Love and Video Games

"The mythology in the video game is well researched and diverse, and the book presents a wide representation of LGBTQIA+ identities, backgrounds, and abilities. The deft depiction of the video game as a reflection of the team’s real-life challenges, as well as their safe space and escape, will be relatable to gamers."—School Library Journal

“Love and Video Games is a gaymer’s paradise! Full of worlds you could get lost in for hours, characters you root for as they level-up at life, and a budding romance that deserves to be at the top of the leaderboards, Zachary Sergi’s latest should not be missed!”—Jason June, New York Times bestselling author

"Love and Video Games will have you tearing up, staying at the very edge of your seat, laughing out loud, and feeling absolute joy. With action, swoons, S-tier levels of fun, and well-crafted characters that feel like friends, it is a warm hug of a book that will stay with readers long after the final boss (or page)." 
 —Justine Pucella Winans, award-winning author of BIANA TORRE IS AFRAID OF EVERYTHING

"I didn't think I could be so immersed in a game that lives on the pages of a book, but Zachary Sergi got his hooks in me and didn't let go until the final boss—er, I mean, the final page. LOVE AND VIDEO GAMES is an enchanting tale for gamers with secret crushes, warriors fighting hidden battles, and those of us who've escaped into a fantastical world only to end up more connected to the real one."—Robbie Couch, New York Times bestselling author

“A gift of a book. Like any good video game, this love story is filled with extra heart, excellent Easter eggs, and characters you’ll remember after the final level.”—James Acker, author of the Stonewall Honor Book THE LONG RUN and TEENAGE DIRTBAGS

“A triumphant queer romance about the unlimited potential to be the hero of your own story!”—Adam Sass, award-winning author of THE 99 BOYFRIENDS OF MICAH SUMMERS

"Thanks to Love and Video Games, queer YA receives a buff! With a unique gaming world, swoony romance, and characters that are so easy to fall in love with and root for, Sergi has created a perfect combo."
 —Erik J. Brown, author of ALL THAT'S LEFT IN THE WORLD and THE ONLY LIGHT LEFT BURNING

“A fun, fast, and fabulous read, Love and Video Games has something for every reader: authentic queer teen romance, deep friendships, real world mythology, and tons of gaming action. It’s mythologically queer and nerdy—my perfect good time. I know it’ll be yours, too.”—M. K. England, author of THE ONE TRUE ME & YOU and ROLL FOR LOVE

"Love and Video Games is a heartfelt, warm, hug of a book! With heart, thoughtful disability rep, found family, and a tender queer romance, Love and Video Games is bound to leave a lasting impression on readers. Sergi has crafted a world that’s as magical as it is meaningful and will engage readers with the turn of every page!"—Hannah v. Sawyerr, critically acclaimed author of ALL THE FIGHTING PARTS and TRUTH IS