How Magazines Served As Sites of Trans Community-Making 50 Years Ago
These magazines provided critical representation for trans and gender expansive individuals across the United States who saw themselves represented in their pages.
Can’t a Lesbian Enjoy a Little Straight Porn Around Here?
How do you talk to your family about JK Rowling’s transphobia? And what to do about your poly kinky friend who seems bored by your monogamous life?
The Married New Englanders Debating an Erotic Tattoo Gun Situation
“We used a lot of different toys in the beginning, and I think that was because I personally had a lot of toys that I wanted to share with you to be like, ‘Is this cool?’
What Is Queer Generational Trauma, and How Do We Tell Stories About It?
Lately, I’ve been obsessing over the concept of queer generational trauma: the pain passed down to us from our ancestors, which we bequeath in turn to those who come after us.
I Hope the Crows Will Miss Me
After three years spent cultivating this yard with care, I’m about to leave it to whoever comes next.
What Kind of Date To Wear Each WNBA Jersey To
Nothing’s hotter than an outfit that says “I love women’s sports.”
No Filter: It’s Jinkx Monsoon Summer
Plus, Hayley Kiyoko and Becca Tilley are simply LOVING being engaged.
‘I Feel Incredibly Bad and Guilty After Masturbating’
Feeling bad about masturbation is a remarkably normal thing, especially for people who were immersed (drowned) in shame from the beginning.
Our Most Anticipated Queer Books for August 2025
There’s a lot of new hot queer horror headed your way this August. Plus, more LGBTQ+ lit across all genres!
Help I Can’t Stop Watching Clips of Cynthia Erivo as Black Lesbian Jesus
Cynthia Erivo was Jesus and Phillipa Soo sang her love songs at the Hollywood Bowl this weekend! Plus, more buried and unburied gays on TV, Doechii announces upcoming tour, Jinkx Monsoon is pansexual, and more!
78 Years Of Lesbian Magazines Keeping Our Queer Legacy Alive
The desire to connect with other people like us has been the driving force of queer media since the first lesbian print magazine ever launched in 1947. Here are just 50 of the many publications that built the community we hold so dear.
How To Choose Between Two Paths Using the Tarot
We’ve all been faced with the challenge of deciding between two paths. Here’s a practice that can help.
Hospitals in Supposedly ‘Blue’ States Are Cutting Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth
Let’s not forget that witnessing resistance is important fuel in our continued efforts to ensure all trans people get the resources they need and deserve.
Quiz: Which Character From ‘The Hunting Wives’ Are You?
And listen, you’re not going to like who you get, okay?
How Do I Talk To My Family About Harry Potter?
How do you talk to your family about JK Rowling’s transphobia? And what to do about your poly kinky friend who seems bored by your monogamous life?
Chappell Roan’s Breakup Ballad ‘The Subway’ Is Perfect for Late-Summer Yearning
Which ex would YOU least like to run into on public transportation? Chappell Roan’s music video for ‘The Subway’ will have you contemplating.
August 2025: What’s New, Gay and Streaming on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and Apple TV
Well, what we do have is a Diana Taurasi docuseries, new seasons of Invasion and Upload, a new animated series with Abbi Jacobson and Nicole Byer being gay, and more!
The Most Chaotic Lyrics From Every Track on Reneé Rapp’s New Extremely Gay Album ‘Bite Me’
“I think wе almost made a baby / I mean, we can’t, but we came so close”
At the 50th Invasion of the Pines, Drag Reminds Us of the Power of Self-Expression
For 50 years, Invasion of the Pines has brought a celebration of drag and resistance to Fire Island Pines.
The Slut4Slut Couple F*cking Through a “Wanna Try” List
“I think at the top of the list is rope. But that one’s harder ‘cause you can’t just try it, you need to know what you’re doing.”