Joie Lamar
Imagined, written, brought to life

A bookshelf without borders.

Crime fiction, illustrated worlds, and stories of care. Explore my 2026 books and a first look at what’s coming in 2027.

6 books · 2 creative years
2026 · New release

See Whores

New York. A serial killer. Lives that refuse to fit the story told about them.

2026 · New edition

G

“She had a story to tell between the rooftop and the pavement.”

2026 · New release

Coquí and Nanuq

Two homelands. Two remarkable spirits. A story of love and resilience.

2026 · Second edition

Dust Bunny Ben

A little dust, a lot of love—and a new chapter in illustration.

2027 · Coming in 2027

Unmuzzled

Real stories and explanations from the veterinary front lines.

2027 · Coming in 2027

Hugh Manatee

Lessons in Kindness for a Wild World. For curious readers ages 9 and up.

Looking for my earlier books? Explore the wider catalogue at Green Carnation Press, home to stories from our 2SLGBTQ+ community.

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