“Reading And They Lived was like a jolt of lightning to my soul. Compulsively readable, unapologetically human, and refreshingly original, this is a modern gay fairy tale that will turn even the most jaded reader into a hopeless romantic.” - Nicolas DiDomizio, author of Burn It All Down My heart didn't stand a chance-I loved it from once upon a time all the way to its joyfully complex ever after.” - Becky Albertalli, New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. “Steven Salvatore writes complicated love stories with such sincerity, thoughtfulness, and emotional resonance. This book is a true delight.” - Dahlia Adler, author of Cool for the Summer “Captures all the best and most terrifying parts of loving both yourself and others, masterfully balancing a dreamy romance with the raw honesty it takes to sustain it. Chase will have to learn to love-and be enough for-himself, while discovering what it means to truly live. Jack internalized a lot of homophobia from his parents and childhood best friend, who unexpectedly visit campus, which threatens to destroy their relationship. But Chase throws everything into question for Jack, who is still discovering his sexual identity, having grown up in close-knit conservative family. Then Chase meets Jack Reid, a pragmatic poet who worships words and longs to experience life outside of his sheltered world. If only he can pull together a short for the freshman animation showcase at the end of the semester. When Chase starts his freshman year of college, he has to navigate being away from home and missing his sister, finding his squad, and contending with his ex-best friend Leila who is gunning for the same exclusive mentorship. The characters are so bright, the emotion is so vibrant, and the love is exquisitely electric.' - Jason June, author of Jay's Gay AgendaĬhase Arthur is a budding animator and hopeless romantic obsessed with Disney films and finding his true love, but he's plagued with the belief that he's not enough for anyone: he's recovering from an eating disorder and suffers from body dysmorphia fueled by his father, and can't quite figure out his gender identity. I loved it from once upon a time all the way to its joyfully complex ever after.' - New York Times bestselling author Becky Albertalli From the author of Can't Take That Away comes a sex-positive, fairytale-inspired YA novel that celebrates first love and self-acceptance, perfect for fans of What If It's Us.

And they lived by steven salvatore