Gay royalty books
The gay royal romance novel is having a moment: 'Everybody deserves a gleeful ending'
You know the narrative. A dashing young prince sweeps a beautiful peasant off her glass slipper-sized feet and they live happily ever after – usually thanks to a twinkling tap of magic.
But what if that beautiful peasant was a man instead of a woman?
Welcome to the era of the gay royal romance novel.
A quick Google search for "LGBTQ royal romance" unveils a cornucopia of queer royal content faster than you can utter Queen Elizabeth. From "Her Royal Highness" to "The Spare" and more, readers can bow down and buy.
One such offering, out Tuesday, is "Playing the Palace" by Paul Rudnick (Berkley, pp.), which follows the unlikely but sweet romance between New York event planner Carter and British royal Prince Edgar.
Check out: USA TODAY's weekly Best-selling BooklistThe pair meet – and flirt – ahead of a press conference Carter helps facilitate and quickly become entangled in each other's lives. From dates at IHOP to Carter's sister's wedding to international appearances together, the pair
About Prince Manvendra &#; Duke deAndre
A Royal Commitment
“A Royal Commitment: Ten Years of Marriage and Activism” opens in the corridors of a royal dynasty in India, steeped in tradition and history, and delves into the complexities of marriage, identity, and LGBTQIA+ rights advocacy. Prince Manvendra and Duke DeAndre’s journey as gay royal partners began in , marking a historic moment as the first same-sex royal couple to marry in India. Their wedding was not just a ceremony but a celebration of love triumphing over adversity, blending cultural traditions with a challenge to societal norms.
As activists at the forefront of a social movement, Prince Manvendra and Duke DeAndre share their struggles and triumphs in the fight for equality and acceptance. From Prince Manvendra’s pivotal appearance on “Oprah” to their experiences networking and collaborating with celebrities and thought leaders, the authors never waver in their dedication to social justice causes. They share the highs and lows of their personal and professional lives, their life’s mission to form the world a bette
I&#;ve been a fan of this author&#;s since way back when, so I&#;m delighted to reveal the cover of Cale Dietrich&#;s upcoming YA romance, &#;a gay YA spin on The Princess Diaries&#; entitled The Rules of Royalty, releasing December 10, from Wednesday Books! Here&#;s the story:
Two princes from neighboring countries fall into a whirlwind romance in this sparkling spin on The Princess Diaries by Cale Dietrich.
Jamie Johnson has never been the centre of attention, and he’s perfectly okay with that. His entire world unravels as a hidden truth emerges: he&#;s the heir to the throne of Mitanor, a sun-drenched southern European country. When an invitation to spend the summer in his father&#;s palace arrives, Jamie gets a chance to learn more about the man he never thought he’d gather &#; and what it means to be royalty.
Meanwhile, in a northern European kingdom known for its cold climate and stoic royals, Erik Lindström, the spare prince, grapples with the upcoming marriage of his golden-boy elder brother. With the country’s spotlight trained on his family more than ever, Erik f
Attention all royal romance guide lovers: we’ve got books just like Red, Pale, and Royal Blue for you! All the adj pining, royal angst, and witty banter that made you fall for McQuiston’s breakout can be initiate in these pages. Confidence me when I state you’re going to noun for these queer royal romance books just as hard as Henry and Alex did into the royal wedding cake. There are princes, princesses, and even a duke and duchess or two. But more importantly, there are secret romances, fake relationships, and all the socio-political intrigue that comes from dating a royal.
For those of you who have been eagerly anticipating the movie adaptation and hoping it lives up to expectations — I see you. And for those of you now feeling conflicted because of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes — I notice you, too. Current guidelines aren’t asking for a boycott so you’re not helping anyone (writers, actors, or crew) by not watching the movie. But you can support them by donating to the Entertainment Community Fund while the studios continue to refuse to pay creatives a fair wage.
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