The Gilda Stories

Gilda, a Black woman fleeing enslavement in 1850s Louisiana, is rescued by another vampire—and reawakened into centuries of life, community, and self-reinvention. Across each era—from early brothel sanctuaries to radical salons, ecovillages, and dystopian futures—she wanders, seeking connection and home while quietly challenging the traditional vampire myth. Rich, poetic, and visionary, these interconnected vignettes blend speculative fantasy with historical depth, showcasing Gilda’s resilience, ethical power, and unshakable loyalty to queer chosen community.

~ Included for its transformative reimagining of vampire mythology through a Black lesbian feminist lens—and its bold, sustained celebration of queer community, survival, and love across generations. A profoundly radical and lyrical work that reclaims both history and the undead for those long marginalized. ~