February 2, 2026
February marks LGBTQ+ History Month in the UK—and this year, we’re celebrating the brilliant minds who’ve pushed the boundaries of Science and Innovation. From cracking unbreakable codes to pioneering life-saving medical techniques, LGBTQIA+ scientists, thinkers and trailblazers have been shaping our world for centuries.
To shine a light on these remarkable figures, our Content team has curated a collection of nonfiction books perfect for classrooms, libraries and curious readers of all ages. These reads open the door to powerful true stories filled with discovery, resilience, creativity, and the courage to break new ground.
Whether you’re interested in the logic of legendary codebreakers, the boldness of boundary‑pushing surgeons, or the journeys of influential historical icons, these books invite students and teachers alike to explore the diverse people who helped shape science, technology, medicine, history and culture as we know it.
Pride in: STEM by Emilie Dufresne
Middle Years, Ages 9 to 13 | Quiz #238402 | BL 6.7 | BookLife
Learn about scientists and engineers from across the LGBTQIA+ community who celebrate who they are and never stop fighting for what they believe in.
Alan Turing by Isabel Sánchez Vegara, illustrated by Ashling Lindsay
Lower Years, Ages 5 to 8 | Quiz #238315 | BL 5.5 | Frances Lincoln
Discover the life of Alan Turing, the genius code cracker and father of theoretical computer science and artificial intelligence who cracked the Enigma code.
Queer, There, and Everywhere: 23 People Who Changed the World by Sarah Prager, illustrated by Zoe More O’Ferrall
Upper Years, Ages 14 Plus | Quiz #238381 | BL 8.0 | HarperCollins
In this LGBTQ history book for teens, riveting facts are combined with a pop culture vibe to chronicle the lives of 23 influential queer figures from the Roman Empire through to the present.
The Mysterious Life of Dr Barry: A Surgeon Unlike Any Other by Lisa Williamson
Middle Years, Ages 9 to 13 | Quiz #241407 | BL 6.7 | Pushkin
Dr James Barry is famous, serving as Inspector General of Hospitals throughout the British Empire. A brilliant surgeon, bold reformer and prickly individual known for his fierce temper, he has a secret he is determined no one should learn.
There are more nonfiction titles to explore. Use Bookfinder’s advanced search page to discover more LGBTQ+ stories that are quizzed for Accelerated Reader. These can be found under the topic “LGBTQIA+”. Which titles celebrating queer history would you like to see quizzed? You can request titles using the Suggest Quizzes page. Happy quizzing!