Exploring Kink and Sex Positivity with Alexander Cheves
Table of Contents
Introduction
Background and Career
Columns and Writing
Books and Publications
Accomplishments and Recognition
Upcoming Projects
Introduction
Alexander Cheves is a prominent voice in LGBTQ+ sex education and activism. As a writer focused on kink, fetish, and sex positivity, Cheves aims to foster open conversations and provides frank advice. He recently appeared as a guest on the popular drag comedy talk show, Amber Live!, to discuss his important work.
Background and Career
Cheves identifies as a queer writer and activist devoted to expanding discussions of healthy sexuality. He first broke out with his "Sexy Beast" column for The Advocate magazine, which features his expertise on intimacy issues for the LGBTQ+ community.
Cheves also currently works as a sex columnist for Out Magazine. Here he continues to tackle sensitive topics related to pleasure, consent, and destigmatizing sexual expression.
In addition to his columns, Cheves runs the "Love, Beastly" blog where he gives no-nonsense guidance on matters of queer sex and relationships.
Columns and Writing
Cheves has contributed sex and culture articles to various high-profile publications. His work has been featured in VICE, Them, Drummer magazine, and The Body online.
Some recurring themes in his writing include ethical non-monogamy, navigating consent, de-shaming stigmatized kinks like BDSM, and embracing one's full sexual identity.
Cheves employs an honest, thoughtful approach in his columns and stories. He aims to foster open communication while also carefully considering issues of safety and mutual care.
Books and Publications
Cheves recently published his first book, a memoir titled My Love Is a Beast, through Unbound Editions in 2021. It quickly rose to become an Amazon #1 new release and bestseller through Small Press Distribution.
His writing will also appear in the upcoming book Unsafe Words: Queering Consent in the #MeToo Era from Rutgers University Press.
Cheves is currently at work on his second book, expected to publish in 2024. This new title will likely expand on the candid personal reflections of his self-described "monster memoir."
Accomplishments and Recognition
Cheves' impactful writing on intimacy and culture has earned him significant praise. In 2021, he was honored with an Excellence in Journalism Award from the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association.
That same year, Out Magazine named him one of their Out 100 most influential LGBTQ+ individuals. He also appeared alongside sex experts like Dr. Ruth Westheimer in the Netflix docuseries Sex, Explained.
Upcoming Projects
When he is not writing books and articles, Cheves continues to run his Love, Beastly blog providing sex and relationship advice. He also makes appearances on podcasts and web series focused on sexual health.
Cheves aims to reduce harmful stigmas through thoughtful advocacy for consent, communication, and embracing one's identity. His next book project will likely delve further into these concepts.
Alexander Cheves has swiftly become a leading voice within LGBTQ+ sexuality writing. His columns, memoir, and appearances offer rare insights on kink, fetish, non-monogamy, and embracing one's desires. Cheves approaches these topics with care and nuance, helping start meaningful conversations. Though his frank discussions of queer intimacy, he continues to push for sexual liberation.
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