Category: Read with Pride – LGBTQ+ blogs and articles

Let’s be real: Valentine’s Day and social media are a toxic combo when you’re single. It’s like everyone on your feed suddenly became a romance novelist, documenting every rose petal, candlelit dinner, and “my forever person” caption. And if you’re a gay man nursing a broken heart or simply riding solo this year, the onslaught …

Digital Detox: Avoiding the 'Couple Content' TrapRead More

So here we are. Post number ten in our Valentine’s series about being single, surviving heartbreak, and navigating the gay dating apocalypse. If you’ve made it this far, you’ve probably felt seen, called out, and maybe even cried into your coffee once or twice. Good. That means you’re human. But here’s the thing I need …

Your Love Story is Still Being WrittenRead More

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The Ultimate Guide to Body Positivity in MM Fiction: From Nudism to Self-AcceptanceRead More

Authentic Bisexual Male Characters in MM Romance Literature Gay romance books exploring bisexuality and coming out remain underrepresented in mainstream MM fiction. Read with Pride offers curated LGBTQ+ ebooks featuring nuanced bisexual male protagonists in male/male relationships. Browse the complete collection now. 1. Bisexuality Is Not a Plot Device Quality MM romance books treat bisexuality …

Looking For Bisexual Representation in MM Romance? Here Are 10 Things You Should KnowRead More

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Why Literary MM Romance Hits Harder: 7 Signs You've Outgrown Trope-Only StoriesRead More

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Character-Driven MM Romance vs. Plot-Driven: Which Is Better For Your Next Read?Read More

DISCOVER GAY ROMANCE NOVELS ABOUT FAITH AND RELIGIOUS STRUGGLES Shop now at Read with Pride for authentic LGBTQ+ fiction that addresses spirituality without compromise. Our curated collection delivers character-driven MM romance exploring the intersection of queer identity and faith traditions. The question “Can you be queer and still have faith?” demands immediate answer: Yes. Queerness …

Can You Be Queer and Still Have Faith? 15 MM Romances That Explore Spirituality Without ShameRead More

Ever feel lost in the endless scroll of queer fiction, wondering what ‘MM romance’ even means or if you’ll just end up with another tragic ending?…

Well, we’ve reached the end of our “Join Us Now” series, and honestly? We’re not ready to say goodbye yet. But before we wrap this up, let’s talk about why right now, today, this minute, is the perfect time to start your author career path with Read with Pride. Because here’s the thing: we’re not …

The Best Welcome in the Business: Start Your Read with Pride JourneyRead More

Let’s be real: switching platforms is scary. You’ve got your routines, your upload process, maybe even a little audience momentum going. The thought of testing something new: especially when it means potentially splitting your focus or risking your income: can feel like too much of a gamble. So here’s the thing: what if it wasn’t …

Test the Waters: Risk-Free Publishing for 90 DaysRead More

Here’s something you won’t hear from most publishing platforms: your voice is more valuable to us than our profit margin. That’s not marketing speak. That’s the foundation of everything we’re building at Read with Pride. For too long, LGBTQ+ authors have been told their stories are “niche,” “risky,” or need to be “toned down” for …

Your Voice, Your Value: Why We're Waiving Fees for YouRead More

Let’s be real: hitting “upload” on your first gay romance novel is exhilarating. You’ve poured your heart into crafting characters who deserve love, steamy scenes that make readers swoon, and storylines that affirm queer joy. But uploading isn’t the finish line, it’s the starting line. And where you start matters more than you think. Most …

From Hitting 'Upload' to Hitting Your GoalsRead More

Look, we get it. You’ve seen those “too good to be true” offers before. The ones with asterisks the size of novels and fine print that requires a magnifying glass and a law degree. So when we say “your first three months are free from sales fees at Read with Pride”, we understand if your …

No Catch, Just Content: Understanding Our Transaction-Only PeriodRead More

Okay, here’s a wild thought: What if you had three months where every dollar from your book sales went straight into your pocket? No platform fees. No 30% cuts. No 70/30 splits that leave you wondering where the money went. Just you, your stories, and pure profit (minus the tiny card processing fee: because, you …

The 'Three Month Freedom' Challenge: What Can You Launch?Read More

Starting your journey as an LGBTQ+ author shouldn’t feel like climbing a mountain with your pockets full of rocks. But let’s be real, most publishing platforms make you feel exactly that way. Between listing fees, sales commissions, subscription costs, and mysterious “processing charges,” new authors often lose 30-70% of their earnings before they’ve even built …

A Warm Welcome to the Family: No Sales Fees for New AuthorsRead More

Let’s talk money, honey. If you’re a gay fiction writer or MM romance author trying to make a living from your craft, you already know the brutal truth: most publishing platforms treat authors like ATMs. They take a cut. Then another cut. And maybe one more for “processing.” By the time your royalty payment arrives …

Boost Your Bottom Line: Keep Your Profits This SeasonRead More

We’re Rolling Out the Rainbow Carpet for You Here’s the deal, and trust us, you’re going to want to sit down for this one: We’re giving new authors three full months of ZERO platform fees when you join Readwithpride.com. That’s right, publish your gay romance novels, MM romance books, or queer fiction, and for your …

Zero Fees, 100% Pride: Your First 3 Months Are on Us!Read More

Let’s be real: switching publishing platforms feels like a risk. You’ve built your author career somewhere else, your books are already live, you have a routine. Why rock the boat? Here’s why: Read with Pride is offering your first 3 months completely free from sales fees. That’s not a promo discount. That’s not a trial …

Why Now is the Perfect Time to Switch to Read with PrideRead More

The publishing world moves fast. Trends shift, algorithms change, and what worked yesterday might not work tomorrow. But here’s the thing about building a sustainable writing career: it’s not about chasing trends. It’s about finding a platform that grows with you, not just for you. If you’re a queer author writing MM romance, gay fiction, …

Future-Proof Your Writing Career with Read with PrideRead More