Are you two sisters? Reflections on a long-overdue subtitle.

Area of Science:

• Sociology
• Gender Studies
• Publishing Studies

Background:

• Susan Krieger's published works have addressed lesbian realities without explicit mention in titles.
• The frequent absence of the term "lesbian" in titles raises questions about visibility in academic and public spheres.

Purpose of the Study:

• To reflect on the representation of lesbian realities in Krieger's published work.
• To analyze the reasons behind the invisibility of lesbian subject matter.
• To identify lessons for writing and publishing from a lesbian perspective.

Main Methods:

• Qualitative analysis of published works.
• Reflective essay and autoethnography.
• Exploration of publishing industry challenges.

Main Results:

• The word "lesbian" was often omitted from titles despite the content addressing lesbian experiences.
• Invisibility poses significant challenges for lesbian scholars and writers.
• Lessons learned involve navigating academic and publishing gatekeepers.

Conclusions:

• The invisibility of lesbian subject matter highlights broader issues in academic publishing.
• Understanding these challenges is crucial for promoting diverse voices and perspectives.
• Further research is needed on strategies for increasing the visibility of marginalized identities in print.