LGBTQ+ Chosen Family
More Than Blood – Growing up queer in a straight world can cause some younger GLBTQ+ people to feel like nobody cares… no one has their backs. Some youth just feel like there isn’t anyone there to support them. Discovering your authentic self is frightening enough, but adding conflict with your blood family’s beliefs can […]
Pioneers Coming Out Making Change
The LGBTQ+ community has a history of honoring those who have “COME OUT OF THE CLOSET” and accepted their true selves. Accepting yourself without compromise or guilt and showing courage to live authentically is a powerful affirmation.
MM Romance Novels Matter
Why MM Romance Novels Matter Now Our world feels more hostile than before. As book bans rise and hate speech grows, we need refuge. MM Romance delivers that safe harbor. Moreover, it gives gay men narratives where our love thrives. Each page affirms our right to passion and belonging. Through strong characters and heartfelt arcs, […]
Why Conversion Therapy Fails
Introduction: Raise the Red Flag The next time you read about “Gay Conversion Therapy,” immediately pull out the red flag.This outdated measure doesn’t work and never has.Although it claims to “fix” queer people, it only causes harm.Even worse, some states still defend their use today.Recently, Wisconsin banned it.Meanwhile, Virginia reversed its protections, allowing it again.This […]
10 Best Gay M/M Romance Books To Read in 2025
Hey there! Isn’t it amazing how gay M/M romance books have become such a hit lately? Over time, readers have truly taken a soft spot in their hearts for these tales. They’re all about celebrating love, identity, and those deep emotional ties that make us human. Whether you’ve been devouring these books for years or […]
Top 10 Memoir Audiobooks in LGBTQ to Listen in 2025
LGBTQ memoir audiobooks are a powerful way to connect with real, personal stories. These audiobooks share honest and moving experiences about identity, love, and resilience. What makes them so special is that many are narrated by the authors themselves, making it feel like they’re sharing their journey with you directly In 2025, there are so […]
What is MM Romance or Gay Romance?
Romance novels have always been a beloved escape for readers, offering stories of love, passion, and emotional connection. But in recent years, the genre has expanded to include more diverse voices and relationships, reflecting the real-world experiences of readers. One of the most exciting and rapidly growing subgenres is MM Romance (also known as M/M […]
Self-Promote Your Book
Ah, the glamorous art to self-promote your book, darling. Let me paint you a picture: It’s 3 a.m., you’re in your pajamas—fabulously mismatched, naturally—sipping on a cheap Chardonnay (because who can afford Dom after self-publishing?), staring at your computer screen like a forlorn lover. Your magnum opus, “Pushed Out of the Closet Without a Parachute,” […]
Welcome to my First Blog!
Hello, and welcome to my blog! I, Gunther Allen, am thrilled to finally connect with you here. As an artist, writer, and storyteller, I’ve spent years reflecting on and sharing my journey. Additionally, the adventures have taken me through both light and dark moments. My first memoir, Pushed Out of the Closet Without a Parachute, […]