In Snigdha Kapoor’s short film, an Indian preteen’s queerness is met with a family’s ritual to cleanse what they believe to be a problem. This powerful portrayal underscores the tension between cultural tradition and self-discovery, shining a light on the unpredictable outcomes of such a ceremony.

In her latest novel, Archipelago, author Natalie Bakapoulos follows a translator who is tackling a book she has never read. Through this process, Bakapoulos reflects on her connection to Greek literature—including her Aunt Eleni’s role in its queer tradition—and her ongoing journey with translation.