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The Troubled Soul, Immense Talent, And Unbowed Spirit Of Sinéad O’connor
Few artists have straddled the boundaries between acclaim, controversy and public affection as effectively as Sinéad O’Connor.
Review: Jack’s Ever After
Owen Lach’s Jack’s Ever After: Another Modern Queer Fairy Tale shines with nuanced characters, poignant storytelling, and a heartfelt exploration of the challenges that threaten a happily ever after.
Review: Pageboy
Elliot Page’s Pageboy is a courageous and illuminating memoir that shares Page’s personal story and contributes to the broader discourse on gender and identity.
Review: Deep as the Sky, Red as the Sea
Rita Chang-Eppig’s Deep as the Sky, Red as the Sea examines the intricate dynamics of gender roles and womanhood in the context of a historical Chinese pirate story.
Review: If I See You Again Tomorrow
Robbie Couch’s If I See You Again Tomorrow is a heartfelt and relatable story reflecting themes of social isolation and loneliness.
These 13 Books Faced More Library Ban Attempts Than Any Others In 2022
Lessa Kanani’opua Pelayo-Lozada, president of the American Library Association, discussed a year of unprecedented book bans
Review: Small Joys
Elvin James Mensah’s Small Joys is a poignant chronicle of friendship, mental illness, and the power of human connection.
The 1st Amendment and Protecting Drag Performances
States attempting to ban drag performances are likely to encounter legal challenges.
Review: Ander & Santi Were Here
Jonny Garza Villa’s Ander & Santi Were Here is a powerful love story that will leave you swooning and thinking about the meaning of home.
What HBO’s “The Last of Us” Meant For an AIDS Crisis Survivor
The show’s episode about an older gay couple’s love in a dire setting brought back memories of commitment and heartbreaking loss in a time when much of society was unable — or unwilling — to help.
Queerphobia and Fatphobia in Criticism of Sam Smith
Non-binary singer Sam Smith has caused waves with the release of their music video for I’m Not Here to Make Friends, a triumphantly queer declaration of joy and confidence.