Reading the Rainbow is hosted by the LGBTQ+ staff of the Dauphin County Library System in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. We work with tens of thousands of books. When we come across a great queer story, we want everyone to know about it! From scifi and contemporary, to romance and YA, we'll read it all, as long as it's good and gay!
The truly riveting Meg Day joins cohosts Ben and Samantha in this episode as they discuss Day's book, Last Psalm at Sea Level. Meg describes their inspiration for this breathtaking collection of poetry , from Donne and deafness, to simply wanting to be seen for who you are. An hour has never gone by so quickly!
If you're interested in reading Last Psalm at Sea Level after listening to this episode, consider borrowing it from your local library or purchasing it from an independent bookstore!
15 Jul 2026
Library staff's formative reads
Reflecting on how far books have come in LGBTQ+ presentation since we were kids, Ben and Jamie discuss some of the books that made an impact on them in their journeys.
Books discussed:
Gilda Trillim: Shepherdess of Rats by Steven L. Peck
The Bachelor Brothers Bed & Breakfast by Bill Richardson
Faking It by Jennifer Crusie
Shakesqueer by Madhavi Menon
We Burn So Bright by TJ Klune
Tales of the City by Armistead Maupin
The Lady's Guide to Celestial Mechanics by Olivia Waite
Angels in America by Tony Kushner
The Witches of Thistle Grove by Lana Harper
Sorcery and Small Magics by Maiga Doocy
15 Jul 2026
Live from Rainbow Makers Fair!
Recorded at the Dauphin County Library System's Rainbow Makers' Fair on 6/20/26, Amber interviews makers and attendees to find out their favorite queer books and tropes!
Thank you so much for listening. We're honored to have been a part of your lives!
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