, that introduced me to it. And I'm kind of really glad that it did. There isn't enough positive, queer & fat rep out there. And this book reminded me as to why I need more of it in my life. It's just so nice to read about two proud plus-size people, that aren't the butt of the joke. This book is - in general - very happy, supportive, warm and accepting. At times it felt like it was embracing me with a warm blanket, making me forget how fat- and queerphobic the world can be.
That doesn't mean that we don't mention that stuff in the book - Ki's arc is very linked to possible queerphobica after all - but that isn't taking away the huge comfort that this book gave me.
Random Question: Pride Parade's. Why aren't we putting more of those in books? I haven't read many books with Pride Parade's, but every time I do I'm like: Let's do more of this.
The romance wasn't really in the focus of things, as in, at times, it felt like it was actually the sub-plot. Ki isn't out and she spends most of the book arguing with herself, whether she should tell her family or not. She's gonna go off to college, got a schoolarship and a place to stay, so she feels like, even if they react badly: She won't be homeless. But on the other hand, there'd be more she'd loose if her family didn't accept her: her parents love.
There was one (1) scene that left a bad taste in my mouth at first, but luckily for me, and that could have had an effect on my rating. I'm not gonna go and say what exactly happend, but: You don't own anyone an outing. If you're not ready - for whatever reason - then you're not ready. End of story. If you - personally - had it easy and you're family accepted and loved you even after you're coming out: cool. But don't assume the world is all sunshine and rainbows. Don't tell other people how they are allowed to be, what's gay enough and what isn't. I got what happend. I understood were both people were coming from, but, when person A realised that they said things that had crossed the line and that weren't cool, and they tried to make up for them, I couldn't help but smile.
Final thoughts:
There's a lot of queer & fat joy in this one and that's why I'm gonna give it 5 stars. I loved it & I'd reccomand it for sure.
4.5 / 5 Stars
Disclaimer: I'm a wlw chubby woman, and this book gave me all the good and warm feelings. Sooo, it's possible I'm rating this a bit higher than I should. If you feel like I shouldn't: Too bad.
This book wasn't on my radar at all. And I probably would have never known that it exists either, if it hadn't been for the Plus-Size Readathon, that introduced me to it. And I'm kind of really glad that it did. There isn't enough positive, queer & fat rep out there. And this book reminded me as to why I need more of it in my life. It's just so nice to read about two proud plus-size people, that aren't the butt of the joke. This book is - in general - very happy, supportive, warm and accepting. At times it felt like it was embracing me with a warm blanket, making me forget how fat- and queerphobic the world can be.
That doesn't mean that we don't mention that stuff in the book - Ki's arc is very linked to possible queerphobica after all - but that isn't taking away the huge comfort that this book gave me.
Random Question: Pride Parade's. Why aren't we putting more of those in books? I haven't read many books with Pride Parade's, but every time I do I'm like: Let's do more of this.
The romance wasn't really in the focus of things, as in, at times, it felt like it was actually the sub-plot. Ki isn't out and she spends most of the book arguing with herself, whether she should tell her family or not. She's gonna go off to college, got a schoolarship and a place to stay, so she feels like, even if they react badly: She won't be homeless. But on the other hand, there'd be more she'd loose if her family didn't accept her: her parents love.
There was one (1) scene that left a bad taste in my mouth at first, but luckily for me, and that could have had an effect on my rating. I'm not gonna go and say what exactly happend, but: You don't own anyone an outing. If you're not ready - for whatever reason - then you're not ready. End of story. If you - personally - had it easy and you're family accepted and loved you even after you're coming out: cool. But don't assume the world is all sunshine and rainbows. Don't tell other people how they are allowed to be, what's gay enough and what isn't. I got what happend. I understood were both people were coming from, but, when person A realised that they said things that had crossed the line and that weren't cool, and they tried to make up for them, I couldn't help but smile.
Final thoughts:
There's a lot of queer & fat joy in this one and that's why I'm gonna give it 5 stars. I loved it & I'd reccomand it for sure.
February 16, 2024
An adorable coming out story
July 4, 2022
***spoilers little here and there***
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This was an interesting read I love how Xi wasn’t hiding who she was and it shown Kyiana that she didn’t have to hide who she was. Not only that Stefon shown her as well that it’s okay to come out even if your family doesn’t like it. But in the end her family still loved her.
She also got to be with Xi in the end as well. Plus I don’t understand how can you hate or disown someone all because they are gay bi etc when they are still that individual you’ve known your whole life or for a while. Nothing change only there preference. Smh 🤦🏽♀️
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This was an interesting read I love how Xi wasn’t hiding who she was and it shown Kyiana that she didn’t have to hide who she was. Not only that Stefon shown her as well that it’s okay to come out even if your family doesn’t like it. But in the end her family still loved her.
