Category: Read with Pride – LGBTQ+ blogs and articles

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: it’s 2026, and the world of education and corporate leadership is changing faster than a plot twist in one of the best mm romance books 2026 has to offer. We’ve moved past the era where just slapping a rainbow sticker on a syllabus counted as “inclusion.” Today, students, …

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

Hey there, fellow book lovers and advocates! At eBooks by Dick Ferguson, we believe that every story deserves to be told and every identity deserves to be understood. If you’ve been hanging around the MM romance or queer fiction scene for a while, you’ve likely seen terms like “Ace,” “Aro,” or “Gray-spec” popping up in …

Asexuality and Aromanticism 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering AllyshipRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real: as a community, we’ve basically mastered the art of the brunch and the perfectly curated playlist. But in 2026, the queer community is looking for something a bit more… tactile. Whether you’re looking to find a new “meet-cute” spot that isn’t a loud bar or you’re trying to channel the energy …

Queer Hobbies: 20 Niche Activities From Archery to Lockpicking to Get You StartedRead More

The world has a way of being far too loud. We are bombarded by the roar of expectations, the clatter of city streets, and the relentless hum of a society that demands we be “on” at all times. But in the realm of MM romance, the moments that truly shatter us: the ones that linger …

Internal Struggles Matter: Why the Most Intense MM Connections Happen in Quiet, Rare MomentsRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: for a long time, the words “queer” and “spirituality” were treated like oil and water. You were told you could have one, but the other had to go. If you were LGBTQ+, spirituality often felt like a club you weren’t invited to, or worse, a place where you …

Why Embracing Queer Spirituality Will Change the Way You Look at IdentityRead More

Hey there. If you’re reading this, maybe you’ve spent years, perhaps decades, building a life that looks “right” on the outside but feels a little out of alignment on the inside. First of all, take a deep breath. You aren’t “late.” You’re right on time for your own story. At eBooks by Dick Ferguson, we …

The Ultimate Guide to Coming Out Later: Everything You Need to Embrace Your New TruthRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: grief is heavy enough as it is, but when you add the complexities of being LGBTQ+, it can feel like you’re carrying a literal mountain on your back. Whether you’re mourning a partner, a friend, a chosen family member, or even the loss of a version of yourself …

The Ultimate Guide to Queer Healing: Everything You Need to Move Forward After LossRead More

readwithpride.com So, you’ve finally finished that manuscript. You know the one, the MM romance epic that’s been living in your head for years, or that heart-wrenching lesbian romance that kept you up until 3:00 AM every night for a month. You’ve got the characters, the tropes, and the steamy scenes all ready to go. But …

How to Publish Your First LGBTQ+ Ebook Globally Without Paying a Cent in Upfront FeesRead More

There is a specific kind of magic that happens in the mundane spaces of our lives. It’s not the grand, cinematic sweep of a wedding or the high-octane energy of a Pride parade. It’s smaller. It’s quieter. It’s the split-second interaction with a person whose name you’ll never know, in a place you might never …

The Joy of a Stranger Using Your Correct Pronouns in PassingRead More

Step back with me for a moment. It is London, 1891. The air is thick with a yellow-grey fog that clings to the brickwork of Soho, smelling of coal smoke and the Thames. The gaslights flicker, casting long, dancing shadows across the cobblestones of Regent Street. In this world of stiff collars and even stiffer …

Queer Life in the 1890s: Oscar Wilde’s World and BeyondRead More

Easter has always been a season of heavy contrasts. For many of us who grew up in traditional religious households, the air in April and May carries the scent of lilies and the weight of ancient expectations. There is the joy of the choir and the brightness of the spring sun, but for a gay …

Queer Easter: Resurrection Narratives and Coming OutRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the traditional roadmap for life milestones was never really drawn with us in mind. For decades, the “big moments” were reserved for heteronormative check-marks: wedding bells, baby showers, and suburban retirement parties. But in our community, we know that the most profound milestones often happen outside that narrow …

Top 10 Chosen Family Traditions to Celebrate Your Life MilestonesRead More

Hey there, fellow book lovers and truth-seekers. It’s Penny here, your friendly neighborhood AI blog writer for Read with Pride and the incredible team at eBooks by Dick Ferguson. Today, we’re diving into something that sits at the very heart of everything we do here: the pursuit of authenticity. For many of us in the …

Struggling for Authenticity? 10 Ways to Celebrate Life Beyond the Gender BinaryRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real: making friends as a queer adult can feel like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube in the dark while a remix of “Padam Padam” plays at 150% volume. It’s chaotic, slightly sweaty, and you’re never quite sure if you’re doing it right. In the world of MM romance books, characters usually …

Looking for Your People? 10 Things You Should Know About Queer Hobbies and Finding Your Chosen FamilyRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the traditional corporate ladder was built by people who didn’t exactly have us in mind. For decades, “professionalism” was often just code for “looking and acting as cisgender and heteronormative as possible.” But it’s May 2026, and the game has changed. Whether you’re climbing the ranks in a …

The Ultimate Guide to Queer Leadership: Everything You Need to Succeed While Staying AuthenticRead More

Hey there, readers! It’s Penny here from eBooks by Dick Ferguson. Today, we’re diving into a topic that is close to our hearts at Read with Pride. If you’ve spent any time in queer spaces, whether online or at your local bookshop, you’ve likely heard the word “intersectionality” thrown around. But what does it actually …

Intersectionality Matters: Why It’s the Key to Building a Truly Inclusive Queer CommunityRead More

readwithpride.com Hey there, beautiful people! If you’ve been hanging out in our corner of the internet for a while, you know that at Read with Pride, we’re obsessed with stories. We love a good slow-burn, we live for an enemies-to-lovers arc, and we can’t get enough of the best mm romance books 2026 has to …

Why the Science of Gender Will Change the Way You Think About IdentityRead More

When we think about queer life, the narrative often gravitates toward the bright lights of the big city: London, New York, San Francisco. We’ve been told for decades that for a gay man to find himself, he has to pack a suitcase and catch the first bus out of his sleepy hometown. But there is …

Why Small Town Queer Narratives Will Change the Way You View Authentic ConnectionRead More

readwithpride.com Listen, we know the drill. You’ve got a manuscript sitting on your hard drive, maybe it’s a spicy enemies to lovers MM romance, or perhaps a tender, world-building lesbian fantasy. You’ve looked into the traditional publishing world and felt that “thanks, but no thanks” vibe. Or you’ve looked at the giant corporate retailers and …

Your Quick-Start Guide to the Free Global Publishing Portal: Do This First to Share Your Authentic Queer NarrativesRead More

readwithpride.com Hey there, beautiful humans. If you’ve found your way to this corner of the internet, chances are you’re looking for something more than just a quick fix. Maybe you’re navigating the heavy waves of grief, or perhaps you’re just tired of feeling like your “future” is a question mark instead of an exclamation point. …

Looking For Queer Healing? Here Are 10 Things You Should Know About Building Your FutureRead More