The question of how queer art functions as a vehicle for historical memory, social critique, and the reclaiming of marginalized narratives is an important one that has been gaining traction in recent...
In today's society, there are many factors that can influence an author's writing style.
Some authors may feel pressured to write about certain topics due to censorship laws or fear of public...
Queer censorship is a term used to describe the process by which queer people's bodies, desires, stories, and histories are censored by dominant institutions such as media outlets, government...
The dynamics between shame and pride can be seen in many aspects of life, including queer self-narratives. Shame is often associated with negative feelings such as embarrassment, humiliation, guilt,...
Self-censorship is when an individual decides to hold back or suppress their own thoughts, feelings, opinions, or actions because they fear repercussions from others. This can occur due to external...
Intersectionality is an analytical framework developed by civil rights advocate Kimberlé Crenshaw that examines how multiple identities can intersect to create unique forms of discrimination and...
The term "spiritual autobiography" refers to a form of writing that typically recounts one's personal journey of faith and spiritual development. It can take various forms, such as poetry, prose, or...
Storytelling is an ancient tradition that has been practiced for thousands of years. It involves passing down tales from one generation to another, often through oral means. It serves as a tool for...
At the beginning of the twentieth century, women's rights were limited to those granted them by men. Men held all power in society, politics, and industry. They controlled every aspect of life,...
The term "queer" is commonly used to describe people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, or otherwise outside of traditional gender norms. Queer self-portraiture involves...