Sarah Hashimoto

Hispanic Heritage Month marks the achievements, histories, and cultures of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, including people from Indigenous and Afro-Latino communities. The following books celebrate the diverse contributions and experiences of Hispanic and Latine people and include literary fiction, historical fiction, memoirs, poetry, and more.

Disability Pride Month commemorates the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which President George H. W. Bush signed into law on July 26, 1990. In recognition of this month-long observance, the following list promotes the destigmatization of disability, combats ableism, celebrates visibility, and honors the accomplishments, influence, strengths, and joys of the disability community. These books and those selected in previous years are available as a downloadable spreadsheet.

First proclaimed Gay and Lesbian Pride Month in 1999 and expanded by President Obama in 2011, LGBTQIA+ Pride Month commemorates the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City and celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community. The following titles, ranging from fantasy and short stories to memoir and biography, honor the experiences, legacies, and accomplishments of LGBTQIA+ people. These books and those selected in previous years are available as a downloadable spreadsheet. FICTION Belcourt, Billy-Ray.