Mini Crossword Is Celebrating with You
Wrap up your week with this cute little gay-ass crossword!
The 10 Best Queer Movies of 2022
Yes, this list has some underrated indies. But it also has several Oscar frontrunners — or at least Independent Spirit Award frontrunners. As queer people, we can’t look to the mainstream for validation. But it sure is fun when we get it anyway!
Shatzi Weisberger, the People’s Bubbie, Dies at 92
The streets of New York City will never be the same without her, however, those who dream of building a better world will forever carry the treasure of knowing Shatzi Weisberger in our hearts.
Rainbow Reading: Call That an Elliot Page-turner
This week’s Rainbow Reading features a very special small press spotlight! Dig in!
Instagram’s New Away Message Feature Got Me in My Middle-Aged Feels
Leave your funniest (or wittiest) “Note” (read: Instagram away message) in the comments — we all could use more joy these days!
Word Search: Winter Solstice
A chill, metaphysical word search to get you ready for the longest night.
“Dead End: Paranormal Park” and “Heartbreak High” Are for Autistic Queer Girls
Seeing Norma’s and Quinni’s nuanced portrayals of autistic queer teen girls heals the confused, scared, and incredibly lonely autistic queer teen girl I once was. And I’m so damn happy so many others are also feeling the same way.
Our Hottest Takes About 2022 LGBTQ+ TV and Film
Today you’re getting our entire team’s spiciest takes about 2022 LGBTQ+ TV and film, something I was only able to convince people to participate in because Nico said we could keep them safely tucked within A+.
Pop Culture Fix: Netflix Axes “Warrior Nun” After 2 Seasons
Ginny and Georgia season two trailer, Aubrey Plaza and Meghann Fahy tripping balls together in Italy, Karla made it to the Survivor finale, and more!
A Convo on the Queer & Trans Takeover of Skateboarding
“Skating as a culture is getting more and more visibly queer”
No Filter: How Lesbian Jesus Stole Christmas
Also, I did NOT know Ali Krieger had a gay brother!!!! I love gay siblings!
Mini Crossword Is Waxing Nostalgic
Come for the crossword, stay for the bonus reading!
Also.Also.Also: How to Survive the Holigays When You’re Broke AF
And ok, it safe to admit those trendy sci-fi avatars are kinda creepy? (Plus, still celebrating the Respect for Marriage Act and former teen activists reflect on why kids shouldn’t have to save us)
President Biden Signs Respect For Marriage Act Into Law
“We are reaffirming a fundamental truth,” Biden said before signing the bill. “Love is love, and Americans should have the right to marry the person they love.”
Autostraddle’s Favorite Lesbian and Bisexual TV Episodes of 2022
Surprise! A League of Their Own keeps winning!
Alright! Come Join Us on the Totally Temporary, Ephemeral A+ Discord!
For thirteen warm days in these cold months, let’s hang.
A Quest for the Perfect Gingerbread Bake To Serve This Holigay Season
I chose four new to me recipes — a gingerbread cake, gingerbread rolled cookies, gingerbread drop cookies, and gingerbread bars — and am here to report back.
You Need Help: After a Bad Date I’m Worried I’m Unlovable
We live in a world that doesn’t value people of color or women over thirty, so I understand why you feel like this. But you are lovable.
Guessing Game: Dyke Drama, Dickens Style
Guess the phrase and be rewarded (internally, emotionally).
No Clue What Happened on “Leopard Skin” but Carla Gugino as a Mean Queer Psychic Domme? Yes
Watching Leopard Skin feels like a horny fever dream.