A fiction anthology is coming out this year from Shield and Crescent Press.
When the Rose Speaks Its Name: A Sherlock Holmes Anthology is a collection of original writings and illustrations inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s tales of the great detective Sherlock Holmes. Each work interprets the iconic character through a queer lens in celebration of the deep bond between Holmes and Watson—a relationship which has captured the hearts and minds of readers for generations.
More than a century has passed since these beloved characters were introduced to the world, and on 1 January 2023, the final Sherlock Holmes stories authored by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle entered the public domain. Given the freedom to represent Holmes as they saw him, a group of international authors came together to write about the great detective’s relationship with his companion, and—in the process—raise money for the UK-based charitable organization akt, dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness or living in hostile environments. A charity we think Holmes and Watson would have believed in, too.
Proceeds from When the Rose Speaks Its Name: A Sherlock Holmes Anthology directly support akt (https://www.akt.org.uk/) and their mission to secure safe homes and employment, education, or training, while providing a welcoming environment that celebrates LGBTQ+ identities.
Visit
whentherosespeaks.com/mailinglist to join the pre-order mailing list for information on how to order, and for order links when they are available.
