LESBIAN ONLY MAGAZINE!

This is a magazine by lesbians, for lesbians.

Dedicated to celebrating lesbian culture in all its richness and complexity. We exist to create space for lesbian voices across media, art, music, and storytelling, with a commitment to diversity in experience, background, and creative form.

We center work from emerging and underrepresented artists, offering a platform for expression, connection, and visibility. From sharp cultural commentary to bold visual art, we showcase the full spectrum of lesbian life; unfiltered, unapologetic, and deeply creative.

While we are currently a volunteer-run publication, our goal is to build toward a sustainable, paid model that honours the value of queer labor and storytelling.

This is your space. Your voice. Your magazine.

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GAY PANIC

GAY PANIC

THIS WEEK’S ARTICLE: “GAY PANIC”

BY DARLING, WHY?

Darling Why are a three piece indie pop rock band based in London. Comprising Sammie (vocalist), Ali (bassist) and Grover (guitarist), each member brings a unique edge to the groups sound while amplifying queer voices.

Our aim is to be activists for the lesbian, AFAB and non- binary community. while representing the queer experience. Our music ranges from lesbian heartbreak, to gender confusion, to lesbian activism, to GAY PANIC- our debut single.

this month we’re supporting:

leftbians.

Each month, we highlight a different queer-focused business or charity doing vital work in our communities. We believe in using our platform not only to uplift artists, but also to support those creating real-world change and resources for queer people.

This month, we're proud to support leftbians.

Leftbians is a queer-owned creative studio founded in 2019 by artists Jade and Tab. The duo met while studying at art school, where they quickly bonded over a shared love of DIY practices and community-driven art. That connection sparked the creation of Leftbians, a brand dedicated to producing handmade art and accessories that reflect their identities, politics, and a commitment to queer representation.

At its core, Leftbians aims to craft distinctive, queer-made jewelry that speaks directly to the community it serves. Over the years, Jade and Tab have explored a range of techniques, continually evolving their skills to bring fresh ideas and craftsmanship to their work. Their latest release (a collection of engraved jewellery) marks an exciting chapter in the studio’s creative journey.

As a proudly queer-owned business, visibility and authenticity are central to Leftbians' mission, especially during Pride Month. This time of year brings heightened attention to LGBTQ+ issues, but also highlights the troubling reality of corporate co-optation. Large companies, including major banks and retail chains, often capitalise on Pride through superficial gestures like rainbow-themed merchandise or empty declarations of support, without genuine allyship or accountability.

In light of ongoing political setbacks, including recent Supreme Court decisions that challenge the rights and recognition of trans individuals and the broader LGBTQ+ community, Leftbians remains deeply committed to being vocal, visible, and unapologetically authentic. Jade and Tab continue to use their platform to stand against erasure and exploitation, and to celebrate the power of queer creativity, resilience, and community-led business.

We encourage our readers to learn more about their work and, if you're able, consider donating or spreading the word.

Female Friendship and Sapphic Longing: Queer Repression in Monstrous Puberty

Female Friendship and Sapphic Longing: Queer Repression in Monstrous Puberty

“Female Friendship and Sapphic Longing: Queer Repression in Monstrous Puberty”

BY GABI GARCIA (SHE/THEY)

Gabi Garcia (They/she) is a London-based multidisciplinary artist, writer, and independent researcher whose work focuses on queerness, horror, disability, and intersectional cultural celebration.

With a master's degree in English literature, and specialisation on Queer vampire, gender studies from the University of Westminster, Gabi blends academic research with creative writing and storytelling to explore representation within the margins. Their MA dissertation analysing “The Ominous Figure of the Female Vampire in Gothic Literature”.

THIS WEEK’S article:

who are we?

  • Founder

    Florence Limb is an emerging young artist, playwright, composer and writer. At just twenty-five years old, she has written and produced two theatre productions that have gone on national tour, with one making its West End debut later this year.

    Identifying as a lesbian and disabled, a majority of her work focuses on giving marginalised communities and underreprsented voices a platform.

