Why we need more Clexacons
This past March, I had the honor of attending the very first, Clexacon . I wanted to wait to write my thoughts until after the conference was over and I had time to gather my thoughts, darn things run around like mice in my head sometimes. :) This is a conference dedicated to Queer representation in media. As both a publisher and a writer, it was invigorating, rejuvenating and fun to see so many people gather around a singular idea. Representation. While this might not seem like a big theme to most, queer representation is sorely lacking in many facets of mainstream media. Queer cons are more important today than ever, as we are marginalized in the media, in politics and by our own government. The atmosphere at these cons is warm, welcoming and open to all who have a love for queer everything. The chasm is often seen as growing and with events like Clexacon, they help bring queer media to the forefront. In lesbian fiction we see it, we feel it, and we know when we’re being marg