Intersection of Polyamory and LGBTQ+

Comparing polyamory to LGBTQ+ identities often happens in discussions about social justice, rights, and visibility, but the comparison can be both helpful and problematic depending on context and intent.

Polyamory and LGBTQ+ identities aren’t the same, but they share common ground. Both challenge societal norms and face stigma for how people love or identify. While LGBTQ+ identities often reflect core aspects of who someone is, and polyamory is more about relationship structure, both deserve respect, visibility, and autonomy. Solidarity matters. The unique histories and struggles of each should be honored.

Polyamory IS NOT Polygamy

What’s the difference between Polyamory and Polygamy?

I was recently asked this question. As I write about loving polyamorous relationships in my novels, I want to be explicitly clear:

MY NOVELS CONTAIN ONLY LOVING RELATIONSHIPS. THERE IS NO COERCION OR ABUSE. AND THERE IS ALWAYS A HAPPILY EVER AFTER.

Note:
If a polygamous relationship involves consent, honesty, and equal autonomy among all partners, without fraud, abuse, or coercion, it can share many characteristics with polyamory. In such cases, the main difference becomes primarily legal and cultural rather than relational.

Creative Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day

Not only is it Valentine’s Day, it is also Creative Romance Month

Five Creative Ways to Show Your Love

  1. Leave Post-it notes around the house with reasons why you love your partner
  2. Go to puppy yoga together – there’s nothing like puppy love
  3. Read a passage from a spicy romance novel together
  4. Who doesn’t love and need a massage
  5. While your partner is in the shower, throw their towel in the dryer