Author: Read with Pride

Let’s be real for a second. We’ve all heard the “starving artist” trope, right? The idea that to be a successful writer, you have to survive on black coffee and dreams while staring at a mounting pile of bills. And if you’re an LGBTQ+ author, the hurdles are even higher. Between traditional publishers who “don’t …

Do You Really Need a Budget to Publish? Here’s the Truth About Our Free Global Portal for LGBTQ+ AuthorsRead More

Let’s be real: sometimes we get so lost in a 50-chapter MM romance marathon that we forget the outside world actually exists. We’ve all been there, it’s 3 AM, your heart is aching for a brooding billionaire and his charming butler, and you’ve forgotten to drink water for six hours. But what if you could …

Best MM Romance Books 2026: 20 Queer Hobbies to Get You StartedRead More

Let’s be real for a second: being queer in 2026 still comes with its fair share of heavy lifting. We carry the history of those who came before us, the weight of our own personal hurdles, and the collective sighs of a community that has had to fight for every inch of ground. But here’s …

Queer Joy Matters: Why Dreaming Big is the Best HealingRead More

Let’s be real for a second: the “standard” life script is kind of a snooze-fest, isn’t it? We’ve all seen the checklist our heteronormative society hands out like candy at a parade: Graduate, get a stable 9-to-5, find a spouse (usually of the opposite sex), buy a house with a white picket fence, and start …

Why Redefining Life Milestones Will Change the Way You Experience Queer LoveRead More

Let’s be real for a second: we’ve all read that one MM romance where the protagonist moves to a quirky small town, trips over a ruggedly handsome baker, and is immediately adopted by a tight-knit circle of eccentric queer friends who have a weekly potluck and a shared trauma-informed group chat. It’s the “Found Family” …

Struggling For Your ‘Found Family’? 50+ Queer Hobbies Examples for Grassroots Community BuildingRead More

So, you’ve got a story burning a hole in your pocket (or your hard drive). Maybe it’s a spicy MM romance featuring a grumpy barista and the sunshine-incarnate regular who steals his heart. Or perhaps it’s a soul-stirring lesbian romance about two rivals in a high-stakes corporate world. Whatever it is, you’re ready to share …

The LGBTQIA+ Author’s Guide to Publishing at Read with PrideRead More

Let’s be real: the standard “morning routine” advice is usually a nightmare. Most of us aren’t waking up at 4:00 AM to drink a kale smoothie and meditate for three hours before the sun even thinks about showing up. For the LGBTQ+ community, our mornings often look a little different. Maybe you’re navigating queer parenting …

Archery, Lockpicking, and Zine-Making: 15 Queer Hobbies to Start Your DayRead More

Let’s be real for a second: the world of publishing can feel like an exclusive club where the bouncer doesn’t just check your ID, but also your bank account and how “marketable” your identity is. For years, LGBTQ+ writers, especially those of us weaving tales of MM romance, lesbian love, and everything in between, have …

The Indie Author’s Guide to Free Global Publishing at Readwithpride.comRead More

Let’s be real for a second: being queer in 2026 is a beautiful, vibrant experience, but it also comes with its own unique set of weights. Whether it’s navigating the noise of the world, processing historical grief, or just trying to find a moment of quiet in a society that often feels like it’s shouting, …

Queer Healing Matters: 5 Simple Rituals to Reclaim Your Inner PeaceRead More

Let’s be honest: we’ve all spent a little too much time scrolling through the best mm romance books 2026 has to offer, imagining ourselves as the brooding archer or the genius hacker who saves the day (and gets the guy). But what if you stopped just reading about those tropes and started living them? Finding …

Archery, Lockpicking, and Beyond: Top 10 Queer Hobbies to Try This WeekendRead More

Let’s be real for a second: the traditional “relationship escalator” was never really built for us. You know the one: the rigid, step-by-step climb from the first date to the white picket fence, usually with a very specific, heteronormative timeline attached. But in the world of queer love, we’ve always been the architects of our …

The Ultimate Guide to Queer Relationship Milestones: Navigating Life Transitions on Your Own TermsRead More

Let’s be real for a second: the “Bar Scene” is exhausting. While we all love a good drag show and a sticky dance floor once in a while, sometimes you just want to find your people without having to shout over Lady Gaga’s greatest hits. You’re looking for that elusive found family, the kind of …

Struggling For Found Family? 50+ Queer Hobbies for Community Building (and Spicy MM Romance Recommendations)Read More

So, you’ve got a story burning a hole in your heart? Maybe it’s a steamy MM romance, a slow-burn lesbian romance, or a gripping gay thriller that refuses to stay in your head. Whatever it is, the world needs your voice. We live in a time where authentic queer representation isn’t just a “nice to …

The LGBTQIA+ Author’s Guide to Publishing Your First Story at Read with PrideRead More

If you haven’t heard the term “Skillcation” yet, let me catch you up. It’s 2026, and the days of just lying on a beach with a lukewarm mojito are, if not over, at least evolving. The modern queer traveler is looking for more than just a tan; we want competence. We want to come back …

Why Everyone Is Talking About “Gay Skillcations” (And How You Can Start One This Morning)Read More

So, you’ve got a story burning a hole in your hard drive. Maybe it’s a spicy enemies to lovers MM romance that’s been living in your head for months, or perhaps a sweet, slow-burn lesbian romance that finally gives your community the happy ending they deserve. Whatever it is, the world needs your voice. But …

Your Quick-Start Guide to Free Global Publishing: Do This First to Share Your Queer StoryRead More

Let’s be honest: for most of us in the LGBTQ+ community, the word “rest” feels like a foreign concept. We’ve spent so much of our lives running, running toward acceptance, running away from judgment, or just running at 110% to prove we’re “just as good” as everyone else. By the time we hit June 2026, …

Queer Rest Matters: Why Doing Nothing is Your New Healing PowerRead More

Let’s be real for a second: the era of the “Generic Queer” is officially over. Remember when our only shared community hobby was “going to that one bar with the sticky floor”? Don’t get me wrong, those floors have seen some history, but in 2026, the LGBTQ+ community is pivoting. We’re trading the club lights …

Are Niche Queer Hobbies Dead? Why Lockpicking and Digital DIY are Making a ComebackRead More

Let’s be real for a second: the “standard” life script was never really written with us in mind. You know the one: graduate, get a job, get married (to someone of the opposite sex), buy a house with a white picket fence, have 2.5 kids, and retire. For a long time, the LGBTQ+ community had …

How to Create an Authentic Map for Your Queer Relationships and Life StagesRead More

Let’s be real: life in 2026 can sometimes feel like a slow-burn romance where the plot is moving way too slow, and the “pining” is actually just collective fatigue. Between the news cycles and the daily grind, finding genuine queer joy can feel like a secondary plot point we’re struggling to reach. But here’s the …

Struggling for Joy? 50+ Queer Hobbies and Community Building ExamplesRead More

So, you’ve got a story burning a hole in your heart? Maybe it’s a spicy office rivalry, a sweet small-town “friends to lovers” arc, or a high-stakes fantasy epic where the prince falls for his guard. Whatever it is, the world of MM romance books is waiting for your voice. Writing your first gay romance …

5 Steps How to Write Your First MM Romance and Publish for Free (Easy Guide for New Authors)Read More