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We Don't Have to Be "Important"
Dispatches from 2023's Doll Invasion of Fire Island
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May 2023

Doing Less at the End of the World
This book changed my life and it might change yours!
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April 2023

The Enduring Legacy of Ugly Betty
How Ms. Suarez made me who I am
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January 2022

We Should All Live More Like Ándre Leon Talley
On beauty and the pursuit of it
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December 2021

My 50 Fave Music, Movies, TV, and Books of 2021
Okay, it's not all "queer" but it is definitely gay.
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13 More Taurus-Approved Holiday Gifts for Queers
For the kinky, crunchy, astrological, luxurious, and mutual aid-minded!
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November 2021

12 Gift Ideas for Gays, Queers, and Sensitive Types
'tis the damn season for art books, gold jewelry, and emo-ass card games!
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Everyone Is Having a Really Hard Time Right Now
On Adele, the moon, and other things to get your spirits up
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Add This New Pop Culture Podcast to Your Queer Digest
Plus, Drag Race takes, Christmas music recs, and your new favorite bag.
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October 2021

Great British Bake Off Is the Mood Stabilizer You Need Right Now
Plus! A fall playlist, good weed, and other things to do instead of watching Dave Chapelle.
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September 2021

The Gay Cold Makes It's Second Wave
Plus, drag artists finally holding "Bushwig" accountable to not paying performers.
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How to Crack Your Creative Process
Plus, aid in New Orleans and Texas.
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