This Week in Queer — Week of June 29, 2026

Most Read Queer Books This Week

Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Published: June 3, 2025

Joan Goodwin's journey from a professor to a pioneer in NASA’s space shuttle program unfolds in Atmosphere. Through friendships and love, she questions her place in the cosmos as she makes her mark among the stars. The novel weaves elements of romance and historical fiction, offering a perspective on love and ambition set against the backdrop of 1980s NASA.

Stats: 917,750 → 928,820 (+11,070) — A re-entry in the charts, it debuted to strong numbers, reflecting a steady engagement since its release, and adds consistent growth of 1.2% this week.

Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab

Published: June 10, 2025

This genre-defying novel explores themes of hunger, love, and rage through intertwined stories spanning centuries. With vivid characters navigating their desires and struggles against societal constraints, Schwab's work reinforces her reputation as a leading voice in contemporary fantasy and LGBTQ+ literature.

Stats: 207,152 → 209,957 (+2,805) — The book shows a solid 1.4% growth this week, indicative of sustained interest as it settles into its place in the market.

Rising in Queer

Heartstopper: Volume Six by Alice Oseman

Published: July 7, 2026

The concluding chapter in Oseman's celebrated series depicts the evolving relationship between Nick and Charlie as they face the realities of young adulthood. Entirely capturing the nuances of teenage love, the graphic novel addresses pertinent issues including mental health.

Stats: 3,478 → 3,647 (GROWTH, +169) — A debut with a 4.9% growth this week, clearly showing a strong initial reception and anticipation building around the final volume in this beloved series.

Queer Pick of the Week

This week's standout is Heartstopper: Volume Six for its impressive 4.9% growth in its debut week. Given its significance as the final installment in a beloved series, it’s no surprise that readers are eager to engage with this conclusion. With rising ratings, this graphic novel is capturing attention as fans prepare to say goodbye to Nick and Charlie's story.