{"product_id":"guarding-gus-cozy-fantasy-ages-13-lgbtqia-rep-book-1-of-3-the-gus-chronicles-positive-masculinity-paperback","title":"Guarding Gus: Cozy fantasy Ages 13+ LGBTQIA+ rep, Book 1 of 3 The Gus Chronicles positive masculinity - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eKarryn Nagel\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho knew that a simple trip to the hardware store could change your fate forever...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe newly confirmed existence of magical creatures hadn't really affected Nico. He had more on his mind, like his transition and his job guarding bonsai. That was until his chance meeting with Brant, a veteran who dreams of opening a bakery truck. The mismatched duo strike up an unexpected friendship when they discover an abandoned baby gargoyle, Gustopher.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe men set off on a tumultuous adventure to protect their charge and reunite with its rightful owner. It's tricky to care for a rare animal, even among magickind. \u003cem\u003eWhat do gargoyles eat, anyway?\u003c\/em\u003e Not to mention how do they deal with its skin that turns to stone or flying off after every distraction. Enter Remi, an eccentric vampire obsessed with cheese, who seems to know more than he's willing to say about Gus's kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Nico and Brant brave the gangsters, vampires, NHL champions, and the trials of foster parenthood to find where Gus belongs? Will they be able to give Gus up if they do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the Series: Welcome to the cozy adventures of \u003c\/em\u003eThe Gus Chronicles, \u003cem\u003e where we explore the topic of gendered rights, positive masculinity, and the true power of diversity. Dive into a world of magical realism so close to our own, and see a reason to hope.\u003c\/em\u003eGuarding Gus \u003cem\u003eis a cozy, urban fantasy of unlikely friendships, magical creatures, and how acceptance can make your world brighter and stronger. Perfect for fans of \u003c\/em\u003eLegends \u0026amp; Lattes, Cursed Cocktails\u003cem\u003e, and Terry Pratchett's \u003c\/em\u003eDiscworld\u003cem\u003e series.\u003c\/em\u003eContent details: This book is intended for adults, but can also be enjoyed by teenagers 13-18. The themes are positive masculinity, chosen family, friendship, and adoption.\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 164\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.35 x 8 x 5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 25, 2023\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53485520716083,"sku":"9780989345170","price":11.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/s3xxpj-vy.myshopify.com\/products\/guarding-gus-cozy-fantasy-ages-13-lgbtqia-rep-book-1-of-3-the-gus-chronicles-positive-masculinity-paperback","provider":"The Celestial Starlit Phoenix ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}