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BELOVEDWelcome to Beloved, a publication where love matters. We stand for LGBTQ+ rights and strive to explore the depths of human relations. Our mission is to foster a diverse, fair-minded, and kind-hearted community for restless souls seeking wisdom, inspiration, and understanding.
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Welcome to Beloved, a publication where love matters. We stand for LGBTQ+ rights and strive to explore the depths of human relations. Our mission is to foster a diverse, fair-minded, and kind-hearted community for restless souls seeking wisdom, inspiration, and understanding.
Editors
Rui Alves
Language teacher, linguist, life coach, published author (joined the Army and worked for the EU). A publisher, digital ronin, musician and alchemist of sound.
DJ apex
They/them/theirs. A polyhedral human and author writing to Rock Your World! Editing to help you Rock your writer's voice!
Marta da Cunha
Teacher, Coach, Relationships blogger. A strong-minded woman with a passion for music. Pet mom and Environmentalist.
Writers
Steven Acree Jr.
Poet| Troubadour| Entrepreneur| Sports+Betting| [@seaj_the_world 🌎 on all social platforms]
Graceygee
Tea addict, yoga teacher, well-being coach, passionate writer spreading peace. No-BS advice: focus on well-being. https://www.instagram.com/graceygrossmann/
Kathy Copeland Padden
is a music fanatic, classic film aficionado, and history buff surfing the End Times wave like a boss. Come along!
Shannon Page
Writer, editor, thinker of things, living on Orcas Island, Washington state. https://www.shannonpage.net
Shannon Benedetto
Im Shannon, I'm an intuitive tarot reader. My intent is to provide comfort and guidance to empower you to reclaim your life. www.shannonmarieesoteric.com
Stacey B
Natural born healer. Holistic health therapist. Intuitive, empath sharing compassionate, creative stories offering perspective. Proud single mama to one.
Bella DePaulo
“America’s foremost thinker and writer on the single experience,” according to the Atlantic. SINGLE AT HEART book coming on Dec 5, 2023. www.belladepaulo.com
Nicole Kenney
A place where I discuss fueled passions and blow off steam at the low moments. Come in and stay a while.
Nicholas Barron
Self-employed consultant and creative writer. Get a list of the week's hottest new books every Tuesday 👉 https://literairyland.beehiiv.com/subscribe | 🏳️🌈
Susan Kelley
Susan is a runner, a mom of 3 grown children, and an avid traveler. She writes about humans, and wrote a book about false accusations of sexual assault.
Kiki Wellington
Erotica author. Lover of quirk. www.sexwithkiki.com. Get hot erotic freebies www.sexwithkiki.com/hot-erotic-freebies
Holly Paige
Curious creature, pursuer of passion, unbeliever in limiting or lengthy bios. Email me at hollypaige.writer@gmail.com.
Sara K. Runnels
Copywriter by day. Humor writer by night. Exhausted by afternoon. @omgskr / sararunnels.com
Amanda Montell
Los Angeles writer / Author of Cultish: The Language of Fanaticism & Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language https://tinyurl.com/34886sec
MonalisaSmiled
Adultery 101. Dead Bedrooms. Sex out of network. I am terrible and human. So are you. Editor of The Scarlett Letter | P.S. I Hate You | Sexpressions.
Jeremy Lipkowitz
Executive Coach (ACC/CPCC) | Leadership Development Facilitator | Digital Habits Expert | Feat. in Men's Health
Toni Crowe
Sharing the hard lessons I've learned in life. Best-selling author. Humorist. Editor. Writing whatever interests me . Owner: No Air. Editor:MuddyUm.
Rachel Kuhlen
Rachel is a certified Life & Relationship Coach who supports those who want to get “unstuck” in their lives and find happiness. www.realizeyoucoaching.com
Stark Raving
Intersectional feminism and environmental issues. Let’s make the world a kinder, more sustainable place. Support my work! https://starkraving.medium.com/members
Laura Friedman Williams
Author of AVAILABLE: A Very Honest Account of Life After Divorce (Boro/HarperUK June ‘21; Harper360 May ‘21). Mom of three, diehard New Yorker.
Cai Emmons
Cai Emmons is the author of 5 books of fiction, most recently the novel, SINKING ISLANDS. Two more of her novels will be published in 2022.
