The unparalleled dirtbag of the Victorian set, Lord Alfred Douglas.

The Toast presents a selection of delightful information in the form of a link roundup.

It's just like that old saying, Everybody loves Phil Hartman.

How to respond to criticism, read live by yours truly.

Ezekiel Kweku on what he sees when he looks at Michael Brown, Ferguson, and the nation's response to the death of young black men.

Brianne Hogan, on the realization that she and her mother are destined to become Big Edie and Little Edie of "Grey Gardens" fame.

At last, a thorough scientific classification of the Lesbian, from Pillow Queens to Deer Dykes and beyond.

Science headlines I think we'd all appreciate seeing every now and again.

The Toast presents a selection of delightful information in the form of a link roundup.

Emma Steinkellner presents a cartoon about when the ocean talks to you.

Danielle Perry reviews "Sacrilege," a short computer game by Cara Ellison, and what it has to say about relationships.

Damn the man. Save the Empire.

Vanessa Willoughby's latest short story, "Oh Pioneers, Oh Pioneers."

The Toast's job advice column takes on embarrassing people who share your name, and if you can ask your boss if she's gay.

A live performance of male novelist jokes.