Lady Gaga's biggest fans share their raw emotions about coming out, bullying, thoughts of suicide, and the need for acceptance, in this inspirational new book. Quotes and letters are accompanied by stunning Little Monster portraits that invite you into the soul. This beautiful, thought provoking book is geared to LGBTQ youth, teens yearning to fit it, and fans of pop culture. Lady Gaga's Little Monsters will inspire you to change the world.

John finds himself getting more and more entangled in the street life,and with a drug dealer named Tyrelle. Warning:Strong violence,and some sexual content

Henry Willson was one of the quintessential power brokers in Hollywood during the late 1940s and 1950s when he launched the careers of Rock Hudson, Lana Turner, Tab Hunter, Natalie Wood, and many others. He was also a true casting couch agent, brokering sex for opportunity on the silver screen. While this practice was rampant across Hollywood, for gay actors and film professionals the casting couch was a dangerous cliff: a public revelation could and would ruin a career. "The Man Who Invented Rock Hudson" is an incredible biography as well as a harrowing look into Hollywood at a time of great sexual oppression, roaming vice squads searching for gay and/or communist activity, and the impossibilities for gay actors of the era.

John Strickland has been fascinated by restraints, bike gear and straitjackets for many years. With first hand experience of all these (plus lots more), his stories offer a level of detail rarely seen. Coupled with one of the best imaginations around, his stories take the reader on a unique journey. Locked in Leather is part of the Motorcycle Messenger series by John Strickland. In this story, Sam sets out to spend 24 hours locked head to foot in leather and it's up to Chris to make sure he goes through with it. Will he manage the full 24 hours?

This is a labor of love; it is my love letter to the world. Its message of positive perspective, how to love yourself and increase self-esteem is primarily intended for the LGBTQI, BIID, and Polyamory communities, but it is also quite useful for absolutely anyone who wishes to have a more realized sense of self-identity. I hold two Bachelors Degrees, one in Psychology and the other in Business Management; I am an affectional orientated lesbian as well. After having been through religious oppression, extreme abuse and even homelessness, I have managed to thrive and I offer this book as my definitive statement on how and why we need to accept all peoples in this vast, diverse world if we truly wish to learn to love ourselves. Most books on these types of subjects don't address the philosophical and psychological mind-set needed to self-identify with authenticity. I also wanted to show the reader how to feel great about her or himself even in the worst of situations. This book fills that need.

Further Adventures in the Life of a Motorcycle Messenger is the follow up story to 'Weekend in the Life of a Motorcycle Messenger'. The story follows Sam and Chris as they continue to explore their love of bondage. In this story, Sam faces a long day working in the rain. He has his own way to enjoy the day, but so does Chris when Sam returns home.

It's Raining Again in Oregon is the second installment in the series of books from John Strickland featuring Zac and Stefan and their love of all things straitjackets and PCV. This second book continues their ability of getting into more and more challenging situations whilst detailing the wonderful array of straitjackets, leather and PVC clothing and different bondage situations. Another great story from the master of straitjacket detail, John Strickland.

PVC Package is the third installment in the Motorcycle Messenger series by John Strickland. In this story, Sam is out to introduce a young guy to his range of amazing PVC wet weather gear he wears on his job. The young guy does not want to stop there and the interest turns to Sam's collection of straitjackets.

This book introduces Melanie, Adrianna, and Nicole. They are young people who are learning how to understand and navigate the world around them by way of manipulation, fantasy, and reality. They are dealing with issues of identity, death, divorce, and discrimination. This book sets the stage for what is to come in a series of books that follow the characters throughout their adolescent and adult years. This book is for young adult readers who are interested in fiction.

William Bonzo's biting, informative, and sometimes riotous memoir, Don't Ask, Do Tell: When I Finally Told the Military "Kiss My Gay..." aims directly at the Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy previously enforced by the United States military. Bonzo was a Navy man before being outed and forced to leave the service. Until then, he had served his country honorably and enthusiastically. So how can a military that is dangerously short of personnel and engaged in several wars around the world afford to impose a weeding-out policy that not only de-militarizes talented leaders, but does so in an abrupt and emotionally brutal fashion? Reading this book, one is struck by the irony of training a man for years, bringing him to his peak of military knowledge and direction, and then dismissing him for his sexual orientation. Despite a light and often funny voice, the underlying message remains: Don't Ask/Don't Tell was unethical, pragmatically absurd, and often devastating to those who were targeted.

When I came out to my parents by sending a letter in the mail, I expected a negative reaction. I did not, however, expect my entire life to change...

What would you do if you were suddenly faced with the responsibility of being a God? For Timothy De Marquisate, it is yet another task that he must handle with his legendary style and grace. A humble prostitute with a heart of gold, Timothy seems born to play the role...but will his beloved Matthias stand by him? Book Two in the Jasmine Vampire series, this is the story of a modern day Messiah who must sacrifice himself for the good of humanity. This is a story of family, of friendship, of brotherhood and passion...it is about true love, no matter what the cost. Book One, The Scent Of Jasmine, followed Matthias on his journey back to humanity through the love of his beautiful Timothy. Join us now as we delve into the sad and sordid past, and learn a bit more about Arik, Obadiah, Brian, Benediction, Jesse, Matthias and Timothy...and the true meaning of Sacrifice.