Priyanka Srivastava
Editor of Literary Impulse, Writer when I am free, Artist when my words are silent and reader when there are books which I love to read.
Phoebe Kirke
Feminist, activist, sister, but above all, hurt. Writing is my path to living life to the fullest.
Sara Knick
Schedule a free Manifestation 1-on-1 Call with me! https://calendly.com/manifestationaccelerator
Megan Minutillo
Essayist, poet, and theatre producer. I write stories about self-awareness, IVF, and finding your footing in life’s messy moments. Instagram: @meganminutillo.
Jason Henry
Former Edu. Psychologist | Current Writer | Constant Learner | “By your stumbling the world is perfected.”
Bev Potter
Legal secretary by day, insomniac by night. Ally. BA, MA. Humor, pop culture, and things that make you think. My weekly-ish newsletter is bevpotter.substack.com
Creator Vibing by Abena ✨🔑💰✅
Conscious niche content writer - Digital investor + Software Engineer 📩 intriguework@gmail.com💰
Muhammad Nasrullah Khan
His short stories are well-recognized internationally for his unique prose style. nasar_peace@hotmail.com
Joe Shetina
They/he. Writer of fiction, screenplays, plays, reviews, essays, and poetry. Chicago. https://linktr.ee/jshetina
Liam M
I grew up as a black bag, but now I identify as human. Top writer in; cryptocurrency, finance, sobriety, addiction, & bitcoin
Lukas Schwekendiek
Life Coach, Speaker, Writer. Published on TIME, Inc & Huffington Post. Coaching available again! Email: Lukas.schwekendiek@gmail.com with the word "Coaching"
Ella F.
Bibliophile and lover of words. Interested in business, relationships, self and life lessons.
Kristine Hadeed
Critical thinker and non-partisan community organizer advocating for the liberation and dignity of all people.
Emmarie Hodge
I write interactive tarot readings here on Medium 🔮 Check out me out elsewhere on the web: https://emmariehodge.com/social-media/
nina geraghty
writer | potter | jazz singer | mother in Cape Town. Writing is traveling in a foreign country; it takes me to places I haven't seen before.
RAINNA
Currently writing a memoir• I write about JESUS, life lessons, health, relationships & self-improvement•Featured in Thought Catalog & Elephant Journal🇵🇭🇨🇦
Doreen Barker
Creator of Stories of Food Production, Farm Girl, Writer of Life and Mental Health, Abuse Warrior and Mentor
Karina "Cinerina"
I used to write movie reviews. I used to do a lot of things. I’m starting over on learning to be a person.
Alice
I write to share my passions and personal experiences. Follow me if you are curious about food, travel, money & human behavior.
Cinto
An engineer, a keen observer, writer about tech, life improvement, motivation, humor, and more. Hit the follow button if you want a weekly dose of awesomeness.
Andy Mackk
I write about pop culture and a few other things. Working on a poetry collection and fiction novel.
Amanda Laughtland
Poet, teacher, & zinester. I started The DIY Diaries because I love to read about DIY ideas and projects; I invite you to send us your stories!
Jonathan Fors
Life is unexpectedly fun, and sometimes goes to shit but that’s the best part. So just enjoy it.
Maggie Q. Collins
Trying to figure out life as a polyamorous, working mom. Driven by love. Always up for coffee and sunsets.
Lily A
I write mostly about relationships, dating, and singleness. I also started a corporate blog https://medium.com/corporate-reflections. IG: @alilywriter.
A.X. Bates
Words can make a difference. Writing poems about life, society, and coffee. @axybates on Instagram.
Abbey Cross
Airline Pilot, Flight instructor, boy/chicken mom loving life. Please consider joining Medium using my referral link: https://medium.com/@across6786/membership
Zara Everly
Writing and research information professional. Bibliophile. Forever English major. Literary harlot.
Julius Evans
3X Top Writer in Reading, Music & Movies— Senior Editor for the popular ILLUMINATION, ILLUMINATION-Curated, Readers Hope, and several other publications.
John Pucay
Author of Karinderya Love Songs; a 2020s dating and sex literary fiction novel. More details at johnpucay.com. Or https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B3WF1YF8/
Nicole Barden
I practice Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy. One of my parts, whose name is Hank, became unburdened and wanted to try his hand at writing. nicolebarden.com
David Acaster
British, retired, loves reptiles & amphibians, keen on history, steam locomotives, travel, real ale and still trying to master that Fender Stratocaster.
