Join our Book Club on Tuesday, May 16, for an engaging discussion of the novel, "Last Night at the Telegraph Club" by Malinda Lo. The novel tells the story of love between two girls and is set in San Francisco's Chinatown during the height of the Red-Scare of the 1950s. Book Club is the perfect opportunity to connect with other LGBTQ+ professionals and allies, share our thoughts and insights each month, and expand our understanding of others with stories and perspectives through queer literature. We welcome everyone to join us for a lively discussion and engaging conversation. Grab your copy of this month's novel and mark your calendars for an unforgettable discussion.
About the Novel & Author
"Last Night at the Telegraph Club" is a captivating historical novel that takes place in 1950s San Francisco. The book tells the story of Lily, a Chinese-American teenager who is coming of age during the height of McCarthyism and the Red Scare. As she discovers her own queer identity, she finds herself drawn to the Telegraph Club, a lesbian bar in the heart of the city. The novel explores themes of identity, community, and resistance, and offers a vivid and immersive glimpse into LGBTQ+ life in the 1950s.
Malinda Lo is a critically acclaimed writer and a leading voice in the LGBTQ+ literary community. She has published several novels, including "Ash," "Huntress," and "A Line in the Dark," which have been praised for their powerful storytelling, nuanced characters, and LGBTQ+ representation. Lo is also a co-founder of the Diversity in YA project, which seeks to promote diversity and inclusion in young adult literature.
Register to Attend
Join us for our Book Club meeting on May 16 at the LGBT Center! Bring your copy of the book, grab a friend or colleague, and get ready to discuss it together! Tickets are $10 to cover the cost of the room rental.
About Book Club
The Build Out Alliance book club brings members of our community together, from avid reader to short story dabbler, around many LGBTQ+ voices captured by the written word. Our meetings include open and honest conversations about each book, where we welcome all critiques and opinions. Many of these books are an opportunity to educate ourselves about queer history and identity, often linked to some of the most pressing issues we face today. Book Club's range of selections intentionally promote insight into a wide spectrum of topics, identities, and stories within the LGBTQ+ community.