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Book Lists

8 Black Lesbian Speculative Fiction Books To Read Right Now

Where to find Black queer lady leads in dystopian, science fiction, magical realism, and paranormal fiction.

Casey July 25, 2017 16 Comments
Queer Fashion

Oh, My Plus-Size Femme Heart! Nicolette Mason & Gabi Gregg’s New Clothing Line Is Amazing

There are some adorable outwear options for tomboys, too.

Nora July 25, 2017 11 Comments
Queer Fashion

Style Thief: Meg Ryan from the 1990s

Through her film wardrobe, 1990s Meg Ryan tried desperately to tell us she is a lesbian and we didn’t listen. Well Meg, I’m listening hun.

Ari July 25, 2017 27 Comments
House & Garden

This Queer House, Vol. 4: Easy Wood Restoration

This is not a full restoration. I did not sand everything down and start from scratch. What we’re doing here is more like restoration-lite, but it should be enough to salvage a Craigslist (or yard sale or attic) find nine times out of ten.

Jenna July 25, 2017 4 Comments
Beauty

AM/PM: The Start of Shoot Day

“I take my coffee either black, or chock full of sugar and half and half. Today was definitely a light and sweet day.”

Nora July 25, 2017 12 Comments
Movie Reviews

I Watched Lesbian Classic “Elena Undone” and I’m Sorry What

Just a neutral question.

Erin July 25, 2017 85 Comments
Sarah tries so hard not to cry
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“Orphan Black” Episode 507 Recap: Eye of the Storm

Rachel is fucking metal and don’t you ever forget it again.

Valerie Anne July 24, 2017 22 Comments
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Concert Recap: Tegan & Sara “The Con” Tour, Webster Hall, November 2007

“They are the two cutest people on the entire planet and I want tattoos like theirs.”

Riese July 24, 2017 11 Comments
Music

Are You Ten Years Ago: We Remember Tegan & Sara’s “The Con,” Which Changed Our Lives

“I was nineteen when The Con came out, and boy did I ever feel her in my heart.”

the team July 24, 2017 29 Comments
TV Feature

The Cast and Crew of “Danger & Eggs” Chat About Their Super Weird, Super Queer Kids Show

Jasika Nicole, Jazz Jennings, Laura Zak, Shadi Petoski, and Tyler Ford open up about the joy of working on Danger & Eggs and what it would have meant to them when they were younger.

Mey July 24, 2017 5 Comments
Movie Features

Ranking Carol’s Best Pickup Lines

“This is Carol asking Therese on a damn cross-country trip like I would ask someone if they wanted to share an appetizer.”

Erin July 24, 2017 74 Comments
Still from the official video for "Numb",: showing Chester Bennington screaming into an overhead mic.
Music

Thank you, Chester Bennington: The Queer Strength I Found in Linkin Park

“Chester Bennington’s anger was so present and so empathic. It told me it was okay that I had it too— that I wasn’t alone, that my feelings were normal. It replaced my fear, and it helped me survive.”

Raquel July 23, 2017 37 Comments
TV Show Recaps

“Wynonna Earp” Episode 207 Recap: Aphrodite Made Me Do It

Oh hey, how about that season three renewal?

Valerie Anne July 23, 2017 47 Comments
Society + Culture

Sunday Funday is Texting T. Rex Emoji to Cool Lady Wrestlers

A queer Pakistani American female wrestler and Mexican American bookshop owner love story, Michigan providing transition care for trans inmates, new Apple emojis that you probably need right now, an end to gender stereotypes in advertising in the UK, The LGBT Inclusion Act, and lots more good news!

KaeLyn July 23, 2017 6 Comments
NSFW Sunday

NSFW Sunday Is Obsessed With Dream Daddy

No surprises there. Plus: how to take perfect thirst-trap selfies, nipple piercing, my mind is blown by the idea of talking to someone on the actual phone, and more.

Ryan Yates July 23, 2017 9 Comments
AF+

VIDEO! Getting In Bed with Kate Leth: Bisexuality II

Queen of Bisexuality Kate Leth joined me in bed this week and talked about coming out as bisexual at age 11 via Sailor Moon (!!), feeling like you “aren’t gay enough,” bringing straight, cis partners to pride celebrations, and soooo much more. Plus, kittens.

Kristin July 22, 2017 6 Comments
Recipes

Femme Brûleé: Vegan Chocolate Icebox Pie

I hope I don’t have to tell you to lick the whisk once you’re done.

Reneice Charles July 22, 2017 49 Comments
Webcomics

Some Things: Family

“As a kid, I was always really confused about who my family was…”

Cameron July 22, 2017 6 Comments
TV Show Recaps

Boob(s On Your) Tube: “Queen Sugar” Breaks the Bordelons and Our Hearts

It’s also time to catch up with the women of Claws!

Heather Hogan July 21, 2017 25 Comments
AF+

Some Answers to Some Things You’ve Been Asking Us #14

“I am so glad I joined A+ (even though it led to me drinking literal vodka water)”

The Editors July 21, 2017 45 Comments
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