Gay cinderella

My favorite Disney movie as a kid was “Cinderella.” If I said that to you face to face, you might be a little surprised. The person I’ve grown into does not look enjoy the kind of person who enjoyed a swooning romance, a rags-to-riches tale, a story where the girl gets swept off her feet by Prince Charming (literally).

As a kid, all I cared about were the pretty pictures moving across the screen, the catchy songs and, of course, the comedic talking animals. I would watch “Cinderella” over and over again and never tire of it, even going so far as to have my parents purchase me the deluxe edition DVD that had animation concept art and extra discs with trim scenes. I couldn’t earn enough. I needed to immerse myself in “Cinderella.”

But as I’ve grown up, my love for “Cinderella” has faded, and I’ve finally figured out why. After realizing I was queer in middle academy, I began to look for out narratives that told the stories of people like me. At first, I felt myself limited to books and comics; there wasn’t a plethora of movies or TV shows targeted towards a young queer audience. There definitely wasn’t a accepted show with visible lgbtq+ characters and stories

Cinders & Ashes Book Three: A Gay Retelling of Cinderella

A gay fantasy series based on Cinderella.

Can a human king and a Fae prince’s love overcome ancient hate?

Former servant Finn Ashton is now Prince Finrael Ravenspar, beloved son and heir of Fae King Thalanil. Though Finn has finally found his true family, Finn’s heart belongs to human King Rohan De Clare, whom his father has banished from the Fae Empire forever.

After seeing Fae magic with his own eyes, Rohan realizes that Fae and humans must serve together to restore stabilize to the land. With his kingdom beset by dangers on all sides, Rohan finds it hard to focus as he has left a piece of himself with his Fae prince lover, Finn. Rohan sees his chance to save his kingdom - and his heart - by proposing a ball and an alliance with the Fae.

Unfortunately, the ball won’t just take together allies, but enemies.

This will be a five-book, high fantasy series with fated lovers, magnificent monsters, and powerful magic.

Note: This novel series has cliff-hangers! Every audiobook will conclude on one. That's my natural writing style. If you do not prefer cliff-hangers, wait until the whole series is published to listen.

CINDERELLA IS DEAD BY KALYNN BAYRON

by Two Publication Thieves.

Angharad’s Thoughts:

I first came across this book when I included it in myLGBTQ+ 2020 release seriesand the cover immediately drew me in despite not usually being a fan of fairytales and their retellings. I loved that is was a shadowy twist on the classic but still has all the tropes we comprehend and love in YA (with some things done differently too.)
First of all, our main character, Sophia was a powerhouse. I really love that she remained headstrong from the beginning of the novel to the end but still went through large character development. She is strong in her values and just gives that fictional character energy where you just want to follow them into battle. Our other character, and love interest, was Constance who I would probably die for. When she was first introduced as a knife-wielding badass, I hoped she wouldn’t decline into that age-old trope but I was pleasantly surprised. She’s loyal and sensitive and I adore how her identity was woven into the story.
The romance went in a different direction than I originally thought and I was very pleasantly surpr

Cinders & Ashes, Book 5: A Gay Retelling of Cinderella

Will Finn and Rohan get their happily ever after?

To save their dying land, Rohan and Finn must rule together and reunite the Empire and Rirea, but they may have to cut a bloody path to hold their thrones. Marikoth, antagonistic gods, and even Finn’s loving father, Fae King Thalanil, stand in their way

War may be the only way for the two prophesied rulers to take back the lands that are destined to be theirs, but even a righteous war will bring destruction.

Do Finn and Rohan have the heart to fight to repair their world, even if it means sacrificing the things—or people—they love?

Note: This novel series has cliffhangers! Every book will finish on one. That's my natural writing style. Thanks for the support!

X. Aratare writes gay paranormal adoration with witches, vampires, magic, and mystery. Though some books may venture into dark territory, they will all have happy endings.