Category: Read with Pride – LGBTQ+ blogs and articles

readwithpride.com Let’s be real: we’ve all spent a Tuesday night (and maybe a Wednesday morning) huddled under our covers, devouring MM romance books until our eyes blurred. There is something about those tropes: the pining, the “forced proximity,” the “enemies to lovers” arc: that hits different. But what if I told you that you could …

Top 10 Queer Hobbies That Feel Exactly Like an MM Romance NovelRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: being a queer professional in academia or the broader education sector in 2026 isn’t just about showing up with a rainbow lanyard and hoping for the best. It’s about strategy, visibility, and, let’s face it, a whole lot of resilience. Whether you’re a teacher in a K-12 setting, …

The Professional’s Guide to Queer Education and Navigating Academic Spaces in 2026Read More

Hey there, fellow book lovers and advocates! At eBooks by Dick Ferguson, we believe every story deserves to be told and every identity deserves to be celebrated. Today, we’re diving deep into a topic that is often misunderstood but incredibly vital to our vibrant LGBTQ+ community: Asexuality and Aromanticism. Whether you’re a long-time fan of …

The Ultimate Guide to Asexuality: Everything You Need to Know to Support the Ace CommunityRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the word “philosophy” usually conjures up images of old guys in togas or somber academics in turtlenecks debating things that don’t seem to matter when you’re just trying to figure out which pride flag to hang in your window. But Queer Philosophy is different. It’s vibrant, it’s messy, …

Queer Philosophy 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering Identity Through LiteratureRead More

There’s a common misconception in mainstream media that the “coming out” story is a young person’s game. We’ve seen the teenage coming-of-age tales: the high school hallways, the prom angst, and the first awkward fumblings of youth. And while those stories are vital, there is a profound, untapped depth in the stories of those who …

Why Reading About Coming Out Later in Life Will Change the Way You Experience Love and ResilienceRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the publishing world has always been a bit of a gated community. For decades, LGBTQ+ authors, especially those writing steamy MM romance books or niche queer fiction, have had to jump through endless hoops just to get their stories into the hands of readers who actually “get” them. …

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

readwithpride.com Grief is a heavy word, isn’t it? It’s that uninvited guest who crashes on your sofa, drinks all your oat milk, and refuses to leave. For those of us in the LGBTQ+ community, grief often comes with extra layers, like a complicated rainbow cake that someone dropped on the floor. Whether you’re mourning a …

5 Steps How to Process Grief and Create Brighter Future Visions (Easy Guide for LGBTQ+ Readers)Read More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the traditional “life roadmap” wasn’t exactly drawn with us in mind. You know the one, graduate, get a “stable” job, marry a person of the opposite sex, buy a house with a white picket fence, and have 2.5 kids. For many in the LGBTQ+ community, that script feels …

Chosen Family Matters: How to Navigate Life Milestones Your WayRead More

The Beauty of Being Non-Binary: Living Beyond the Binary Gaze Before we dive deep into the cobblestone streets of London’s most famous queer district, we need to talk about the spirit that has always animated Soho: the refusal to be pinned down. When we look at The Beauty of Being Non-Binary: Living Beyond the Binary …

Why Discovering Soho’s Queer History Will Change the Way You Experience Modern Gay LifeRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real: sometimes the “bar scene” feels a bit like a repetitive slow burn romance where the payoff never quite arrives. While we love a good cocktail and a flashing dance floor, there is a whole world of queer joy waiting to be discovered in the realm of hobbies. We aren’t just talking …

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

If these cobblestone streets could talk, they’d whisper centuries of secrets, scandals, and forbidden M/M romance. Soho has long been the beating heart of London’s queer scene, a place where identity wasn’t just found, it was forged in the basement bars and neon-lit alleys. But before we dive deep into the gin-soaked history of Old …

The History Lover’s Guide to Queer Identity and Nightlife at London’s Iconic SohoRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the traditional corporate ladder was built by people who didn’t exactly have “rainbow pride” on their mood boards. For a long time, leadership was synonymous with “fitting in,” “playing it safe,” and “leaving your personal life at the door.” But it’s Wednesday, April 15, 2026, and the world …

Queer Leadership 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering Career Growth and AuthenticityRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the “Who am I?” question is a lot heavier when you’re standing outside the traditional white-picket-fence, 2.5-kids, hetero-normative narrative. If you’ve ever felt like you’re wandering through a fog trying to find your “purpose,” you aren’t alone. In fact, that feeling of being “other” is actually the starting …

Looking for Your Purpose? Here Are 10 Things You Should Know About Queer Philosophy and IdentityRead More

There’s a common misconception floating around that “coming out” is a milestone reserved exclusively for the young. We see it in movies and read it in YA novels: the nervous teenager in the high school hallway finally finding the words. While those stories are beautiful and vital, they only represent one chapter of the human …

Coming Out Later in Life Matters: Why Your Authentic Emotional Journey is a Story Worth TellingRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the publishing world hasn’t always been the most welcoming place for us. Whether you’re writing steamy MM romance, gritty gay thrillers, or high-concept queer fiction, the hurdles have always been there. Gatekeepers, high fees, and “content guidelines” that feel more like censorship than curation. But it’s Tuesday, April …

The Ultimate Guide to the Read with Pride Portal: Everything You Need to Succeed as a Queer WriterRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: being queer in 2026 is a vibe, but it’s also a journey that comes with its own unique set of baggage. Whether we’re talking about navigating the complexities of identity, dealing with the echoes of past grief, or just trying to figure out where we fit in an …

LGBTQ+ Resilience 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering Future-Focused HealingRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the “standard” life map we were handed as kids is a bit… boring. You know the one. Go to school, find a partner of the opposite sex, get married by twenty-six, buy a house with a white picket fence, and have two and a half kids. It’s a …

The Ultimate Guide to Queer Life Milestones: Everything You Need to Know About Navigating ChangeRead More

When we talk about resilience, the world usually points to “bouncing back” or “toughening up.” But for the LGBTQ+ community, resilience isn’t just a buzzword; it’s our ancestral inheritance. It’s something deeper, more vibrant, and: dare I say: more magical than the mainstream narrative ever lets on. At eBooks by Dick Ferguson, we spend a …

Resilience Secrets Revealed: What the World Doesn’t Want You to Know About Queer StrengthRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: we are all a little bit tired of the apps. It’s April 2026, and if I have to see one more torso-only profile picture or get a “hey” that leads absolutely nowhere, I might just throw my phone into the nearest body of water. We’re craving something real. …

Queer Hobbies: 20 Creative Ways to Get You Started with Community Building and Finding Your Real-Life MM Gym Romance StoryRead More

The ace spectrum encompasses sexual orientations ranging from asexual to allosexual, representing diverse experiences of sexual attraction.[1][3] Supporting this community begins with understanding these varied identities and recognizing that asexuality is a legitimate orientation deserving respect and visibility. Whether you are a die-hard fan of MM romance or someone just starting to explore LGBTQ+ ebooks, …

The Ultimate Guide to the Ace Spectrum: Everything You Need to Know to Support Your Queer CommunityRead More