Let Them Stare

Let Them Stare by Jonathan Van Ness and Julie Murphy follows Sully, a gender-nonconforming teen stuck in their small Pennsylvania hometown after a fashion internship falls through. When Sully discovers a vintage bag haunted by the ghost of Rufus, a 1950s drag performer, they embark on a journey to uncover Rufus’s forgotten past and the queer history of their own town. This heartwarming story blends paranormal mystery, romance, and coming-of-age themes to celebrate self-discovery, chosen family, and the importance of preserving queer narratives.