{"title":"Lydia Conklin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by the talented author Lydia Conklin. Known for their poignant storytelling and ability to delve deep into the intricacies of human emotions, Conklin's writing captivates readers with vivid characters and nuanced narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLydia Conklin is particularly celebrated for the book \u003cem\u003eRainbow Rainbow\u003c\/em\u003e, a collection that explores the complexities of identity, belonging, and love through a series of interconnected stories. Each tale is crafted with sensitivity and insight, capturing moments of wonder and struggle with a deft touch. The narrative often reflects Conklin's unique perspective, offering readers an honest exploration of life's diverse experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders interested in general fiction with rich layers of meaning and eloquent prose will find Lydia Conklin's work an enriching addition to their library. Whether you're new to their stories or a long-time admirer, this collection promises to engage and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the compelling world of Lydia Conklin's literature today and immerse yourself in stories that resonate with truth and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rainbow-rainbow-by-lydi-conklin-9781398508552","title":"Rainbow Rainbow","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA collection of stories that celebrate the humour, darkness, and depth of emotion of the queer and trans experience that’s not typically represented: liminal or uncertain identities, queer conception, and queer joy.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this delightful debut collection of prize-winning stories, queer, gender-nonconforming, and trans characters struggle to find love and forgiveness, despite their sometimes comic, sometimes tragic mistakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn one story, a young lesbian tries to have a baby with her lover using an unprofessional sperm donor and a high-powered, rainbow-coloured cocktail. In another, a fifth-grader explores gender identity by dressing as an ox – instead of a matriarch – for a class Oregon Trail reenactment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, a nonbinary person on the eve of top surgery dangerously experiments with an open relationship during the height of the COVID crisis. With insight and compassion, debut author Lydi Conklin takes their readers to a meeting of a queer feminist book club and to a convention for trans teenagers, revealing both the dark and lovable sides of their characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stories in \u003ci\u003eRainbow Rainbow\u003c\/i\u003e will make you laugh and wince, sometimes at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46551051501804,"sku":"9781398508552","price":32.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25539373482685.jpg?v=1749990994"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/lydia-conklin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}