Fanfiction gave many, including myself, the space to be themselves. So, we look into the origins and communities behind fanfiction to shed light on why it shouldn’t be dismissed.

Spend this cold and unforgiving Valentine’s season snuggled up to a film or show, expertly judged and recommended by our globally cultural and renowned experts

Treat yourself this romantic season with a good read – books are much lower maintenance than men

Alice Winn’s debut In Memoriam has become Waterstones’ poster child for both historical fiction and LGBTQ+ romance. It has already been named an ‘instant classic’, but what separates this Great War story from so many others?

Book burning is finally outdated, but book banning is still a stable trend. Why is this still the case and what we can do about it?

This rendition of Beautiful Thing is a successful revival – Jonathan Harvey’s story is wonderfully tender, certainly withstanding the test of time

cheeky little brown gives an insightful view into the complexities of racialised relationships: from interacting with new hoity-toity white friends to adapting to the new changed version of an old familiar face.

The F****ts and Their Friends Between Revolutions is a riotous, fabulous and outrageous display of queer struggle, perseverance and celebration.

We talk to Manchester-based Cal Freeman about his experience as a Queer filmmaker, the projects he’s undertaken, and advice for aspiring filmmakers

The Mancunion discusses love stories throughout literary history, as well as which novel modern book lovers should spend your days reading!

Manchester is home to the world famous Gay Village with various hotspots for a fabulous night out. Get the rundown on the gay scene and what bars to dance the night away to

Manchester-based artist Jsky’s latest EP ‘Célfie’ is released on Valentines Day so prepare for the best

Why would I want to go on holiday to somewhere I wouldn’t feel welcome?

It’s been almost 15 years since the release of CMBYN. Since then, the book has made its mark in Western culture. This month it debuts a new cover, reminding us of the beauty and intricacy behind the novel’s words.

Fashion Editor Alex Bikard reviews Vignettes at Hope Mill Theatre

With Mother’s Day nearly upon us, Audre Lorde’s essay discussing her experience of lesbian parenthood from her collection ‘Sister Outsider’ is the perfect text to reflect on non-conventional parent dynamics

Traditional ideas of who does what when dating is still out there, but why?

Sarah Taylor reviews Manchester Art Gallery’s retrospective exhibition on the life and works of prolific filmmaker, artist, and activist Derek Jarman.

Scotland become the world’s first country to make LGBTQ+ education a mandatory part of its curriculum

Is it time to create more modern love stories for the LGBTQ+ community?