Yesterday, I mentioned that there is so much queer fic right now that it’s absolutely overwhelming – in a good way. So today I wanted to tell you about a fun novella I just read. And when I do, you are free to laugh at me. ^_^ Upright Women Wanted by Sarah Gailey tells the […]
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