Category: Read with Pride – LGBTQ+ blogs and articles

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

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second. As an LGBTQ+ author, the dream has always been to see your name in lights, or at least, in the “Top Charts” section of a major e-book retailer. For years, Apple Books, Amazon, and Google Books were the only players in town. You’d upload your heart and soul, …

Why LGBTQ+ Authors are Leaving Apple Books for Read with Pride’s Free ToolsRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: writing MM romance books is a labor of love, sweat, and probably a few too many cups of coffee at 2 AM. You’ve spent months perfecting that “enemies to lovers” tension or making sure your “forced proximity” cabin-in-the-woods setting feels just right. But when the draft is done, …

Google Play vs. Read with Pride: Maximizing Your MM Romance EarningsRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s have some real talk. You’ve spent months: maybe years: pouring your heart, soul, and a dangerous amount of caffeine into your latest MM romance masterpiece. You’ve nailed the “enemies to lovers” tension, the “slow burn” is agonizingly perfect, and the “only one bed” trope is chef’s kiss. Now comes the part that usually …

The Hidden Costs of Publishing: How Read with Pride Beats the CompetitionRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second, being an indie author in 2026 is a full-time hustle. You’re not just writing the next steamy MM romance; you’re a marketer, an SEO specialist, a cover designer, and your own biggest cheerleader. But nothing kills the creative vibe faster than hitting a “upload limit” or getting hit …

Why Unlimited Book Uploads at Read with Pride Tops Amazon’s RestrictionsRead 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: we’ve all been there. You’re deep into a late-night reading session, scrolling through your library on that sleek Apple interface, and suddenly you realize… something is missing. Maybe it’s the lack of specific MM romance sub-genres, or perhaps it’s the clinical, corporate feel of a platform that treats …

Why Apple Books Users are Switching to Read with Pride for MM RomanceRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: writing a book is hard. Between the late-night coffee binges, the “enemies to lovers” plot holes that refuse to close, and the emotional toll of writing a “slow burn” that actually stays slow, you’ve put in the work. But as any indie author in 2026 knows, finishing the …

The Cost of Success: Comparing Publishing Fees Across Major PlatformsRead More