Shoulder to Shoulder

Jake has written a book that is incredibly useful in our current times. Creating an enticing and nuanced exploration of solidarity, helping us to learn about those who have changed history - and inspiring us to positively impact our future * Travis Alabanza, author of NONE OF THE ABOVE * Jake Hall's Shoulder to Shoulder is a profoundly beautiful, humanising and necessary road map to freedom. It is a rich tapestry platforming some of the most courageous people and movements that have created connection and utopia out of a world hellbent on division and destruction. Written by one of the most inspiring visionaries today, you will be sure to be as mesmerised as I was at the turn of every page. * Dan Glass, author of QUEER FOOTPRINTS and UNITED QUEERDOM * Captures and distils complex narratives, stories and histories in an engaging way, without losing any of the nuance. The writing never shies away from difficult subjects and topics, whilst weaving a thread of humour, fun and pure joy. This book makes me hopeful for the future. * Anna Sulan Masing, author of CHINESE AND OTHER ASIAN * Shoulder to Shoulder is full of incredible detail and is in so many ways a revelation. I learned so much about the history of the fight against oppression that was taken up by so many. An important book to read and think about in today's world. I enjoyed it immensely. * Jill Nalder, author of LOVE FROM THE PINK PALACE * Shoulder to Shoulder is an inspirational and much-needed examination of the power of solidarity and a reminder for minority voices to stand together. A great read. * Dipo Faloyin, author of Africa is Not a Country * An antidote to despair, Shoulder to Shoulder reminds us of the battles that came before, of their interconnection and their heart. Jake writes beautifully and this book is a joy to read, eye-opening, angry but full of hope. A testament to the human will for justice and revolution. * Frankie Miren, author of THE SERVICE *