The Gay & Lesbian Review is a bimonthly magazine covering LGBTQ+ history, culture, and politics. Through its print and digital editions, the publication presents essays, reviews, memoirs, and commentary that explore queer lives, communities, and ideas across different periods and settings. Its features address topics such as LGBTQ+ activism, religion, sexuality, public life, film, theater, and the history of community spaces.

Readers can also find book and film reviews, short reviews, and personal stories, alongside regular blog posts and online features. The magazine offers access to current and past issues, with print editions available for purchase and digital editions offered individually or through access to its digital archive. Its website also provides subscription options, including new and renewal subscriptions and gift subscriptions, as well as information about the publication’s mission, history, staff, and board.

Additional content includes the ITBR Podcast and the “Here’s My Story” section. The Gay & Lesbian Review serves readers seeking informed, varied perspectives on LGBTQ+ culture and experience