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In Cat Sebastian's Queer Historical Romances, Fighting For Change Is Part of the Happy Ending

06/30/2023

In Cat Sebastian's Queer Historical Romances, Fighting For Change Is Part of the Happy Ending

A few years back, author Cat Sebastian heard there wasn't a market for historical romance set in the 20th century, so she wrote most of her novels — all of them queer historical fiction — in the distant past, focusing especially on the Georgian and Regency eras.

There's "Even More" Romance in the "Queen Charlotte" Book, Author Julia Quinn Promises

05/19/2023

There's "Even More" Romance in the "Queen Charlotte" Book, Author Julia Quinn Promises

Millions of fans across the world have now watched Queen Charlotte and King George fall in love, against the odds, in the new spinoff of Netflix's immensely popular show "Bridgerton."

Judy Blume "Feels Good" Celebrating "Are You There God?" — and Teaching "Puberty Is a Good Thing"

05/11/2023

Judy Blume "Feels Good" Celebrating "Are You There God?" — and Teaching "Puberty Is a Good Thing"

It's a great time to be Judy Blume.

Runner Meghan Zipin Survived the Boston Marathon Bombing. This Is Her Life 10 Years Later.

04/14/2023

Runner Meghan Zipin Survived the Boston Marathon Bombing. This Is Her Life 10 Years Later.

Content warning: This post discusses an incident of violent terrorism that resulted in death.

Sex Therapist Vanessa Marin Shares How to Get Comfortable Talking About Sex

02/20/2023

Sex Therapist Vanessa Marin Shares How to Get Comfortable Talking About Sex

It's time for some dirty talk.

Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt Loves Matching Outfits, Birth-Order Theory, and Bedtime Routines

02/09/2023

Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt Loves Matching Outfits, Birth-Order Theory, and Bedtime Routines

Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt started writing her new book, "Good Night, Sister," about two sisters setting out to sleep in their own rooms for the first time, just weeks after giving birth to her first daughter, Lyla.

Yes, the Celeb Scandals in Deuxmoi's New Book Are Based on Real Life

11/09/2022

Yes, the Celeb Scandals in Deuxmoi's New Book Are Based on Real Life

If you're even remotely invested in following the nitty gritty behind-the-scenes details of your favorite celebrities' lives, you probably follow Deuxmoi on Instagram.

Self-Care Is Only the First Step to Wellness, Says Author Fariha Róisín In 'Who Is Wellness For?'

10/14/2022

Self-Care Is Only the First Step to Wellness, Says Author Fariha Róisín In 'Who Is Wellness For?'

I've never been good with criticism — giving or receiving it.

"Girls Can Kiss Now" Is a Love Letter to Lesbian Pop Culture History

05/12/2022

"Girls Can Kiss Now" Is a Love Letter to Lesbian Pop Culture History

The title of Jill Gutowitz's debut book feels less like a title and more like an observation: "Girls Can Kiss Now."

Lilly Singh's New Book Will Convince You to "Be a Triangle"

04/05/2022

Lilly Singh's New Book Will Convince You to "Be a Triangle"

At 92 pages long and sprinkled with comic-style illustrations, Lilly's Singh's "Be a Triangle" (out today) is deceptively short and simple.

Jasmine Guillory Likes Writing Books About Women Who Have Sex — and Like It

03/25/2022

Jasmine Guillory Likes Writing Books About Women Who Have Sex — and Like It

New York Times bestselling author Jasmine Guillory has written seven romance novels, including "The Wedding Date," "The Proposal," and the upcoming "By The Book."

How @PlantKween Turned Plant Care Into Self-Care

03/22/2022

How @PlantKween Turned Plant Care Into Self-Care

Author of "You Grow, Gurl!" and plant influencer Christopher Griffin (@PlantKween on Instagram) was always a writer.