Simon James Green: writing a book about a boy like him
The author sits down with Hadley Stewart to discuss the impact of Section 28 on queer young people, and the ongoing hidden censorship that continues in schools today.
Interviews
Dr Kate Nambiar on her sense of vocation
The recently-appointed Medical Director of the Terrence Higgins Trust sits down with Vada to discuss her vocation as a doctor and campaigner for inclusive sexual health services and education.
Michael Perry: green-fingered geek
The self-confessed plant geek sits down with Hadley Stewart to discuss his new book Hortus Curious and how he turned his passion for plants into a career.
What’s next for Sam McAlister?
Sam McAlister, the producer behind the BBC Newsnight interview with Prince Andrew and author of Scoops, sits down with Hadley Stewart to share her next chapter.
Carl Austin-Behan: proud to be Mancunian
Carl Austin-Behan sits down with Hadley Stewart to reflect on his career as Lord Mayor of Greater Manchester, working with Andy Burnham, and if he thinks Labour will win the next general election.
DEN Loungewear: the story behind the queer fashion revolution
Glen Scott sits down with Vada Magazine to tell us about how he went from being made redundant to launching a successful fashion label, DEN Loungewear.
On tour with Alexis Gregory’s Riot Act
Alexis Gregory sits down with Vada Magazine as he tours the UK with his solo show, Riot Act. He tells us about why it’s important for audiences today to know about their history and the pivotal moment we find ourselves when it comes to queer storytelling.
How Justin Myers was inspired by Adele’s divorce for his latest book
Author Justin Myers returns with his third novel, and sits down with Vada Magazine to talk about being in the closet, class, and working with Adam Kay.
Laura Kay tells us everything about a queer therapist from Brighton
Laura Kay sits down with Vada Magazine to discuss the importance of queer representation in fiction, her writing process, and the impact of shame, ahead of the publication of her second novel, Tell Me Everything.
Chris McCrudden sashays away into space
Hadley Stewart sits down with author Chris McCrudden to discuss his latest book, Sashay to the Centre of the Earth, the third in his Battlestar Suburbia sci-fi series.