The LGBTQ Almanac

Influential! Remarkable! Groundbreaking! Discover and celebrate the amazing stories and achievements of some of America’s most inspiring artists, athletes, scholars, advocates and activists, political and civic leaders, entrepreneurs, physicians, educators, and more. Explore the vibrant experiences and vital roles of LGBTQ people in America!
Honoring the history and the impact of LGBTQ people on the United States across a variety of fields, The LGBTQ Almanac: 500 Years of Queer Culture in American History is a fascinating mix of biographies, little-known or misunderstood historical facts, enlightening essays on significant legislation, and cultural changes. It features a large collection of 425 biographies of both celebrated and lesser-known influencers in the community, such as …
- Julie Dorf , Human Rights Activist - Ruth Ellis, Entrepreneur - Cecilia Gentili and Shirley Willer, Activists - Lucy Diggs Slowe, Educator, Athlete - Brandan Robertson, Religious leader - Jasper Johns, Painter, Graphic Artist - John Waters, Director - Nathan Lane, Actor - RuPaul, Entertainer, Television Host - Ben Barres, Neurobiologist - William Masters and Virginia Johnson, Scientists, Sexologists - Tammy Baldwin, Senator - Pete Buttigieg, Secretary of Transportation - Sarah McBride, Congresswoman - Phyllis Frye, Lawyer, Judge - James Hormel, Business Executive, Diplomat - Mary Barra, Chair and CEO, General Motors - Beth Ford, President and CEO, Land O'Lakes, Inc. - Eric Fanning, Secretary of the Army - Helen G. James, Airman Second Class - Megan Rapinoe, Soccer Player - Brittney Griner, WNBA Basketball Player - Lia Thomas, Swimmer - And many, many more!
Celebrating Queer history and achievements, The LGBTQ Almanac is a unique and valuable resource. This fascinating read is devoted to illustrating the moving and often lost history of LGBTQ people in business, politics, the military, art, entertainment, sports, media, religion, science, and across America life and throughout its history. Commemorating and honoring Queer achievements, honors, and influence, this important book brings to light all there is to admire and discover about LGBTQ Americans! Numerous photographs and illustrations, a helpful bibliography, a timeline, and an extensive index add to its usefulness.

Deborah G. Felder is the author of more than 20 publications, including fiction and nonfiction books and articles for middle grade, young adult, and adult readers. Her books include Visible Ink Press’ The American Women’s Almanac, which was honored as an Outstanding Reference Source in 2021 by the American Library Association. She also authored The 100 Most Influential Women of All Time: A Ranking Past and Present; and A Century of Women: The Most Influential Events in Twentieth-Century Women’s History. She has written book reviews for The New York Times Book Review, Kirkus Reviews, and Publishers Weekly. She resides in Massachusetts.