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Get Out There: Let’s Explore The Heck Out of The Places We Live

I’m back in Austin after a few good years spent abroad, and I’m making it my mission to see adventure in my everyday life. I want to find people here who are my people, and get to know my city — and I’m challenging all of you to join me!

Melissa Langley October 22, 2015 59 Comments
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The Autostraddle Insider: Issue Sixteen, October 2015

“I woke up to 57,000 emails reminding a user to resubscribe”

Riese October 22, 2015 44 Comments
Dating

You Need Help: Charm Your New Gal Pal With The Perfect Gift

You think someone is cute, and they think you’re cute, and you want to make them happy but preferably without being an awkward overeager weirdo. I feel you.

Adrian October 22, 2015 25 Comments
Movie Features

Every Plot Of Every Lesbian Movie, Ever

“When did I become so silly! Look at me, riding horses and driving backwards on the highway! Who knew girls were so much like drugs or like aerial gymnastics?”

Riese October 22, 2015 78 Comments
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We Need Help: Now Hiring A Few Good Staff Writers

Wanna get paid to write cool stuff for a bunch of really fantastic people / the world? We’re looking for a few new voices with a lot of opinions to share and jokes to tell. Get in here!

The Editors October 22, 2015 67 Comments
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Paul Ryan Is In (the Running for House Speaker), Joe Biden Is Out (of the Presidential Race)

Joe Biden won’t run for President, the IHS will provide better access to emergency contraception for Native women, Kim Davis’s emails released, and more.

Rachel October 22, 2015 6 Comments
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9 Sex-Life-Changing Tips From “Girl Sex 101”

If you only plan to read one book about sex, ever, make it Girl Sex 101.

Ryan Yates October 22, 2015 20 Comments
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Hidden Gems of Queer Lit: “The Gilda Stories” and Queer Black Vampire Myth

The Gilda Stories was published in 1991 and hasn’t been out of print since — it uses the vampire myth to tackle new themes, including Black American life and queerness.

Melanie October 22, 2015 5 Comments
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It’s Not a Burden It’s an Interview: A New Documentary On Caring for Elderly Parents

Wife/wife documentary duo Michelle Boyaner and Barbara Green have been working together for decades — their latest project, It’s Not A Burden, gets real about the heartbreak and humor of caring for elderly parents.

Dannielle October 21, 2015 13 Comments
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Fool’s Journey: Not Looking To Predict “Outcomes” In Tarot? Try These Ideas Instead

If you don’t feel that tarot cards can predict the future, how do you approach the ‘outcome’ position in many tarot spreads? Here are some ideas!

Beth October 21, 2015 17 Comments
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Ellen Talks Love With Ellen, Everybody Talks About Cara Delevingne, New Fox Project Seeks TWOC Lead and Other Stories

Also in today’s fix: a breakdown on gender and racial diversity in TV writing, Ellen Page and Ellen Degeneres talk coming out, lots of people talking about Cara Delevingne, Rosie O’Donnell’s guest spot on Empire, Olivia Wilde has made out with girls and other important stories!

Riese October 21, 2015 22 Comments
Theater

Jump Into Devised Theater: An Interview with Maggie-Keenan Bolger and Rachel Sullivan

“Cast members in a devised show are able to create and develop honest depictions of characters who hold the same identities as the actors. These representations are far more complex, interesting, and truthful than characters we as directors and creators could develop on our own.”

A.E. Osworth October 21, 2015
Crafts & DIY Projects Queer Fashion

Yes, I Made It: Slow Fashion and Making My Own Clothes Changed My Life

Sewing began as a creative outlet for me, an activity that married my love for theatre with my love for DIY, but it has since progressed into a more nuanced understanding of my body, my style, and the consequences that my personal choices have on the world.

Jasika Nicole October 21, 2015 55 Comments
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No Filter: Oprah Hangs With Danielle Brooks, Probably Yells Her Name

Did you know Michelle Rodriguez had an Instagram? Were you wondering what Megan Rapinoe looked like cradling a small child? Would you like to give AzMarie a hug?

Stef October 21, 2015 6 Comments
Sex

Happy International Fisting Day! Celebrate With Five Queer Fisting Scenes

Celebrate International Fisting Day with these scenes from the Crash Pad Series.

Ryan Yates October 21, 2015 7 Comments
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Interview With My Ex-Girlfriend: Jade

“Too little too late there, champ. But it’s fine. Actually, no — it sucked in a big way.”

Crystal October 21, 2015 20 Comments
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6 Animal Superpowers I Wish I Had

Obviously this plan is excellent and would definitely not end in disaster.

Laura Mandanas October 21, 2015 20 Comments
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Not Just A Canadian Tuxedo: Denim Shirts Show You What They’re Made Of

Even if you don’t believe in going all denim all the time, you need a solid denim shirt. Let’s find one for you!

Lydia O October 21, 2015 2 Comments
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Boob(s On Your) Tube: Jane the Virgin Is Back and as Kickass as Ever

Grandfathered is still making us soft, what the hell is even happening on American Horror Story, Mimi returns to Empire & more!

Heather Hogan October 20, 2015 27 Comments
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The A+ Bee Issue Twenty Nine: Don’t Bee Afraid of the Dark

I hope you enjoy this special Halloween issue, which includes a very special playlist, a one of a kind Mystery Solver, another titillating and mind boggling Eye Spy, and so much more! Get in here and get spooky!

Chelsey October 20, 2015 9 Comments
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