Ηeartstopper by Alice Oseman
Juliana Cortes, Public Relations & Communications Specialist

I highly recommend this book to anyone with kids or young people in their family, as this is a great introduction to the LGBTQ+ community, their members’ challenges, and ways to support anyone exploring their sexual orientation or identity. Heartstopper is an Inspiring, relatable and romantic story that discusses an evolving friendship between two athletic students that blossoms into romance between. My all time favorite character is Nick, because he goes through a journey of self-discovery while remaining positive, true to himself, and supportive of his friends and loved ones.

Red, White and Royal Blue, by Casey McQuiston
Elena Tsakiridou, Client Service, Associate Manager, and member of the book club

This book’s plot revolves around a forbidden love, as a prestigious prince of the UK falls in love with a well-known persona of the US. This book has gone viral on TikTok and this is one of the main reasons I discovered it. I would like someone to read it because it’s enjoyable,  gives you a better understanding of how different personalities react in specific situations and how love can challenge societal norms.

Special – Series on Netflix, 2018
Gabriel Dickson, B2B Surveys Associate 

This show depicts the superficial and harsh truth of the LGBTQ+ community, while breaking the stereotypes about disabilities-  being disabled does not mean that there’s a limitation for living your best self. These series are just simply hilarious, authentic, and challenging! I really loved Kim’s character, because she was owning her sexuality and exuded confidence and positivity.

Carol, 2005
Simone Georgiou, Client Protection Associate

If I had to describe this movie with 3 words, these would be: Unexpected, suspenseful, visually stunning. Carol is one of my favorite movies. It resonates with me on an emotional level, while successfully conveying the message that love is love: it has no age, no gender, nor societal barriers. The story takes place in the 50’s, where one married woman with a family meets one girl and falls in love with her. Their worlds intertwine and soon, the protagonist is facing a serious dilemma: will she choose true love or the facade of a seemingly happy life?