Lesbian pulp fiction, which refers to mid-20th-century literature featuring gay female protagonists, has captured the attention of many readers and scholars alike. While the term "lesbian pulp fiction" has become a catch-all phrase to describe this genre, there are several synonyms that can be used to more accurately convey the themes and genres of these stories. These include "lesbian romance," "sapphic literature," "queer pulp," and "gay women's fiction." Regardless of the specific label chosen, it's clear that these stories played an important role in the representation and acceptance of LGBTQ+ characters in mainstream literature.