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Janelle Monáe Teaches Lessons of Pleasure, Creativity, and Self Love

The nonbinary musician and actor unapologetically centered queer Black femme sexuality in her 2023 album, Age of Pleasure.

Lucy Dacus and Janelle Monáe on gender journeys: ‘Freedom cannot be choked’

The singers were in conversation for Rolling Stone's "Musicians on Musicians" series and spoke about how and why they play with gender fluidity.

No Shrinking Violet

Now starring in Violet Tendencies, the Facts of Life alum gives us just the facts, ma'am, on why she's earned the right to call herself a "fag hag."

Lee Lynch and Lori Lake on Lesbian Mystery, Police Raids, and Fairy Godmothers

Legendary literary pioneer Lee Lynch and mystery novelist Lori L. Lake wax poetic about creating compelling characters, writing for a mainstream audience, and the importance of those lesbian scribes who came before them.

Advocate, Out nominated for 2024 GLAAD Media Awards along with biggest queer films and tv of the year

The Advocate's Christopher Wiggins also scored a nomination for Outstanding Online Journalism Article.

11 LGBTQ+ Films & TV Shows to Watch in February

From Valentine's Day Specials to series premieres, here's your queer guide to entertainment for February 2023.

A Short Class on Clits

Your clitoris is much more than a "little penis." It's a divine source of pleasure, if you allow it to be.

In 'Yes, God, Yes,' a Lesbian Helps a Straight Girl Lose the Shame

A Catholic high school girl grapples with guilt over self-pleasure until she meets a wise older lesbian.

Health experts warn Trump’s new policies for HHS teen pregnancy program could reverse decades of progress

“What young people want is to talk about decision-making and relationships. They want to know how to take care of themselves,” one expert said. “We can trust young people with information. But only if we treat them with respect.”

Photos: LA LGBT Center's 27th Senior Prom Party

Check out these adorable images of older queer folks celebrating.

24 Tips for Giving Amazing Head

Gay sex columnist Alex Cheves offers advice for better oral intercourse.

5 things sapphics need to know about sex with an Older Wiser Lesbian, according to sex experts

Our sex experts weigh in on how to have mind-blowing sex with an older queer woman.

The Top 175 Essential Films of All Time for LGBT Viewers

What is the most essential movie ever for LGBT viewers? There can be only one. We've made our pick, and now you can vote on Facebook and Twitter in a "Clash of the Classics!"

Chasing Ghosts

A review of the video game-themed documentary from the 2007 Sundance Film Festival

The Advocates: Take It Like a Man

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Gender Decisions

The next time you have great gay sex, you can thank Edmund White

Opinion: White gave gay men the language, the images, and the legitimacy to say we exist, we love, and we have sex, writes John Casey