Three South African queer books were recently unveiled, including Nataniël’s first full-length autobiography and two collections of African LGBTQI+ stories, in both graphic and written formats.

Here’s a recap of the releases which are a must-read for queer book fans and appreciators of graphic art.

Nataniël: Look At Me (Human & Rousseau)

Nataniël is a gay national treasure; known for his music and spectacular shows as well as his writing and cooking talent.

With Look At Me, Nataniël tells the story of his childhood in three small towns and one large suburb, in an era during which rules were seldom questioned and of a young boy’s overwhelming fear of the ordinary.

Nataniël launched his solo career in 1987. Since then he has released 15 albums and 5 DVDs, staged more than 70 original theatre productions and published 16 books. Over the past decade, he has established himself as a producer, director, designer, playwright and public speaker, and as South Africa’s leading exponent of the solo stage act. Read more via Mamba