She also got to be with Xi in the end as well. Plus I don’t understand how can you hate or disown someone all because they are gay bi etc when they are still that individual you’ve known your whole life or for a while. Nothing change only there preference. Smh 🤦🏽♀️
December 25, 2022
Not as romantic but still good!
I actually loved Xi's and Ki's parents! Xiomara's parents had been ALL IN in support of their daughters sexual orientation, something Kiyana envied.
She selfishly wanted to hold on to her gay friend as a bf to hide who she was but in the end she supported him and he, in turn, supported her. Both Xi and Ki expected things from the other that neither were okay with, but they settled the issue fairly quickly.
I loved how Ki's parents, even if they were surprised, still showed her love. It's what she needed to cave in and be herself.
Again with all the hiding, it didn't make for a truly romantic story, but it was cute and great story of acceptance and love.
I actually loved Xi's and Ki's parents! Xiomara's parents had been ALL IN in support of their daughters sexual orientation, something Kiyana envied.
She selfishly wanted to hold on to her gay friend as a bf to hide who she was but in the end she supported him and he, in turn, supported her. Both Xi and Ki expected things from the other that neither were okay with, but they settled the issue fairly quickly.
I loved how Ki's parents, even if they were surprised, still showed her love. It's what she needed to cave in and be herself.
Again with all the hiding, it didn't make for a truly romantic story, but it was cute and great story of acceptance and love.
June 10, 2025
Curvy Girls Can’t Date Curvy Girls by Kelsie Stelting
3/5⭐️
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This is a cute book, a little afternoon read or a time filler. But honestly, where was this book when I was 16 and just coming to terms with my own sexuality.
I know I would have loved this book, and validating and is definitely somthing I would have gushed over being in high school. It’s nothing fancy or overly deep, and touches on things lightheartedly and in a teenagerly way. But I know that this would have been the wattpad story I would have loved.
A very very brief intro to basic acceptance and discussion of LGBT+ teens and their families.
3/5⭐️
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This is a cute book, a little afternoon read or a time filler. But honestly, where was this book when I was 16 and just coming to terms with my own sexuality.
I know I would have loved this book, and validating and is definitely somthing I would have gushed over being in high school. It’s nothing fancy or overly deep, and touches on things lightheartedly and in a teenagerly way. But I know that this would have been the wattpad story I would have loved.
A very very brief intro to basic acceptance and discussion of LGBT+ teens and their families.
March 12, 2023
Contains: kisses and maybe one mild use of language. This book moved pretty quickly as most of the drama was about when and how the MC came out. I wish we knew who these MCs were. As far as I remember they aren’t a part of the curvy girls club or curvy girls 2.0 and they aren’t mentioned in any of the previous 10 books. (I could be wrong but I really don’t remember them if they are in previous books). Also, Orion is not visible in California in the summer. It is a winter constellation in the northern hemisphere, just sayin.
June 15, 2023
This was a really fast lovely storyline. I really love Xi and Ki getting together. I really enjoy hearing their story however I felt that it went to fast. I wish I had more time with them also I wish I remember them though out the other books. I love how Xi mom is super supportive for her kids. I understand how hard it must have been for Ki to come out. But love is love. I'm a mom of three and I will be there for my kids no matter. This is one of the fun series I have read and I will miss this series.
September 23, 2022
Kelsie- I am so sorry it took me so long to get to this ARC, but thank you for thinking of me! I love being an ARC reader for you! All opinions are my own.
This was absolutely adorable! What a great sapphic read. I enjoyed watching someone struggle with standards they’ve been upheld too and coming to terms with their sexuality. Xi and Ki were so sweet and I loved their support systems. This is such a heartwarming, feel good story!
This was absolutely adorable! What a great sapphic read. I enjoyed watching someone struggle with standards they’ve been upheld too and coming to terms with their sexuality. Xi and Ki were so sweet and I loved their support systems. This is such a heartwarming, feel good story!
June 18, 2022
Xiomara is the only girl in her high school that opened her sexuality for people to know. She is a lesbian. But it's been a tough journey to self reasurance. Not everybody approves it. Can she face the worls and help Ki, the most popular in her high school accept who she is and find love and happiness together? A proud reading
June 23, 2022
Xi and Ki! I loved every bit of this book. I felt like it really spoke to the challenges of being true to who you are and being brave enough to speak your truth. Overall, this book was heartwarming and left you with all the feels. I have loved each and every one of these books but I have to say this has a slight edge for me. Absolutely amazing!
June 23, 2022
I loved Kelsie’s books the moment I first read them. I was very excited to see that she was writing a WLW. I loved how supportive Xi family was of her & who she was, but with that being said I was sad knowing that a lot of people do not have that support from family and feel like they have to hide who they are. I wished the book was longer. I hope you read and give this book a chance.
