No black woman writer in this culture can write “too much.” Indeed, no woman writer can write ‘too much’…No woman has ever written enough. – bell hooks Black and African American Lesbian literature focuses on the experiences of Black women’s experiences. The experiences are shaped by homophobia, racism, sexism, and classism, but are more than … Read more
Christmas is a state of love Christmas is a sacred religious holiday for some, and a worldwide cultural and commercial phenomenon for others. Most often celebrated on December 25 (Eastern Orthodox Christmas is celebrated on January 7), it has become a symbol of family, love and peace. And sometimes, murder. In literature, Christmas is often … Read more
It feels so good saying it: I am a strong, Black, lesbian woman. Every single time I say it, I feel so much better. ~ Brittney Griner, basketball star If you’re looking for lesbian books about basketball, you’ve come to the right place! Some of them are slam dunks, and, okay, maybe there’s an air … Read more
Gender is the linguistic index of the political opposition between the sexes. ~ Monique Wittig Gender issues arise in every aspect of human experience, whether conscious or not. This includes the writing and reading of literature. Gender analysis in literature is not rare, but including the LGBTQI2 perspective, is. Literary gender criticism and criticism of … Read more
To celebrate International Lesbian Day, here are 5 books about international Lesbian lives. Lesbians and other LGBT+ people live all over the world. Our life experiences are different from person to person, country to country. Collections of these stories invite you to step into an unfamiliar life. These books include personal stories about ourselves. Get … Read more
On June 21, Canada celebrates the heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements of First Nations, Inuit and Métis with National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. In cooperation with Indigenous organizations, the Government … Read more
No matter where you live, you are inside the COVID-19 pandemic. First and foremost: This will be okay. The LGBTQI+ Community has been here before – or at least in the neighbourhood. Our community has experienced the HIV/AIDS epidemic. We have been exiled, hunted and ostracized. We have self-isolated, we have sheltered in place. We’ve … Read more
You have to read these 5 Irish lesbian books in time for St. Patrick’s Day. It’s one great way to celebrate Irish culture, without alcohol poisoning. St. Patrick was a fifth-century Romano-British Christian missionary and bishop in Ireland. St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, commemorates St. Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland. Which is … Read more
It’s Black History Month 2020, and I have created a list of 5 classic books by Black Lesbian poets. These books speak of truth, pain, love and joy. Black History Month is celebrated annually in February (in North America). It originated in America in 1926 as “Negro History Week”. It was revised as Black History … Read more