Tom Légerand Riley MacLeod (editors)
Tom Légerand Riley MacLeod (editors)
Tom Légerand Riley MacLeod
Tom Légerand Riley MacLeod have established themselves as vital voices in contemporary literary editing, with a particular commitment to amplifying transgender narratives and perspectives. Their editorial work demonstrates a keen eye for stories that push boundaries while maintaining literary rigor—a combination that has earned recognition within the award circuit. In 2013, their collection The Collection: Short Fiction From The Transgender Vanguard won the Lambda Literary Award for Transgender Fiction, cementing their role as curators of some of the most innovative voices in the field.
The editors’ approach reflects a deep understanding of how short fiction can operate as both intimate character study and broader cultural intervention. By bringing together work from emerging and established writers, they’ve created a space where transgender storytelling takes center stage, showcasing the genre’s capacity for nuance, humor, and formal experimentation. Their recognition by the Lambda Literary Awards speaks to the collection’s impact—it’s work that doesn’t simply document transgender experiences but interrogates them with the full complexity they deserve. For readers seeking contemporary fiction that challenges conventional narratives while maintaining literary excellence, Légerand and MacLeod’s editorial vision represents an important touchstone.
