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Book Besties Season 8 Episode 19: The Betrayal of Thomas True

Book Besties Season 8 Episode 19: The Betrayal of Thomas True

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Take a trip through time to London in the 1700s. This week the Besties sit down with author A.J. West to discuss his absolutely moving book The Betrayal of Thomas True. Join us as we discuss queer historical fiction, developing a story for an American release, and why authentic representation matters.

Things talked about in this episode:

  • A.J. West: https://ajwestauthor.com/
  • ALA Library Bill of Rights: https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill
  • Mother Clap’s Molly House: https://bit.ly/4jDeIsx
  • Queer History Tiktokers: https://bit.ly/44a2K5a (Yester Queers) & https://bit.ly/4k1evQl (Dr. Anthony Delany)
  • A.J West Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajwestauthor/
  • Blackwell’s Shop for A.J. West’s books: https://bit.ly/45QBU3h
  • Interview with a Vampire: https://bit.ly/4kFeeng

Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books. Follow the Book Besties on Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube. If you'd like to contact the Book Besties, please email us at bookbestiespod@gmail.com or visit our website bookbestiespodcast.com. You can support the Book Besties by joining our Patreon at Book Besties Podcast.

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