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TV Show Recaps

“Riverdale” Episode 405 Recap: Okay, Time to Break Down All The Characters By Tops, Bottoms, and Switches

Last night’s Cheryl and Toni-less episode, while not all bad, was a bit blah and had very little of the content that I know you all come here to read about (gay stuff). So instead, let’s play a game of Top, Bottom, or Switch, shall we?

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya November 7, 2019 14 Comments
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Literature

Lez Liberty Lit Is in the Dream House

Carmen Maria Machado’s new gothic memoir, why reading is different from experiencing, new Elena Ferrante and more.

Ryan Yates November 7, 2019 1 Comment
Book Features

Is the Resurgence of Feminist Bookstores in the South a Moment or a Movement?

Visit five feminist bookstores across the south east that are creating community building and political organizing space as well as curating feminist literature written by authors from different backgrounds holding often marginalized identities.

meagan November 7, 2019 10 Comments
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Sex Toys

Anonymous Sex Toy Review: The Kink Kit’s Spank Box

“I was curious how the Kink Kit planned on elevating this particular activity which I’ve almost always done with just a bare hand (and occasionally a paddle).”

Guest November 7, 2019 6 Comments
Relationships

You Need Help: Trusting Yourself in a New Relationship After Early Attachment Trauma

Possibly your trauma history is being triggered out of context in this relationship – but maybe it’s not. YOU are the expert, no matter what your trauma history is.

Christina Tesoro November 7, 2019 6 Comments
Astrology, Tarot & Witchcraft

What We Love and Hate About Dating Libras

“I just know it would end badly and I’m already stressed about it because of all the processing that would inevitably have to happen!”

the team November 7, 2019 48 Comments
Pop Culture Fix

Pop Culture Fix: This Wacky Tig Notaro and Lena Headey Interview Will Make Your Day

You’re a wanker, number nine! Also, Shrill season two, more Queen Latifah news (but not that news), Delta puts the lesbians back in Booksmart, reality TV breakups, gay sports weddings, and more!

Heather Hogan November 6, 2019 11 Comments
Issues

When Walking It Off Stops Working

This was the way we found power over pain: Move.

Marissa H November 6, 2019 20 Comments
The Scene

The Drag Kings of Taipei

I moved to California from Shanghai at fourteen and threw myself into learning how to be an American. It’s a lot like doing drag.

Alison Tam November 6, 2019 7 Comments
Sex

Sex, Love, and Roleplay: Using Online Roleplay to Connect to Your Partner

How I found my queer identity online, romantically connected with my partner, and how you can too in six easy steps!

Brie November 6, 2019 3 Comments
TV Feature

On Netflix’s “Unbelievable” and the Culture of Serial Rapists

Netflix’s Unbelievable covers the true story of Marie Adler. For many women that have taken their rapist(s) to court, the show sheds light on painful truths.

danijanae November 6, 2019 6 Comments
Webcomics

Foolish Child #58: Mama!

“Did someone here order two rowdy kids?”

Dickens November 6, 2019 1 Comment
Celebrities (Vapid Fluff)

No Filter: Kristen Stewart’s 100% Ready To Marry Her Girlfriend and Hayley Kiyoko Has Bangs Now

Kristen Stewart’s planning to propose, Amber Heard is a great Tank Girl, Asia Kate Dillon does double denim, Janelle Monae wins the costume contest, Ali Krieger looks great in leggings and so much more in this week’s No Filter!

Riese November 6, 2019 10 Comments
Money + Work

Queered & Careered: Things to Bring and Leave Behind

Queered & Careered is a column that offers tips and tricks on how to navigate career development as a queer person — from job searching to career inspiration to dealing with straight nonsense in the office.

Tiara Dee November 5, 2019 30 Comments
LGBT Book Reviews

“In the Dream House” Deconstructs the Nightmare of Abuse in Queer Relationships

Carmen Maria Machado’s first memoir, a deep dive into abuse between women both in Machado’s past relationship and in our world, is a wholly unique and wholly necessary text.

Rachel November 5, 2019 7 Comments
Politics + Activism

What Katie Hill’s Resignation Means for Young Queer People in Political Life

Congresswoman Katie Hill flipped a Congressional district last year; she has now resigned due to what she calls a “double standard” in politics.

Casey Quinlan November 5, 2019 11 Comments
Sex

You Need Help: Rebuilding Desire and Confidence in Your Partner

“How can I help her feel confident and in the mood again without sacrificing any more of myself?”

Ro White November 5, 2019 7 Comments
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TV Show Recaps

“Supergirl” Episode 505 Recap: Tidal Wave of Feelings

Alex and Kelly celebrate their Dativersery, Nia saves the day, and Lena really needs to get out of her lab for some fresh air.

Valerie Anne November 4, 2019 10 Comments
First Person

Getting Stonewalled at Stone Mountain

What, were you expecting the National Anthem to be sung in Spanish?

Alyssa Velazquez November 4, 2019 3 Comments
Music

When You’re Black and Queer but Masquerading as Straight While Listening to the Music of White Lesbians

Everybody knew.

Jehan November 4, 2019 11 Comments
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