We’ve made it to another Friday and it’s time to celebrate!
Find out the top 3 sapphic books with the most clicks this week, 5 Random Things about sapphic author Koriana Brackson, women loving women book freebies, and an adorable rescue dog named Tilley!
QUEER NEWS THAT’LL MAKE YOU SMILE
In case you missed it last week, we’re adding a new feature to Friday Feels.
TB is a news junkie. She probably has a problem, given the amount of news articles and podcasts she consumes. It’s gotta be the historian in her.
She also wants to spread rainbows in the world, because while it’s getting scary out there, she wants to believe there’s still good news out there to share.
We’re hoping every Friday, we can feature a feel-good story to put a rainbow in your heart.
Scroll all the way to the bottom to learn about a group called Mama Bears who offer hugs.
NOW FOR FRIDAY FUN!
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5 Random Things is our way of helping readers to get to know top sapphic book authors all the while having a bit of fun.
Here are five random facts about Koriana Brackson.
1. I had always said it would be cool to write a book, but I lack the ideas to do so. Ideas are still the hardest part of the process for me. My first book came to be from a writing prompt that a pen pal sent to me. (Another pen pal told me to say I write INSANELY long letters.)
2. I spent 22 years with Walt Disney World in my backyard. In addition to working at Epcot (Universal & Sea World too), I worked for a special events company which had me in the parks 4-6 times a week. To say I’ve been to the parks at least a thousand times wouldn’t be an overstatement.
3. I love reading for Challenges and one year was a part of a huge challenge on a group. We really wanted to win, and I ended up reading 469 books that year.
4. I was raised in a religion home that didn’t speak of sex/sexuality. So I didn’t realize I am Bi until I was 28, and didn’t realize I am Poly until I was 41. Both things have explained so much about my life and I’m grateful to my Hubby who accepts all sides of me.
5. My Husband is my high school best friend. While I loved him, I wasn’t IN love with him and I broke his heart. We parted ways after H.S. and reunited 7 years later. Been together ever since. Known each other nearly 30 years, been back together 18 years, and married 16 years.
Journey to Bijou Basin, an LGBTQ+ town like no other.
Meet Tilley! Tilley is a two-year old red heeler. She’s a bit small for her age and breed but don’t let that fool you. She’s full of personality – and energy. Submitted by author Jaycie Morrison.
QUEER NEWS THAT’LL MAKE YOU SMILE
We’re introducing a new feature to Friday Feels. It can seem like all the news these days is bad. We won’t deny there’s a lot going on, including a rise in hate crimes. But it’s not all terrible out there! We want to do our best to highlight good news, because while it may seem like the world is filled with hate, there are many individuals who are living their best lives with a rainbow in their heart.
This week’s good news is about a group called Mama Bears. The purpose of the group is to support LGBTQ+ peeps, especially in places where hatred is on the rise. Liz Dyer founded the group after coming to terms with her son who came out gay in 2007.
The group shows up at protests, including in hostile areas like Texas. They share their stories, offer support, and give out hugs.
LGBTQ+ peeps can request Mama Bear support during holiday gatherings. They’ll stand in as a mom at weddings. They also deliver blankets to those who need to know there are people who care.
Learn more about the Mama Bears here.
That’s all for today.
Wishing all of you a wonderful Friday!
Miranda & TB
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