This Week in Queer — Week of May 25, 2026

Queer Book of the Week

Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Published: June 3, 2025

This week, Atmosphere has shown a notable increase, adding 10,256 ratings to reach a total of 877,084. The 1.2% growth not only reflects steady momentum but also indicates strong ongoing interest as it continues to build from last week's numbers.

When compared to other Queer titles, Atmosphere stands out for its consistent performance; while many newer titles are grappling for attention or seeing minimal growth, it's adding a significant number of ratings every week, reinforcing its status as a trending title in this space.

The prevailing excitement around this book is likely fueled by its captivating narrative and the mixture of romance and science fiction, resonating well with readers who are increasingly drawn to stories combining complex emotional relationships with compelling settings.

Stats: 866,828 → 877,084 (+10,256)

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

Published: June 10, 2025

With an addition of 2,002 ratings this week, Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil is also making strides, reaching 197,945 total ratings. This 1.0% growth indicates a solid interest, particularly notable for a major release from a bestselling author.

Stats: 195,943 → 197,945 (+2,002)

The Sun and the Star by Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro

Published: May 2, 2023

Approaching a steady 136 additional ratings this week, The Sun and the Star adds to its current total of 67,267. While its growth rate is modest at 0.20%, it showcases resilience within the competitive market of YA fantasy, holding readers’ interest three years post-release.

Stats: 67,131 → 67,267 (+136)

Hell Followed With Us by Andrew Joseph White

Published: June 7, 2022

Equally showing gradual increase, Hell Followed With Us adds 57 ratings this week to total 35,174 with a growth of 0.16%. This performance further consolidates its status as a poignant work in the genre, despite being released a year ago.

Stats: 35,117 → 35,174 (+57)

Queer Genre Pulse

This week's pulse indicates a positive trend, with total ratings climbing from 1,178,915 last week to 1,191,561 this week, reflecting a net delta of 12,646. This upward momentum reinforces the resilience and increasing affinity towards Queer literature, with various titles enjoying sustained reader interest and contributing to the overall growth.

Pick of the Week goes to Atmosphere — its ability to add over 10,000 ratings in a week positions it ahead of nearly every other competitor in the same timeframe, showcasing a compelling appeal that indicates no signs of slowing down.