Books like Queer as Folklore

A delightful story with a YA protagonist that didn't feel like the story was talking down to said YA protagonist. I love how T. Kingfisher’s writing blends a serious plot with a lightly humorous style. The use of creative magical baking was a ton of fun, while the subtle social commentary was satisfying without being heavy-handed. Also, a nice blend of cozy elements with enough stakes and action to make things interesting. A pleasure all around.

I've always liked Joanne Harris's short fairy tales that she has posted online over the years. This book spins an original fairy tale about the ill-fated love between the Moth King and the Butterfly Queen, and intersperses it with a time-shifting urban fantasy set in London - which turns out to be the same story. As someone who lives close to the home of the Cottingley Fairies, I love the link between glass plate photography, lepidoptery and fairies. I also like the idea that, when walking in a place like London, with centuries of history overlaid, you can slip through the veil into another age, or it can slip into yours. I was fortunate enough to hear Joanne Harris speak on this book at Bradford Literature Festtival, and to have my book signed by her. It was great to hear her insights into the themes of the book, but it's… show more.