University Libraries' Queer Book Club: All Us Saints
The University Libraries' Queer Book Club, in partnership with the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC), will be meeting to discuss September's queer book pick, All Us Saints by Katherine Packert Burke. Join us as we discuss key themes of the book, what we loved, what we didn't love, and more!
Can't wait until the end of the month to start discussing the book? Join us over on the Queer Book Club Discussion channel via Discord to get a jump start!
Registration is not required but is greatly appreciated.
- Date:
- Wednesday, September 30, 2026
- Time:
- 6:00pm - 7:00pm
- Time Zone:
- Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
- Location:
- Vault Meeting Room (LI B45) (Map )
- Campus:
- The Uptown Campus
- Audience:
- Open Public / Open to all
- Categories:
- Programs
More about this month's book selection
"Exactly 19 years ago, in May of 1992, 17-year-old Roland St. Cloud fatally stabbed his twin sister Edna's three best friends. The slaying became instant tabloid fodder leading to a bestselling true-crime book and horror movie franchise. Each year on the anniversary of her family's undoing, Edna reenacts the murders. She is joined by her husband, Roger, the night's definitive chronicler; her younger sister Calla, a failed playwright who spends her days lost in online gaming; her younger brother James and his girlfriend Heather; and her teenage daughter Wren. Together, the St. Cloud family seals the windows and doors of the house and lights a grim candle. After their macabre theatrics there's nothing to do but wait for dawn, talk among themselves, and remember. All Us Saints is a literary family drama packaged as a two-act play. Behind the curtain, Packert Burke unveils Roland's childhood as a closeted trans girl in the early 90s and offers a brilliant and scathing commentary on the cisgender gaze." - Provided by Publisher
About Queer Book Club
The Queer Book Club was formed as a collaborative effort between the University Libraries and the Gender and Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC). This inclusive and welcoming space is dedicated to exploring the diverse narratives within the LGBTQ+ spectrum through the lens of literature. Join us monthly for engaging discussions, thoughtful reflections, and an opportunity to connect with fellow book enthusiasts who share a passion for queer literature. Whether you're a member of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally seeking to broaden your perspectives, our Queer Book Club provides a platform to explore and celebrate the rich tapestry of LGBTQ+ experiences.
