Scotland has always been a land of loud voices and LGBT+ authors are no exception.
With themes of unrequited love, hot passion, social history or even LGBT+ history month these Scottish authors have a voice. There’s room for every voice and every story matters.
Keep an eye out for authors who challenge, who celebrate queer joy, who explore intersections of identity and who reflect the diversity within Scotland itself. From established names to new voices Scotland’s LGBT+ writing scene is alive and kicking.
Why Read LGBT+ Authors?
Reading LGBT+ authors from Scotland or anywhere in Britain can amplify underheard voices, challenge stereotypes and celebrate the complexity of human experience. Whatever the genre you’ll probably come away feeling more connected, more informed or more inspired.
LGBT+ Scottish authors write from unique perspectives that can offer fresh insights into love, friendship, struggle, triumph and everyday life. And for readers who are LGBT+ seeing themselves in stories can be incredibly affirming.
Explore Voices from Across Britain
From the Highlands of Scotland to the streets of London the British LGBT+ literary community is as diverse as the country itself. You’ll find poets, playwrights, novelists, memoirists and genre-defying authors writing stories that reflect the full spectrum of identity and experience.
Browse for LGBT+ Authors from England, LGBT+ Authors from Northern Ireland, or LGBT+ Authors from Wales. Find new authors from across Britain today!
FAQs About LGBT+ Authors from Scotland
Are LGBT+ authors from Scotland widely published?
Yes they are! You’ll find them with big publishers, indie presses and new platforms. Scottish LGBT+ authors are also regularly shortlisted for literary awards and festivals.
Are there any LGBT+ authors who write thrillers?
There are many great LGBT+ authors across all genres! One such Scottish writer is Louise Welsh, she is an author based in Glasgow and is an author of short stories, psychological thrillers, three plays and even an opera. In 2004, she received the Corine Literature Prize.
Do LGBT+ authors always label their books as queer literature?
No. Some books are out and proud, some are more subtle. Some authors don’t want to be boxed in at all!
How can I support LGBT+ Scottish writers?
Good question! Buy their books, share your favourite reads. Leave reviews and tell your friends!