February 4, 2023
amazing
I really loved this book. It shows that some people do find it hard coming out but it is worth it in the end.
I’m Pansexual myself and while it was easy to come out to my parents and best friend, the rest of the world I struggled with. I even had people stop talking to me because of it
But I’d never change it at all
I really loved this book. It shows that some people do find it hard coming out but it is worth it in the end.
I’m Pansexual myself and while it was easy to come out to my parents and best friend, the rest of the world I struggled with. I even had people stop talking to me because of it
But I’d never change it at all
March 9, 2024
I am so glad that this story was written. Zi and Kiyana are young girls who felt the pressure of society and stress to 'fit the mould'. Zi accepted herself and had the support of her family while Kiyana his from her reality begins a fake relationship. The story of coming out to a family who absolutely supported her 100% and a new relationship to start college. I love the honesty and feeling.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 18, 2022
Perfect for Pride month. This time in the'Curvy Girls' series we have Xi and Kiyana's story. Even in this day and age it's so hard to be one's self. It's easier to live a lie and be what people want you to be.
Everyone deserves their HEA. You just have to be brave.
Sweet read.
Everyone deserves their HEA. You just have to be brave.
Sweet read.
July 1, 2022
3.5 Stars
✨ The first queer story in the Curvy Girls Club!
💜Xi takes her schooling seriously, but she has had a crush on Kiyana, the cheerleader for awhile. But, Kiyana is not out yet!
💥First off, I was super excited to read this entry into the Curvy Girls series. It brought to light so much more depth to the insecurities of being plus in addition to being gay. The community is as strong as always, which I also love. Since this book is far too short, though, it could have benefitted from more of the community, more "last we saw", and more of the guys. Hopefully this can be remedied in future books as I feel I don't know the 2.0 girls as much as the original. Would also love to see some plus size guys! Overall though this book warmed my heart and I liked it a lot.
My face at the end: 🤗
🍪 I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you to Kelsie for allowing me to read this ahead of publication.
💯 For more details on the books we read, be sure to follow me on TikTok (@zaineylaney). I will give you a list of reasons to read! Or listen to our podcast, Elated Geek, wherever you subscribe.
✨ The first queer story in the Curvy Girls Club!
💜Xi takes her schooling seriously, but she has had a crush on Kiyana, the cheerleader for awhile. But, Kiyana is not out yet!
💥First off, I was super excited to read this entry into the Curvy Girls series. It brought to light so much more depth to the insecurities of being plus in addition to being gay. The community is as strong as always, which I also love. Since this book is far too short, though, it could have benefitted from more of the community, more "last we saw", and more of the guys. Hopefully this can be remedied in future books as I feel I don't know the 2.0 girls as much as the original. Would also love to see some plus size guys! Overall though this book warmed my heart and I liked it a lot.
My face at the end: 🤗
🍪 I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you to Kelsie for allowing me to read this ahead of publication.
💯 For more details on the books we read, be sure to follow me on TikTok (@zaineylaney). I will give you a list of reasons to read! Or listen to our podcast, Elated Geek, wherever you subscribe.
June 23, 2022
I definitely enjoyed reading this book. I was sad it was not as long as the other curvy girl books. It still brought a smile to my face while reading. I did think that the book felt rushed. It was still great but not my favorite of all the books. I hope their story continues.
June 23, 2022
Love is Love
Ki the most popular girl in school, but hides her sexuality from everyone. She keeps it hired well but Xiomara sees Ki and knows the truth. They both become friends and more. The growth with both these characters is amazing and beautiful.
Ki the most popular girl in school, but hides her sexuality from everyone. She keeps it hired well but Xiomara sees Ki and knows the truth. They both become friends and more. The growth with both these characters is amazing and beautiful.
December 25, 2023
I wish this book was longer like the others. Same storyline. But I did like the aspect of supporting and unsupportive family members especially coming from a family that hates me for being gay it made me cry. Happy for the happy ending though!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 29, 2024
This was a quick read. No spice really. It's a high school based romance. I loved the different dynamics of ethnicity! That was beautiful and it was beautiful to see the support of families when they come out.
June 14, 2024
Cute but a little odd. Being “curvy” had nothing to do with the story. It was just about people struggling to find their place in the world… typical high school angst set against the pressures of being a gay teen.
July 4, 2022
5 stars cause it’s: HA gaAAAy
July 28, 2022
Cute everyone deserves love
August 8, 2022
Sweet Romance
This is a sweet little love story with adorable as well as loveable characters this is amazing series definitely must read
This is a sweet little love story with adorable as well as loveable characters this is amazing series definitely must read
February 5, 2023
Another great book by this author 😊😊😊
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