    You can follow Florence's work on @cowboypanini and @dirtydykemagazine.

  • Events Manager/Fundraising Support

    Perpetually fulfilling all lesbian stereotypes as a cat owner who is obsessed with Kristen stewart and Lucy bronze. My journey with my sexual identity has never been an easy one. Discovering my sexuality before recognising I was non-binary has meant I have struggled to label “what I am”. Lesbianism encompasses so much to me, that squashing it down often meant I was left with a very small part of my authentic self on display. I’m extremely grateful to be a part of the magazine with organising networking and social events, so keep your eyes peeled!

    In my full time job, I regularly coordinate and manage events, but in my free time, I have created a few zines on the topic of sexuality and reclamation of femininity in the after math of sexual trauma.

  • Marketing/Graphic Designer

    Hi I’m Lowri, I graduated from Falmouth university in 2024 with a degree in Graphic Design.

    I’m originally from Wales but moved to Cornwall for university and never left. I currently work full time as a graphic designer here in Cornwall, I love all things fashion, editorial and sport.

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FAQs

  • You can submit anything: writing, visual art, photography, music, film, interviews, opinion pieces, reviews, or something entirely different. As long as your work reflects lesbian lives, perspectives, or creativity, we want to see it.

    The only limitations: we do not accept content that is sexist, racist, ableist, transphobic, fatphobic, or otherwise discriminatory or harmful. This is a space for inclusion, respect, and bold expression. Any submission made using AI, will not be accepted.

    If you're unsure whether your submission fits, feel free to reach out, we're happy to talk it through.

  • Yes. We recognize that lesbian identity isn’t limited to a single gender expression or pronoun. We welcome anyone who identifies with lesbianhood in a meaningful and respectful way.

    Lesbian identity has always been broader, more complex, and more defiant than mainstream culture often allows. While some try to define "lesbian" narrowly as a cisgender woman exclusively attracted to other cis women, the reality (historically and now) is far richer.

    Non-binary lesbians have existed for decades, often challenging the idea that gender identity and sexual orientation must fit into tidy boxes. Many non-binary people feel deeply connected to lesbian identity as a political, cultural, and emotional home, regardless of pronouns or presentation.

    He/him lesbians, too, have a long history, dating back at least to the 1970s, particularly in butch and transmasculine communities. These individuals may use traditionally "masculine" pronouns while still identifying strongly as lesbians. Their presence pushes back against the assumption that pronouns determine sexuality or community belonging.

    Our magazine embraces these complexities. We honor lesbian identity as expansive, evolving, and shaped by those who claim it, especially those whose existence resists easy categorisation. Lesbian is not just a label; it’s a lineage, a culture, and a space of resistance and connection.

    This magazine exists to reflect the full spectrum of lesbian experience and that includes those whose identities challenge binaries and expand what lesbian means.

  • Not at the moment. This is a completely non-profit project for the time being. That said, we deeply value the work of queer artists and firmly believe they should be paid and respected for their time and creativity.

    While we can’t offer payment right now, we hope that changes in the future. In the meantime, we’ve created a page dedicated to sharing other paid opportunities, grants, and bursaries specifically for queer writers and artists!

    We’re committed to building something sustainable, and to supporting the community in every way we can along the way.

  • We publish new content on a weekly basis. This consistent schedule allows us to regularly showcase fresh work from lesbian artists, writers, and creators. For updates on new releases, features, and calls for submissions, we recommend subscribing to our newsletter or following us on social media.

  • Yes. Artists and contributors retain full rights to everything they submit and publish with us. You are free to share, repost, or publish your work elsewhere at any time.

    We simply ask that if we share your work, you credit us in return by tagging or mentioning the magazine. Mutual support helps us all grow and ensures your work reaches more people through a shared network of queer voices.

  • At the end of each month, we spotlight the work of a queer-identifying individual, but keeping a strong and ongoing priority given to work created by lesbians.

    We especially aim to feature voices and stories that bring something vital and underrepresented to the forefront, particularly when similar work hasn’t already been widely shared by lesbian artists.

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