Category: Read with Pride – LGBTQ+ blogs and articles

Soho is a thief. It steals your breath with its neon teeth and swallows your silence in the roar of a thousand footsteps that never quite lead anywhere. To the casual observer, the tourist with a map or the reveller with a drink, Soho is a marketplace of the senses: a loud, proud, and often …

How to Find Radical Intimacy in the Forgotten Corners of SohoRead More

If you’re sitting there at 30, 45, or 65 wondering if you’ve “missed the boat” on living your truth, let me stop you right there. At eBooks by Dick Ferguson, we believe your story doesn’t have a deadline. Whether you’re just starting to question your identity or you’re finally ready to step into the vibrant …

The Late Bloomer’s Guide to Finding Queer Joy and Authentic Connection at Any AgeRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the traditional publishing world hasn’t always been the most welcoming place for us. Whether it’s being told our stories are “too niche,” facing “morality clauses” that feel like a direct attack on our identities, or just struggling to find a platform that understands why a slow-burn MM romance …

The Ultimate Guide to Our Free Global Publishing Portal: Everything You Need to Succeed as an LGBTQ+ AuthorRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real: as much as we love a Sunday morning tucked away with the best MM romance books 2026 has to offer, sometimes the soul craves a little more… action. Or at least a hobby that doesn’t involve staring at a screen or a page. While the “Queer Starter Pack” usually includes plant …

10 Creative Queer Hobbies You’ve Never Thought Of (From Archery to Lockpicking)Read More

There is a specific kind of magic that happens when a story shifts its weight from the cracked, rain-slicked pavement of a city street to the soft, unforgiving silence of a country lane. For those of us who live and breathe MM romance, we know that a setting is never just a backdrop. It is …

Soho Grit Vs. Countryside Stillness: Why Contrast Matters in Emotional MM FictionRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: the world can feel like a lot. Whether you’re scrolling through the news on this Sunday in May 2026 or just trying to navigate the complexities of your own life, the weight of grief and loss can sometimes feel like an uninvited guest who refuses to leave the …

How to Build a Radical Queer Future Based on Resilience and HopeRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: there is no “Standard Operating Procedure” for queer relationships. While our straight counterparts have had centuries of rigid scripts: meet, marry, buy a house, have 2.5 kids, and retire: the LGBTQ+ community has always had to be the architects of our own lives. In 2026, we are more …

The Ultimate Guide to Queer Relationships: Navigating Life’s Biggest Transitions TogetherRead More

Welcome to a space where the “either/or” labels get left at the door. If you’ve ever felt like the world is trying to fit your vibrant, multi-colored personality into a monochrome box, you’re not alone. Today, we’re talking about the “binary gaze”, what it is, why it’s limiting, and how we can all start living …

Beyond the Binary Gaze 101: A Beginner’s Guide to True Self-ExpressionRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: as much as we love devouring a spicy MM romance or a heart-wrenching lesbian romance from the comfort of our couches, there is a specific kind of magic that only happens when we step out and meet our people. We’re talking about “found family”: that classic queer fiction …

5 Steps How to Start a Queer Hobby Group and Master Community Building (Easy Guide for Readers)Read More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real: as a community, we’ve pretty much mastered the art of the “hobby-as-personality-trait.” We’ve done the sourdough, we’ve done the crochet, and we’ve definitely done the “re-reading our favorite gay romance books until the spines crack” thing. But as we move through 2026, it’s time to branch out. Whether you’re looking to …

25 Creative Queer Hobbies You’ve Never Thought Of (Like Archery and Lockpicking!)Read More

There is a specific kind of silence that follows a public execution. I’m not talking about the historical ones in the town square, though the modern digital equivalent feels just as bloody. I’m talking about the moment the phones stop ringing, the inbox stays empty, and the “friends” you thought would be your anchors disappear …

Are Second Chances Dead? Why We Still Crave Love After a Ruined Career and Public ScandalRead More

For a long time, the narrative of LGBTQ+ life has been one of “escape.” We’ve been told that to find happiness, to find love, and to find ourselves, we have to pack our bags and head for the neon lights of the big city. But here at eBooks by Dick Ferguson, we know that’s only …

Rural Queer Joy Matters: Why Finding Connection in Small Towns Is a Powerful JourneyRead More

readwithpride.com So, you’ve written a masterpiece. Maybe it’s a steamy MM romance, a heartfelt lesbian contemporary, or a high-stakes gay fantasy romance where the dragon is definitely a metaphor for something. You’ve poured your heart, soul, and probably way too much caffeine into these pages. But now comes the scary part: publishing. In the old …

The Ultimate Guide to Free LGBTQ+ Publishing: Everything You Need to Succeed on Read with PrideRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: dating apps in 2026 are exhausting. If I have to look at one more blurry gym selfie or a bio that just says “I like adventures,” I might actually hurl my phone into the nearest body of water. We’re all craving something a bit more… authentic. We want …

15 Queer Hobbies to Help You Meet Your Next Great LoveRead More

There is a specific kind of silence that exists between two men when the world has stopped asking them to be heroes, providers, or statues. It’s the silence found in the small hours of the morning, where the only thing louder than the rain against the glass is the frantic beating of a heart finally …

Looking for Deep Connection? 10 Things You Should Know About the Vulnerability of Love in MM FictionRead More

readwithpride.com Hey there, family. It’s Saturday, May 16, 2026, and if you’re reading this, it means you’re looking for a bit of light. Whether you’ve had a heavy week or you’re just tired of the constant noise, I want you to know that you are exactly where you need to be. At Read with Pride, …

5 Steps How to Practice Queer Healing and Build a Better Future Vision (Easy Guide)Read More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: growing up queer often feels like you’re playing a video game where the manual was written for a completely different console. You’re trying to use a Nintendo controller on a PlayStation life, and everyone is wondering why you haven’t hit the “Marriage and 2.5 Kids” level yet. In …

7 Mistakes You’re Making with LGBTQ+ Life Milestones (and How to Fix Them)Read More

The Beauty of Being Non-Binary: Living Beyond the Binary Gaze Have you ever felt like you were trying to fit a square peg into a round hole? Or maybe you felt like the hole didn’t even exist? For many of us in the LGBTQ+ community, the world feels like it’s built on a series of …

Identity Matters: Discovering the Beauty of Living Beyond the Binary GazeRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: being queer in 2026 is a vibe, but it can also be a bit lonely if your only social interaction is arguing with strangers on the internet about which MM romance tropes are superior (it’s obviously enemies to lovers, don’t @ me). While we all love devouring the …

Queer Hobbies 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Mastering the Art of Community BuildingRead More

readwithpride.com Let’s be real for a second: making friends as an adult is hard. Making queer friends as an adult when you’re tired of the bar scene? That feels like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube in the dark while someone yells the wrong colors at you. We’ve all been there. You want that “found …

Looking For a New Passion? Here Are 10 Queer Hobbies to Level Up Your Social LifeRead More