Book Review: A Good Hiding

For this month’s theme of Book Club, Dónal Murray-Ferris reviews A Good Hiding, a story full of deep secrets and the forging of an unlikely friendship. Set in Belfast, Northern Ireland it explores hard topics including sexuality, teen pregnancy and domestic abuse set against the backdrop of a city known for it's difficult history.

The slow sands of time; UK trans population finally protected from conversion therapy

After two years of waiting, trans people have finally been added to the Memorandum of Understanding on conversion therapy, an issue which Karen Pollock has been following.

Conservatives ruling the streets causes problems between the sheets

Guest writer, Lewis Henshall, looks at last week's political events through the lens of his and other LGBTQ+ people's personal experiences.

Queerbate: how do we deliver SRE in schools?

As the Conservative Party have once again blocked moves for schools to teach an inclusive approach to sex and relationships, Stephanie and Karen examine the issue and what can be done now.

An unabashed ode to Halsey

In a personal post guest writer Kimberley Hills explores how the musican Halsey inspires her as a bi woman of colour

Banned books and ships that still sail

As part of our January book month Karen Pollock looks at the history of banning controversial books, in order to "protect" children.

Julie Bindel’s transphobia is a constant source of trauma

Following Annette Pryce's article on Julie Bindel's controversial LGBT History Month appearance, guest writer Sam Hope gives a trans perspective on the matter.

Book Review: And the Band Played On

Stephanie Farnsworth reviews 'And the Band Played On', one of the most detailed books documenting the AIDS crisis of the 1980s.

Unsigned Soul singer wins BBC award

For the first time in its history, an unsigned artist has won the BBC Sound of...award. Dónal Ferris profiles the Sound of 2017 winner Ray BLK.

‘Who is looking out for sissy Brown boys?’: TQ meets Queer Xicano Chisme

Michael Paramo interviews activist Queer Xicano Chisme, discussing the inception and ascension of his online platform, his inspirations and aspirations, as well as his greatest and most difficult moments.