Somewhere in Nowhere was included in Bookstr's ten inspiring YA books that tackle real-life challenges while encouraging resilience, personal growth, and self discovery. Read more. 

“Perfect for fans of Heartstopper and The Perks of Being a Wallflower, this story offers a nuanced look at mental health while exploring what it means to come into your own.” Read more. 

Gellman has long championed authentic queer storytelling — first through his music and now through his debut novel. Read more. 

“The novels in this review focus on three different time periods: World War II, the early 1950s and contemporary times. However, they all have something in common: these young adults are looking for ways to live a meaningful life.” -…

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Written by: Steven Gellman 
Genre: YA LGBTQ+ 
Format: 🎧 
4/5 🌟🌟🌟🌟 


Synopsis 
Coming out is hard, especially when you have two gay moms. At least it is for Simon Bugg. It’s Simon’s senior year and his world…

The Gay Ass Book Club podcast featuring debut novelist Steven Gellman on writing queer YA fiction. Listen on Apple Podcasts.  

"[Somewhere in Nowhere] is impressively original, deftly crafted, fully engaging, and a fun read from start to finish." Read more. 

“…it almost feel[s] like you’re listening to a coming-of-age film.” Read more. 

“Contemporary dialogue, a brisk pace and short chapters make this a good recreational read.” Read more. 

“…a great story about finding our voice and leaning on our friends and family for support.” Read more. 

Out South Florida interviewed Steven about his debut novel. Read on to discover the first LGBTQ+ book 19-year old Steven bought and so much more. 

Out in Jersey's Sherri Rase says, “Read. This. Book.”

Podcaster JF Garrard talks writing pride, music, and identity with author Steven Gellman on The Artsy Raven podcast. 

On Tuesday, April 21st, Somewhere in Nowhere (ebook version) hit #1 on the Teen & YA Friendship New Release List. 

Steven sat down with host Rob Jolles of A Book Finds You! Podcast for a conversation about his journey into writing. Listen here. 

Author, and all-around good guy, Chuck Wendig, gave Steven a guest spot on his blog—Terrible Minds. 

Steven sat down with Dead Darlings to discuss his unexpected path from performing songwriter to debut novelist. 

Rainbow Book Reviews, an all-volunteer, non-profit site dedicated to GLBTQ-related books, reviewed Steven's debut: Somewhere in Nowhere. 

In this Bookstr interview, Steven Gellman opens up about the pandemic pivot that launched his writing career, the personal experience with anxiety woven into Somewhere in Nowhere, and what he hopes queer teens will find in Simon Bugg's…

Amanda and Claire of Fictional Hangover featured a written interview with Steven in their monthly newsletter. From aliens to book clubs, it's an interview you won't want to miss. 

Steven sat down with John Busbee of the The Culture Buzz to discuss the themes and inspiration behind his debut YA novel, Somewhere in Nowhere. Listen to the archived recording here. 

20 Questions by Jeffrey Reads is a Q&A interview series with authors, musicians, and everyone in between, celebrating experiences both shared and individual in the messy game of being human.

Steven sat down with Barbara Bietz of Jewish Books for Kids to talk about his debut novel, Somewhere in Nowhere. Find out who may, or may not, have inspired characters in the book, the truth about the “alien” in…

“Final Verdict: Somewhere in Nowhere is a complicated coming-of-age story that tackles grief, coming out, family dynamics, and more. This is perfect for people looking for a coming-out story that incorporates romance, grief, friendship, family, and much more.”

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