Category: Read with Pride – LGBTQ+ blogs and articles

In a world that loves its neat little boxes, being non-binary is a radical act of beauty. For a long time, society has been obsessed with the binary: the idea that you’re either “this” or “that,” a man or a woman, with nothing in between. But here at Read with Pride, we know that life …

The Beauty of Being Non-Binary Matters: How to Live Authentically Beyond the Binary GazeRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: as much as we all love a neon-lit dance floor and a questionable cocktail at 1:00 AM, the “standard” queer social scene can feel a bit… repetitive. If you’ve ever found yourself standing in a crowded bar, clutching a gin and tonic, and wondering if there’s more to …

Why Finding Niche Queer Hobbies Will Change the Way You Connect With the CommunityRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: navigating a career as an LGBTQ+ person in 2026 still feels like a bit of a high-wire act. On one hand, you’ve got the drive, the talent, and the vision to reach the top. On the other, you’re often dealing with the “tax” of being queer: explaining your …

The Ultimate Guide to Queer Professional Development: Everything You Need to Lead with PrideRead More

If you’ve spent any time in the vibrant world of LGBTQ+ ebooks or the broader queer community, you’ve likely come across the terms “Ace” and “Aro.” But even for those of us who are well-versed in MM romance and gay fiction, these specific identities can sometimes feel like a bit of a mystery. At Read …

Ace and Aro 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering Genuine SupportRead More

readwithpride.com Hey there, beautiful humans. Welcome back to the blog. It’s March 10, 2026, and if you’ve been paying attention to the world lately, you know that the conversation around who we are is moving faster than a TikTok trend. Here at Read with Pride, we’re not just about steamy MM romance books (though, let’s …

The Modern Reader’s Guide to the Science of Gender and Identity at Read with PrideRead More

There’s a common myth that the journey of self-discovery is a young man’s game. We’re told that by the time we hit our 40s, 50s, or 60s, the “concrete has set.” But if there’s one thing we know at Read with Pride, it’s that the most beautiful stories: the ones with the most emotional depth …

15 Heartfelt Stories of Courage to Inspire Your Own Late-in-Life DiscoveryRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: healing is exhausting. If you’ve spent any time navigating the complexities of the LGBTQ+ experience, you know that “healing” often feels like a full-time job you didn’t apply for, with no benefits and a boss who keeps moving the finish line. We talk a lot about processing trauma, …

Why Future Visions of Queer Joy Will Change the Way You Process HealingRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: for a long time, the “standard” life map handed to us was pretty linear. You graduate, you get a job, you get married, you buy a house, and you have 2.5 kids. But for those of us in the LGBTQ+ community, that map often felt like it was …

15 Queer Life Milestones to Celebrate (That Have Nothing to Do with Marriage)Read More

Let’s be real for a second: the world loves a box. From the moment we’re born, there’s a frantic rush to label us. Pink or blue? Batman or Barbie? Sports or dance? For many of us in the LGBTQ+ community, those boxes have always felt a little too tight, like a pair of jeans three …

The Ultimate Guide to Being Non-Binary: Everything You Need to Thrive Beyond the GazeRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real: we’ve all stayed up until 3 AM devouring the latest MM romance books, clutching our hearts as two characters who absolutely loathe each other are forced to share the last sleeping bag in a blizzard. There is something undeniably electric about the “enemies to lovers” trope. The sniping, the lingering glares, …

25 Creative Queer Hobbies for Finding Your Own Enemies to Lovers MM RomanceRead More

Welcome back to the blog! It’s Monday, March 9, 2026, and here at eBooks by Dick Ferguson, we are kicking off the week with a deep dive into allyship. Whether you’re a long-time fan of MM romance or you’re just starting to explore the vast world of LGBTQ+ ebooks, understanding the full spectrum of our …

7 Mistakes You’re Making When Supporting Ace and Aro People (And How to Fix Them)Read More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real: navigating the professional world as an LGBTQ+ person is often like playing a video game on “Hard Mode” while everyone else is on “Tutorial.” Whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder, navigating the labyrinth of academia, or trying to launch your own creative empire, the traditional “rules” of professional development weren’t exactly …

7 Mistakes You’re Making with Your Queer Professional Development (and How to Fix Them)Read More

readwithpride.com We humans love a good filing system. We’ve spent centuries trying to sort the messy, vibrant chaos of existence into neat little drawers labeled “A” or “B.” Man or Woman. Straight or Gay. Black or White. It’s comforting, right? Having a label makes the world feel predictable. But if you’ve spent any time in …

Are Binary Labels Dead? How Modern Philosophy is Redefining Queer IdentityRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: writing the book is actually the easy part. Okay, maybe not easy, you’ve spent months (or years) agonising over every “enemies to lovers” glance and making sure your “forced proximity” scene is spicy enough to melt a Kindle screen. But once that “The End” is typed, the real …

Beyond the Upload: How Read with Pride’s Free Tools Support Your LaunchRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: writing a steamy, heart-wrenching, or world-building MM romance is the “easy” part. Okay, maybe not easy: we’ve all stared at a blank cursor for three hours: but it’s the part where your heart is. The part that feels like a grind? Marketing. Specifically, trying to get your book …

The True Value of Free Social Media Promotion for MM AuthorsRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s get real for a second. You’ve spent months: maybe years: pouring your soul into your latest MM romance books. You’ve survived the late-night plotting sessions, the “why did I make this character so stubborn?” breakdowns, and the endless rounds of editing. You finally hit that “publish” button on the big “A,” expecting to …

Why Amazon’s 70% Royalty Isn’t Enough for Serious MM WritersRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the publishing world has been a bit of a “straight-ish” club for a long time. If you’re an author writing MM romance books or deep-cut queer fiction, you’ve probably felt the squeeze. Whether it’s a traditional “Big Five” publisher telling you your lead isn’t “relatable” enough (read: not …

Read with Pride vs. The Big Five: Taking Back Control of Your StoriesRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the dream of being a “one-hit wonder” in the literary world is pretty much a myth in 2026, especially in the high-octane world of MM romance books. If you want to quit your day job and spend your afternoons writing steamy encounters and emotional slow-burns, you need more …

Scaling Your Writing Career: Why Unlimited Books Matter in 2026Read More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second. You’ve spent months, maybe years, pouring your heart, soul, and a healthy amount of caffeine into your latest MM romance. You’ve nailed the “enemies to lovers” tension, the “slow burn” is agonizingly perfect, and the “forced proximity” scene in the snowed-in cabin? Chef’s kiss. But then comes the …

The SEO Advantage: Getting Your MM Romance Found on Read with PrideRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the indie publishing world in 2026 is a bit of a jungle. You’ve spent months (maybe years) pouring your heart, soul, and several gallons of iced coffee into your latest MM romance masterpiece. You’ve nailed the “enemies to lovers” tension, the “slow burn” is agonizingly perfect, and your …

Read with Pride vs. Amazon KDP: Why 96% Royalty is the New StandardRead More