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