The purest expression of a child’s heart must be the wishes sent to an imaginary man wearing a red coat with white fur. In all my childhood yearnings, I could not have foreseen just how queer my own future would be, full of genderbending shows, vivid parades, and loud protests. But when I look back […]
Author Archives: August Ponthier
August Ponthier is a writer and musician based in New York. Their debut album Everywhere Isn’t Texas comes out February 13, 2026. On their Substack, Nowhereland Weekly, they explore the intersection of queer media, mental health, and artistry.



