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Astrology, Tarot & Witchcraft Sex

The Cozy Under-The-Covers Sex You’re Having This Fall, According to Your Zodiac Sign

Wondering what kind of queer sex your sign’s going to be having this fall? I’m going to tell you, don’t worry.

Nico September 24, 2023 7 Comments
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Queer Audio Erotica Changed My Life, Helped Me Connect My Mind and Body

I was a late bloomer when it comes to all things sex and sexuality.

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What Does It Mean to Be a “Bottom” or “Submissive” in Lesbian Sex?

What does it mean when to identify as a “bottom” or a “submissive” in queer sex? I come armed with data and some very vague answers.

Riese September 5, 2023 65 Comments
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Remembering Deborah Sundahl, Lesbian Porn Pioneer

Two months ago, we lost Deborah Sundahl — a fierce, compassionate, and prolific queer elder.

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Health Sex

Endometriosis No Longer Keeps Me From My Best Queer Sex

For the first time I was able to experience, without pain, the feeling of having my partner’s fingers inside of me and we found a new level of intimacy and excitement… How did I spend an entire decade of my life letting the medical system tell me that constant pelvic pain was acceptable?

Guest August 15, 2023 11 Comments
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Service Tops, Bratty Bottoms and Pillow Princesses: Other Words You Use to Describe How You Have Sex

We’ve been talking about tops, bottoms and switches for a few weeks and today we’re doing a little glossary of the other words you use to describe how you have sex!

Riese July 31, 2023 53 Comments
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13 Reasons Women In Lesbian Relationships Aren’t Having (More) Sex

“Lesbian bed death” does happen, and many lesbians feel they’re not having enough sex. But it doesn’t happen for the reasons you think it does, and it’s not necessarily the problem you think it is.

Riese July 28, 2023 77 Comments
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5 Lube Dispensers for Your Next Queer Hookup — Because Presentation Is Everything

If you want to look extra put-together, it’s time to upgrade your lube dispenser.

Ro White July 10, 2023 3 Comments
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Sex

Try These Exercises for Better Strap-On Sex

It’s pride month! Let’s get jacked for our favorite sex act with exercises for strap-on sex!

Ro White June 22, 2023 8 Comments
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How to Have Sex With a Transmasculine Partner

Transmasc people have our own unique desires and boundaries in bed, just like everyone else.

Quinn Rhodes June 12, 2023 10 Comments
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How to Masturbate When You’re Sexually Repressed

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Shibari 101: Single- and Double-Column Ties

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10 Hot Things You Can Do to Boobs, Chests, and Nipples

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Ro White April 25, 2023 10 Comments
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How Black Queer and Trans Folks Can Get Involved in the Kink Community

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Sex

How to Finger Your Partner When You Have Chronic Pain in Your Hands

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Ro White March 23, 2023 17 Comments
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You Need Help: How Can I Deal With My Own Sexual Shame?

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Sex

She/Her/Sir: Finding My Home in Kink as a Black, Queer, Masc of Center Dom

Kink can be a profound space of healing, which is something that Black people — and especially Black women — deeply deserve.

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Sex

The Gay B C’s of Sex: S Is for Stone

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