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Title: Lost in Translation: De-mything Queer India
Publisher: Yoda Press
Genre: Anthology, LGBTQ+, Historical, Political and Social
Format: Paperback 
Dimension: Demy size (216 x 138 mm)
Length: 250 pages
Price: £17.99
Print run: 4000

Summary:

This book will provide a comprehensive exploration of the myths, misconceptions, and concepts surrounding the queer community in Indian mythology and civilization before colonialism, offering readers a deeper understanding of this often-overlooked aspect of Indian history and culture.

Market:

  • Primary – Historians, Researchers, LGBTQ+ Activists
  • Secondary – Educators and Students
  • Other – Casual Readers

Competitive Titles (Paperback Editions):

  • Queer Asia: Decolonizing and Reimagining Sexuality and Gender (edited by Jennifer Ung Loh and J. Daniel Luther)

Internal Fit:

  • Footprints of a Queer History by Maya Sharma
  • Loving Women: Being Lesbian in Underprivileged India by Maya Sharma
  • Because I Have a Voice: Queer Politics in India (edited by Arvind Narrain and Gautam Bhan)

USPs:

  • The only book to focus solely on Indian Queer Perspective and History
  • De-myths and Decolonises the Indian LBGTQ+ community
  • Articles and papers are by renowned academics in their fields
  • Create tolerance, if not acceptance for the Queer community

Fictional Author Profile:
Multiple authors from various backgrounds: Writers, Historians, Academics and Researchers.