Joshua Adlam
Man of God & Business Leader Seeking to Challenge Social Narratives Through A lens Of Faith😀
Alecia Kennedy
Trader·writer·photographer·truth-seeker·all around curious person. https://medium.com/breaking-all-the-rules snaphappyphotos.smugmug.com/
Britt Blomster
Writer, poet, storyteller, dreamer, teacher and mother. I do not have a Niche but whatever flows from my heart. Always be true to your heart.
Damian Clark
B. Sc (Psychology) | FREE Mindfulness Checklist→ http://bit.ly/3XO5qzm | For one-on-one sessions → clarkd34@hotmail.com
Elena Greyrock
INFJ, Elena Greyrock is an author of contemporary diverse fiction. Her latest book is Six Feet Apart: Love in Quarantine www.elenagreyrock.com
Emme Witt-Eden
Sex, relationships, and culture writer. Kink expert. Author of Confessions of a Middle-Aged F-Girl. emmewitt.com
Paula Romeu
I’ve had a pretty unusual life. Now I write about it. If it helps, it’s yours. The journey has been extra👁rdinari
Natesky
I write about love, life, relationships, and dating. I've been in love before, had my heart broken, picked up the pieces and now found true love. Let's connect!
Maeve Keenan
I help you build psychological and spiritual health. Turning pain into power and words into medicine.💙
Gem Blackthorn
✍️ Copywriter for spiritually-based business 🕊 Community Involvement Leader 🔮Tarot Educator/Reader 🌙 Occasional Poet
Emmy Wren
Biotech lab rat by day, writer by night. Relationship and nature enthusiast. Trying to write my way through my 20's.
Joan Gershman
2 X TOP WRITER; Retired Educator; Speech/Language Therapist; English Teacher; thealzheimerspouse.com; talktimewithjoan.com; Medium.com writer; Vocal Writer
Katie Guillory
A life coach and Goldmine group facilitator, I love thinking and writing about what makes people tick. I am a language nut, a wine nerd, and have myriad plants.
Muhammad Armaghan Tanveer
I am a CPA by profession & a romantic by heart - basically I can talk about your love life & emotions while doing your taxes or reconciling your bank accounts.
Ashley Rivard
Researcher/writer of taboos. Certified suicide crisis counselor. Podcast - Into the Dawn- www.ashleyrivard.com.
Janna Barrett
Hi! I'm an Artist and Flight Attendant based in DC. I write and draw about my experiences as a travel professional. Follow for adventure and emotion!
Ava Adams
I'm Ava, a writer captivating readers with thought-provoking stories & a passion for words. Join me on my journey to inspire through the power of storytelling.
Shristi Bhandari
Registered Nurse, Metaphysical healer, Mental Health advocate. (learning and sharing from my life story!!)
Kayla Tackett
Blogging Wife and Mother with a passion for humor. Remember: Shine Bright 🧡https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mommomentsI
Simona Toma
The traveler with a romantic twist. Following the breath of life in Bali. Photographer. Words & emotions seeker. Poetry dreamer.
Nicole Harber (Price)
Love, Dating & Relationship Coach, sharing tips & advice to improve your love life ❤ Coauthor of "The Stress Maze". Mental Health & Wellbeing Advocate
Renata Ellera Gomes
Writing about love, relationships, culture, and life in general. Get my book, Acid Sugar, at shorturl.at/hvAVX
Pamela Oglesby
I have been writing online for 15 years. I have won 5 Medium top writer awards,. I write about medical issues, human interest and relationship stories..
Laura Orsini
Self-publishing/book launch consultant for socially aware speakers/coaches/authors. Great tips at http://MarcieBrockBookMarketingMaven.com. UA grad, happy wife, movie fan, pet mom.
Casey Rusco
Finding connection through music, literature, philosophy, religion, theater, and empiricism.
Johannes T. Evans
Gay trans man writing fantasy fiction, romance, and erotica. Big on LGBTQ and disability themes, plus occasional essays and analysis. He/him.
Veronica Llorca-Smith
Writing, Mindset & Wellbeing I Substack: The Lemon Tree Mindset 🌳🍋: https://veronicallorcasmith.substack.com
Laura Orsini
An award-winning artist, author, podcaster, and thought leader, I focus on creativity for those who don't think they're creative. Let's uplevel your beliefs!
