Breaking Bread and Breaking the Mold: Navigating Dinner Table Questions in Queer Romancewith Guest Author Gwen Tolios
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In this episode of Beyond the Pen, we explore the often awkward and uncomfortable conversations that can occur at family dinners. We'll dive into the experiences of single-adult children bombarded with questions about their dating life and how they handle the pressure to settle down and start a family. We'll also talk to Gwen Tolios, author of the queer romance, Returning to You, and discuss how she brought to life the story of Monica and Lisa's relationship and the dynamics of coming out to family and friends over a dinner table. So, grab a plate and join us as we dive into the dating world and family dynamics at the dinner table.
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Gwen Tolios
Author/ Advocate
Office Bio: After bouncing around the world, Gwen Tolios has settled in Chicago to write and coax her cat into cuddles. A magical ace unicorn, she writes short stories and novels with a bittersweet touch for anyone who likes to read.
Extra info for the show: Returning to You is my own voice - meaning that I do share the identity of a few of my characters, namely biromantic and asexual. I'd put this under the 'lifestyle' credential checklist.
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