The Little Book of Queer Icons: The Inspiring True Stories Behind Groundbreaking LGBTQ+ Icons

Samuel Alexander is a writer from the sunny north of England, who likes to claim he's from Manchester simply because even most local residents don't know where Mossley is. Samuel writes about all sorts, with LGBTQ topics often at the forefront of his mind, but he's also been known to dabble in other topics for a variety of other media, from video game reviews and scripts to beard blogs (yes you read that right) and magazine articles. Samuel is also a passionate writer of fiction, with a current total of zero published works – ever the struggling artist.

Phil Shaw is an illustrator, prop maker, seamster, model and film extra. He works on any creative project that he can, from props on high-budget blockbuster movies to costumes for local drag queens. He lives in Brighton and enjoys making jam.