Jordan Lewis-Iles
Hi! I'm Jordan, an MSc Clinical Psychology student. My interests in psychology are, neurodiversity, gender diversity, phobias, clinical psych and social psych.
Jay Michaels
Prof. Jay Michaels lectures on communications & media culture nationwide. He is executive director of Channel I — an indie theater & film network of programs.
Zinnia Alexander
Lifelong reader, writer. Devoted learner. History fanatic, global citizen 🌎. I write about health, personal development, and the world.
Ria Gupta
I write pieces on psychology, love and womanhood. You can be a part of the incredible community at Medium too: https://medium.com/@riagupta3110/membership
chel writes
write articles and personal thoughts. publish drafts regularly. sometimes in english or indonesian :)
Deb Palmer
Author & Freelance Storyteller — Sweeping humor and gut-wrenching truth from under the rug —
Trans: Fixed by Simply Sophia
Author, Artist, Attorney, Pastor, Peacemaker, and a shapeshifting gender creative.
Tucker Lieberman
Editor for Prism & Pen. Author of the novel "Most Famous Short Film of All Time." https://tuckerlieberman.com/
Jude Ellison S. Doyle
Author of “Trainwreck” (Melville House, ‘16) and “Dead Blondes and Bad Mothers” (Melville House, ‘19). Columns published far and wide across the Internet.
Darren Stehle
Coaching change-makers to align with your values, develop confidence and self-mastery, and contribute to an equitable and just society. DarrenStehle.com
Alex Jordan (They/Them)
Alex Jordan is a passionate transgender non-binary woman writer, fearlessly exploring the intersections of identity, culture, and social justice🦄🌈👬
Bakliterati
I write stories about how growing up gay colors our experience of the world. I run www.bakliterati.com where we share LGBTQIA stories that heal & empower.
Domenique
she/her 🏳️⚧️. An optimist and enthusiast at heart. Hoping I can help people through sharing my stories. https://www.instagram.com/domenique.martinelli/
BethKanell
Braiding loss, joy, love. Award-winning author of YA adventures like This Ardent Flame; The Long Shadow, more. bethkanell.blogspot.com; member SinC, NBCC.
Sarah Julien
I use words to untangle the clusterfuck that is my mind. I write creative nonfiction and poetry about navigating love, mental health and writing about reality.
Mercedes
Meet Mercedes a passionate storyteller who finds joy in sharing her life experiences through the written word.
Bonnie Barton
Queen of mixtapes. Lover of music, travel, and fashion. Authentic sharer of life lessons and dating foibles.
Jasmine S.
What is life without tragedy? Widowed at age of 24, I have plenty of wisdom to pass to you.
Dr. Tanya Harrison
Professional Martian who's worked on rocks and robots on the Red Planet on multiple NASA Mars missions
Sayeh Beheshti
Psychiatrist. Recording my childhood stories, logging my dreams, and sharing my waking visions.
Janet Daniels-Thomas
Writer, Blogger, Faithful friend, Chronic oversharer and Happy wife - so welcome to that.
Geneva Cecily
Closet culture critic in search of the best way to live. Sharing thoughts from my indiscriminately-ever-wandering mind.
Douglas Kwon
I'm a queer, biracial survivor of...stuff. I write about my not-so-great experiences as well as things that bring me joy. Editor for ILLUMINATION
Grace Mary Power
Editor of Thirty over Fifty. I help you to care for yourself through spirituality and tech. We need both.
Rosa Diaz-Casal
A human being with mistakes and history sharing practical wisdom. Rosaswalksoflife.substack.com
passarozumbido
Movie junkie. Recovering perfectionist. Pretentious writer. Anxious technophile. Trying to develop a taste for bad films!
Lucinda Munro Cook
Story-teller. LGBTQ. Mobius Crochet artist/scientist. Had a transnational childhood. Editor for A-Culturated https://medium.com/a-culturated.
Kate Shaffar
Welcome to the KATE CHRONICLES, where humor meets neuroses and finds a voice. Empty nesting in Western MA; chronicling as much as I can while the sky falls.
Emily Ammann
Librarian & dabbler. Queer & disabled. Moderately online & mildly cringe. I write because oversharing & geeking out in person are frowned upon.
