Author: Read with Pride

Loss is a heavy word. Whether it’s the passing of a loved one, the end of a long-term relationship, or the grieving of the “before-times” when things felt simpler, loss hits different when you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community. Our lives are often built on “chosen family,” unique milestones, and a resilience that the world …

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Let’s be real: as a community, we’ve mastered the art of “aiming” for a better world, but sometimes our personal focus gets a little… fuzzy. Between navigating the digital landscape, the beautiful chaos of queer parenting, and the general noise of existing in 2026, finding a moment of pure, unadulterated “calm” is like trying to …

Why Queer Archery Will Change the Way You Build Focus and CommunityRead More

Let’s take a breath and look around. It’s 2026, and the world, well, parts of it, anyway: looks a lot different than it did even a decade ago. We’ve seen the “Rainbow Wave” of elected officials, we’ve watched queer narratives move from the “tragic sidekick” trope to front-and-center leads in MM romance books, and we’ve …

Does “Coming Out” Still Matter in 2026? Exploring Modern Queer Life MilestonesRead More

Let’s be real: as much as we love a strobe light and a well-mixed gin and tonic, the “gay bar or bust” era of queer socializing is getting a much-needed software update. In 2026, the queer community is trading sticky floors for sketchbooks, hiking boots, and, our personal favorite, steamy MM romance books. Whether you’re …

Queer Hobbies: 20 Creative Ideas to Get You Started and ConnectedRead More

Let’s be real: sometimes life feels like a repetitive loop of “work, scroll, sleep, repeat.” If you’ve found yourself staring at your bookshelf or your streaming queue feeling like you’ve seen it all, you’re in need of a new obsession. Whether you’re looking for a fresh activity to dive into in the real world or …

Struggling for Your Next Obsession? 50+ Queer Hobbies and Relationship Scenarios to ExploreRead More

Let’s be real for a second: the publishing world hasn’t always been our best friend. For years, queer authors have had to jump through endless hoops, deal with “gatekeepers” who think our stories are “too niche,” or strip away the authenticity of our characters just to fit into a mainstream mold. Whether you’re writing steamy …

The Ultimate Guide to Our Free Global Publishing Portal: Everything You Need to Succeed as a Queer AuthorRead More

Let’s be real: sometimes “going out” just feels like standing in a loud bar wondering if the guy in the corner is checking you out or just trying to find the bathroom. In 2026, the queer community is moving beyond the dance floor and into the archery range, the garden, and, surprisingly, the world of …

15 Queer Hobbies to Try This Year: From Archery to Lockpicking Your Way Into a New CommunityRead More

Healing isn’t a straight line: and honestly, as queer people, we’ve never been much for “straight” lines anyway. Whether we’re navigating the loss of a loved one, the ending of a relationship, or the heavy weight of the world, our community has a long, beautiful history of turning pain into something visionary. At Read with …

15 Queer Healing Rituals to Honor Loss and Build HopeRead More

Let’s be real: that “New Relationship Energy” (NRE) hits the LGBTQ+ community a little differently. One minute you’re locking eyes across a crowded bar or swiping right on a profile that actually mentions MM romance books, and the next, you’re mentally picking out curtains for the apartment you’re definitely moving into by next Tuesday. Falling …

7 Mistakes You’re Making with New Queer Relationships (and How to Fix Them)Read More

Let’s be real: sometimes the best part of finishing a spicy MM romance novel isn’t the “Happily Ever After”: it’s the desperate urge to find a group of people who get it. We’ve all been there, scrolling through Read with pride at 2 AM, feeling all the feels, and wishing our real-life squad was as …

25 Creative Queer Hobbies for Epic Community Building You’ve Never Thought OfRead More

Let’s be real for a second: finding your “people” can feel like a full-time job. You’d think that in 2026, with the entire internet in our pockets, connecting with fellow queer humans would be as easy as swiping right on a latte. But sometimes, the apps feel like a digital desert, and the local gay …

Struggling for Connection? 50+ Queer Hobbies and Digital Community Examples to ExploreRead More

Let’s be real for a second: the world of publishing can feel like a high-stakes game of musical chairs where the music is controlled by a handful of corporate giants, and the chairs are increasingly being pulled away from LGBTQ+ creators. Whether you’re a seasoned author of MM romance books or a first-time writer crafting …

Why Our Free Global Publishing Portal Will Change the Way You Share Your Queer StoriesRead More

Let’s be real for a second: being queer in 2026 is a beautiful, messy, and sometimes exhausting experience. While we’ve made huge strides, the weight of the past: and the noise of the present: can sometimes leave us feeling a bit frayed at the edges. But here’s the secret sauce: queer healing isn’t about “fixing” …

The Ultimate Guide to Queer Healing: Everything You Need to Foster LGBTQ+ ResilienceRead More

Let’s be real: being a high-achieving professional in 2026 is a full-time heist. Between the back-to-back Zoom calls, the “urgent” emails that could have been a Slack message, and the constant pressure to climb the ladder, finding time for yourself feels like a luxury we can’t afford. But for those of us in the LGBTQ+ …

How to Integrate Queer Hobbies with Your Busy Professional CareerRead More

Let’s be real: the standard relationship milestones we grew up seeing on TV are… a bit “copy-paste,” aren’t they? Meet at a bar, date for two years, get a diamond ring, have a massive white wedding, buy a house in the suburbs, and produce 2.5 children. While that path is beautiful for some, it doesn’t …

25 Creative Queer Relationship Milestones You’ve Never Thought OfRead More

Let’s be real: sometimes the hardest part of being queer isn’t coming out to your parents: it’s finding a local group of friends that doesn’t involve a loud bar or a sticky dance floor at 2 AM. While we all love a good pride parade, the soul of our community often lives in the quiet, …

Queer Hobbies 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering Local Community BuildingRead More

Let’s be real: sometimes the “standard” queer social scene of bar-hopping and brunching can feel a little… well, repetitive. If you’re looking to find your tribe, spark some joy, or just find a new way to spend your Sunday that doesn’t involve a hangover, it’s time to dive into the world of queer hobbies. Whether …

25 Creative Queer Hobbies You’ve Never Thought Of (From Archery to Lockpicking)Read More

Let’s be real for a second: the publishing world hasn’t always been the most welcoming place for us. For years, LGBTQ+ authors, especially those writing steamy MM romance, raw queer fiction, or adventurous lesbian narratives, have had to jump through more hoops than a circus performer just to get their stories seen. You’ve dealt with …

The Ultimate Guide to Our Free Publishing Portal: Everything You Need to Succeed in 2026Read More

Hey there, gorgeous. Are you tired of the “brunch, club, repeat” cycle? Don’t get me wrong, we love a bottomless mimosa as much as the next person, but sometimes the soul (and the liver) craves something a little more… tactile. Whether you’re looking to meet new people, build a skill, or just find a way …

25 Creative Queer Hobbies You’ve Never Thought Of (Yes, Even Lockpicking)Read More

Let’s be real for a second: being queer is beautiful, but it can also be a lot of work. Between navigating a world that doesn’t always “get it” and dealing with the internal baggage we’ve carried since we were kids, the journey to true queer healing is rarely a straight line (pun absolutely intended). Whether …

The Ultimate Guide to Queer Healing: Everything You Need to Succeed in Your JourneyRead More