Lesbian Visibility Day is coming soon in 2026. This day celebrates lesbian women and girls around the world. It is an important day for the LGBTQ+ community.

A new book is getting attention this year. The book is called When You're Brave Enough. It is written by Rebecca Bendheim. The book is made for middle grade readers. That means children between 8 and 12 years old.

The story is about a girl named Lacey. Lacey moves from Austin, Texas to Rhode Island. This is a big change for her. She leaves behind her best friend Grace. They have been friends since they were very small children.

Grace and Lacey were always together. People called them 'Lacey-and-Grace'. Grace lives with her two mums. Her family is an LGBTQ+ family. Grace and her mums felt like family to Lacey too.

But life with Grace was not always easy. Grace is very enthusiastic. She loves worms and has crushes on many people. Because of this, Lacey sometimes felt invisible. People saw her only as Grace's friend. They did not see who Lacey really was.

Now Lacey is in a new place. She has a chance to show who she is. She can be her own person for the first time. This is a story about friendship and identity. It is also about being brave enough to be yourself.

Books like this are very important for young LGBTQ+ readers. They help children see themselves in stories. Representation matters, especially for lesbian and queer young people.

Lesbian Visibility Day is celebrated every year on April 26. It was first started in 2008. The day reminds us that lesbian women deserve to be seen and heard. Books, events, and media all help make this happen.

When You're Brave Enough is a great example of LGBTQ+ literature for young people. It tells a real and relatable story. It shows that every person deserves to feel visible and valued.