Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen Featuring TQ Sims

Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen is thrilled to announce an upcoming virtual event, “Book Banter with TQ Sims,” featuring the author of Lovers in Arms. This exclusive conversation will explore TQ’s latest novel, offering insights into their writing process and the poignant themes of love, loyalty, and transformation that give their work such emotional depth.

Lovers in Arms (Mars + Pan Books, Oct. 2024) may be purchased through Bookshop.org here.

Event Details:

📅 Date: November 21st, 2024

🕒 Time: 6:00pm central

This event is free to the public. No registration required—simply join the live stream on YouTube at the scheduled time by clicking this link: https://www.youtube.com/live/kpWZxBiBDOc?si=-z0xgg5RqYBvG228

About TQ Sims

TQ Sims crafts engaging stories that center Queer characters in supernormal situations. Their sci-fi series The Lovers Universe, including Godspeed, Lovers and Lovers in Arms, follows two men who fall in love while using their psychic powers to battle sentient storms. This compelling tale explores themes of mental health, post-traumatic growth, and the power of found-family.

In 2022, TQ’s short story “The Ritual” was a finalist at the Tennessee Williams and New Orleans Literary Festival, showcasing their talent for blending emotional depth with fantastical elements. Their work has also appeared in Louisiana Words, Beyond Queer Words, and The Queer and Trans Guide to Storms. Residing in New Orleans with their partner and an ever-growing number of cats. Connect with them on Instagram @t.q.sims.

About Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen

Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen is a live event series and podcast featuring insightful conversations with authors and other book industry folks. Through interviews and discussions, the series aims to connect readers with the stories and authors they love in new and engaging ways.

About Rayna Nielsen

Rayna Nielsen is a writer, career indie bookseller, and creator/host of the event series Book Banter with Rayna Nielsen. With years of experience in the indie book world, she is passionate about storytelling and fostering literary communities, Rayna connects with authors, readers, and industry experts, creating a space for meaningful conversations. Away from Book Banter, Rayna enjoys exploring the world, reading, and brainstorming ideas for her next creative project. She is currently the Event Specialist at Blue Cypress Books in New Orleans, LA.