Richard Read

I am:

a slow reader,

a fast writer,

a life-long gamer,

a loving husband,

a loyal boyfriend,

a serious gay,

a casual vegan,

a below-average cook,

a better-than-average eater,

a daytime fundraiser,

a nighttime dog-cuddler,

a proud dilettante,

and a Southerner, whether I like it or not.

I've written about many things, including videogames, travel, theatre, pop culture, and LGBT life. It's safe to say that my interests are broad. I was one of those kids who enjoyed reading encyclopedias on rainy afternoons.

I've written for many outlets, including Gawker, Fodors, High Gear Media, and dozens of points in-between. I tend to say yes to everyone and everything. It's a policy that's served me pretty well.

On a personal note: I was adopted and raised in Mississippi, but moved to New Orleans as soon as I finished college. I still live there with my husband, our boyfriend, and our assortment of mostly deaf hounds.

You can follow me on my personal website (sturtle.com), Facebook (RichardRead), Instagram (@sturtledotcom), and Twitter (@sturtledotcom and @RichardRead).