Jake Maia Arlow

Jake Maia Arlow is a contemporary young adult author known for their heartfelt LGBTQ+ romance novels. Their debut novel, "How to Excavate a Heart," captures the tender complexities of queer love and self-discovery with warmth and authenticity. Arlow writes stories centered on Jewish and queer experiences, drawing from their own identity to create inclusive narratives that resonate with readers seeking representation. With a background in archaeology and a passion for storytelling, they craft emotionally rich tales that explore themes of identity, belonging, and first love. Arlow's work has been praised for its genuine characters and swoony romances that celebrate queer joy.