Category Archives: LGBT

Jonathan’s Hope – an exclusive!

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

Today I’m pleased to welcome author Hans M. Hirschi to Off the Page chatting about his new coming out and coming of age novel Jonathan’s Hope. Born and raised in Switzerland, Hans graduated from High School in Arizona, worked for several years in … Continue reading →

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QUILTBAG Heroes No. 4

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

It’s QUILTBAG HERO Wednesday here at Off the Page, a day celebrating QUILTBAG heroes and role models, a showcase of the amazing gay, lesbian, bi, trans*, queer/questioning, unisexed, intersexed and asexual people, real and fictional, who inspire us. This week I’d like to … Continue reading →

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M/M Romance – The Chosen

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

  Today I’m pleased to welcome Annette Gisby to Off the Page chatting about her new M/M romance, The Chosen.

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Queries that Worked No. 16

Posted on July 27, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

Today I’m pleased to welcome Richard Pearson to Off the Page, sharing the query that landed him an agent. Just a quick reminder about this feature… All these featured queries worked! Meaning they snagged the attention of an agent or editor. These … Continue reading →

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QUILTBAG Heroes No. 3

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

It’s QUILTBAG HERO Wednesday here at Off the Page, a day celebrating QUILTBAG heroes and role models, a showcase of the amazing gay, lesbian, bi, trans*, queer/questioning, unisexed, intersexed and asexual people, real and fictional, who inspire us. Sadly, I missed last week’s … Continue reading →

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QUILTBAG Heroes No. 2

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

It’s QUILTBAG HERO Wednesday here at Off the Page, a day celebrating QUILTBAG heroes and role models, a showcase of the amazing gay, lesbian, bi, trans*, queer/questioning, unisexed, intersexed and asexual people, real and fictional, who inspire us. Today I’m going to … Continue reading →

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QUILTBAG Heroes No. 1

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

Today marks the start of a new feature here at Off the Page. Wednesdays will now be dedicated to QUILTBAG heroes and role models, a showcase of the amazing gay, lesbian, bi, trans*, queer/questioning, unisexed, intersexed and asexual people, real and fictional, … Continue reading →

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LGBT Pride Month

Posted on June 30, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

  June was international Pride month, celebrating all things QUILTBAG. Yesterday, we joined the Helsinki pride parade as it trailed rainbows from the Senate Square to the park near Finlandia Hall for the annual Pride picnic. Despite a rainy morning, … Continue reading →

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On the Other Side of the Window – Diversity in YA

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

Today I’m pleased to welcome Marieke Nijkamp to Off the Page chatting about why she created the fantastic blog DiversifYA. Marieke (pronounced Mah-ree-ka) is a YA writer, professional dreamer, and proud-to-be geek. She wants to grow up to be a time traveler. … Continue reading →

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5 Ways to Respond to Anti-Gay Rhetoric on the Streets

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Suzanne van Rooyen

In continued celebration of LGBT Pride month, today I’m hosting an article provided by Alyssa Miller from San Diego, about the importance of equality and how to respond to anti-gay rhetoric. 5 Ways to Respond to Anti-Gay Rhetoric on the … Continue reading →

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