Piddling Piddles
Just your typical burnt-out, mid-twenties transfemme queer. I write about anything and everything, from music, queerness, storytelling, and my own experiences.
Pia Birkel
messy young woman who writes about whatever she feels like at the moment. chaotic neutral, part-time novelist, interested in all things queer!
Lyda Michopoulou
Queer non-binary writer and life transitions coach. Writing on anything and everything. Pronouns: they/them.
Matt Patton
Top writer in This Happened To Me and Travel. Love to write, travel, watch sports, and save money. It’s the little things in life that teach us the most.
Jennifer Bonfrisco
I am a pharma executive by day, writer and speaker in my heart. I write about things that make me ponder our journey here. Things about love and relationships
Bren Kelly
Engaged in new Ideas and old Inequalities, dismantling the system in systemic, born on the 50th Anniversary of Women's Lib Day, still seeking injustices.
Michael Rhodes
Retired - Top writer in Sustainability, Travel & Food. Married 41 years, we have a Corgi dog. Love, camping, baseball, Bonsai, travel, & food.
Runa Heilung 🌻
Old Soul Alchemist. Shapeshifter. I use imagery and imagination as agents of transformation. Owner of pubs: Word Herding, Old Soul Alchemy, and Read Write Love
Annelise Lords
Helping you is Healing me! Let's heal each other through our inspirational power of words. thisisanneliselords@mediumauthor.com https://www.etsy.com/shop/Artist
Ashely L. Crouch
Wisdom seeker / Exploring life and purpose in the digital era / MA, Philosophy of Religion
Dennis • M.Sc.
Owner of Nadenco™ | Sleek Apps for the Mac | https://naden.co | Experienced Software Architect specializing in macOS, iOS and Emulation development.
Lindsey (Lazarte) Carson
Writer, Runner, Mother. I write about work, relationships, culture, and life in general.
Cynthia Wood
Cynthia Wood, a writer with a zest for life, sharing my musings and adventures with the vibrant community on Medium.
Maya Strong
Intersectional feminist. Everyday activist. Out/proud sapphic woman(ish). She/they. For the rest, read my words. Say hi @ mayastrong.writer@gmail.com
Julia Serano
writes about gender, sexuality, social justice, & science. author of Whipping Girl, Excluded, 99 Erics, & her latest: SEXED UP! more at juliaserano.com
Erika Mustermann
Writer Reader Runner Woman - I write about a lot of queer stuff with a heavy concentration on my trans experience. I DO NOT use AI to write my articles.
Billie Burton
Hi, I'm Billie! I write mostly about my mental health recovery and my gender transition journeys.
Julia_Elsie
Hello! I'm here to read and share stories about family, friendships, relationships and quirks of life as a woman in the 21st century.
Marta da Cunha
Teacher, Coach, Relationships blogger. A strong-minded woman with a passion for music. Pet mom and Environmentalist.
Kristin Rowan
Comedian (https://www.youtube.com/@kristinlrowan), author of Paula and Mr. Meanie Pants, single mom
Eki
I want to write stories that make people feel less alone than I did, I want to make people laugh about things in life that are painful.
Raphael Khalid
Bachelors in CS & Political Science @ Minerva University | Teacher | Machine Learning & Urban Slum Researcher
Richelleb
Richelleb is an Englishwoman in Australia. Nonconformist, playful and writing what you want to read ... Ok, maybe you don't know that, yet - give it time
Lilliana Méndez-Soto, Pharm.D.
Lilliana Méndez-Soto, Pharm.D. (she/her) is a Cuban-American writer who seeks to cultivate compassion and inspire empathy. YouTube: @lillianamendezsoto
Harper Hazelmare
Writer of cautionary tales, lyrical narratives, and curated essayist. Maker of writings & art at brownhorseherbal.com. (she/they + we/our/ours)
Elena Vale Wahl
Former freelancer, working to break into the book world. A GenX Southerner who riffs on family, education, cooking, and whatever else comes to mind.
Heather F.
Experienced in E-commerce as a Solopreneur, Solo Female Traveler. Former Gift Boutique Owner. Interested in Words, Human Relationships, Health and Jesus
Safrianna Lughna, LCPC, MS
I inspire visionary "weirdos" to thrive through post-traumatic growth. I write articles about Starseeds, spirituality, cannabis, + self-care | Safrianna.com