Books You Won’t Want to Miss in 2026

By Sophia-Joelle McDowell

Books are one of the best tools in escaping this political hellscape. They also make an excellent tool for processing emotions, like female rage. It’s no secret that we always have women and queer people on the brain. If you’re looking to diversify your reading list this year, you’ve come to the right place.

This list covers plenty of new releases and highly anticipated reads spanning a range of genres; some are safe to enjoy at your favorite coffee shop, and others might be better kept at home. Whether you love poetry, time travel, science fiction, romance, smut, or non-fiction. Pick a title and get ready to cozy up with one of these reads. We can’t wait to hear about it!

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Love and Community on Transgender Day of Visibility

By The Catcall Team

For Trans Day of Visibility in 2026, we wanted to do something special. Not only is Catcall full of trans folks and people who love trans folks, but this is undeniably a heightened time of vulnerability for the trans community. 

Here at Catcall, it’s important to us that trans people are more than visible. We want to make it clear that they are also loved, and that there is a powerful community that will stand up and fight back if you come for them. 

That’s why we’ve invited our trans friends and allies to show visible support for the community, sending a clear message: If you come for our loved ones, you’ll have to come for us too.

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Postcards for Change, a free community night to contact your representatives.

By Shelby Faulkner
Photos by Travis Young
Art by Maddy Best

Ready to Catcall back at the patriarchy? We’ve teamed up with The Book Club and The KC Journal Club for a community write-in night to make our voices heard. Join us this Saturday, March 7, 7-9 p.m. at The Book Club to gather, organize, and take civic action together.

The event is free, and all supplies are provided, but the venue space is limited, so make sure you RSVP. Truly Madly Depot and The Book Club are also accepting donations to help cover the cost of postage so that every message can be mailed and delivered. We hope to see you there!

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From Good Vibes to Fantasy Rides, Try These Inclusive Sex Toys

By Kelcie McKenney
Art by Maddy Best

Tuck your favorite toy away for now, we’re mixing things up with some unique and silly sex toys that’ll spice things up in your solo and partnered play. Pleasure is universal—and some of the best sex, in our opinion, is when you have unfiltered fun with it. So bring some creativity to the bedroom… or wherever you see fit. As always, we’ve included brands from LGBTQ+ inclusive, diverse, and women-owned businesses so you can get off and support ethical stores that embrace inclusive sexuality. Now go get your freak on:

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