For the past 20 years ImageOut has been recognized and respected as a major arts and cultural organization celebrating LGBT artists and themed work. This special collection of poetry and short fiction by 23 contemporary writers celebrates ImageOut's 20th Anniversary.

Literary Nonfiction. LGBT Studies. Italian American Studies. Edited by Joseph Anthony LoGiudice and Michael Carosone. OUR NAKED LIVES: ESSAYS FROM GAY ITALIAN AMERICAN MEN includes essays by Michael Carosone, John D'Emilio, Charles Derry, George De Stefano, Joseph A. Federico, Joseph Anthony LoGiudice, Michael Luongo, David Masello, Tommi Avicolli Mecca, Joe Oppedisano, Felice Picano, Frank Anthony Polito, Michael Schiavi, Frank Spinelli, and Tony Tripoli.The impetus for this book derived from Michael's thesis on the marginalization of Italian American literature for his master's degree in English. While conducting his research, Michael stumbled upon two books of gay Italian American writings. The only two books At first, Michael was excited with his discovery. Then disappointment and anger erased the excitement when he realized that Gay Italian American identities and voices were not represented in literature, especially Italian American literature and Queer literature. So, we talked about how both of our identities--Gay and Italian American--never appeared throughout our years of formal education. Those two characters were never written in the scenes; those two actors were never given roles on the stage. And we wondered how much longer this would continue, and how much more we were able to tolerate. The purpose of this book is to present these essays that inform on the experiences of these men and their lives as part of the diverse fabric of American society. The lives of these writers are complex because they are forced to conform into a society that demands that they do not express their sexual and ethnic identities, with pride, in positive ways. As sexual and ethnic minorities, these men experience double discrimination. Many people will ask why this book is important and unique, and why this group of men is important and unique. Our answer to that often ubiquitous and trite question is this: Our identities, voices, words, and lives are important and unique because the intersection of our sexuality and ethnicity does not allow us to fit in to the mainstream American society and culture, thereby keeping us in the margins. And it should be common sense and common knowledge by now, in the twenty-first century, that no human being deserves to be marginalized for any reason.

Unshattered Dreams is a must-read that will benefit anyone who had mild conflicts to severe abuse or trauma in childhood. If you had a difficult childhood then you know the challenges you face in trying to live a happy and successful life. This is because you may still be struggling with the aftermath of what you endured. Imagine what your life would be like if you could break free, so that you can fulfill your heart's desires. This groundbreaking book guides you on a journey that will inspire you to transcend your troubled past.

Anthony wants his son Antonio to join his business,but in doing so,he must reveal secrets about himself.Anthony may not be the only one keeping secrets,Antonio may have a secret of his own.Anthony and Antonio have a lot in common,not just in looks.Anthony and Antonio keep their father and son bond strong as secrets,erotic sex and drama unfolds. This book is a second edition,containing the original text from the first editon,but with more detailed scenes and content. Warning: Strong sexual content and some violence,nudity and language.

This book is a whistle blower to the world that the long uncompromising denial of gay marriage rights is now becoming a global reality. The struggle between gay activists and homophobia against same-sex marriage had almost come to an end with religious groups and politicians losing the battle. This became possible as a result of gay aggressive activists of public pressure, for these minority group with different sexual identity that has awaken the world bodies, like the United Nations, the European parliament, and the United States of America. To date the international community has recognized that gay rights, are human rights, and human rights are gay rights, and has to be accepted globally. This signals the end of violence against LGBT] people based on sexual orientation, and gender identity. Since the law is now on the side of gay for protection. The book reflects the efforts of gay rights activists and achievement they have made in recognition of gay marriage by the international bodies, starting with Europe, with the first gay marriage in Netherlands, followed by Belgium, Norway, Spain, and Portugal, etc, Same-sex marriage in the united states is not federally recognized, but such marriages are becoming more and more recognized by many states.

From the mid '60s through the late '80s Aesthetic Realism, a Greenwich Village cult did its best to capitalize on its questionable claim that it could transform homosexuals into happy heterosexuals. Erasing Reason gives readers a tour of a homophobic world that warped the lives of many queers. Take a walk inside a secret and unsavory world led by a charismatic and malicious philosopher of hate.

A gay love story of two young people who love wrestling and their journey to becoming soulmates. You will love this important coming of age story.

Robert Pagginson presents his "Empty Inside Series" and the Best-Seller "What Makes Straights Better Than Gays?" - a novelty book where all pages are blank. For centuries people searched the key to phenomenon of homosexuality. Trend is old, but nevertheless still popular in our days. It is evident that straights and gays are different in every respect from appearance to emotions, from behavior to credo. Gays are numerous, but still not major to conquer our minds and cardinally change social attitude to homosexuality. Even though every day and every minute we observe proofs of gays talent, charm and success. Just remember a quick list of distinguished gay celebrities: Elton John, Ricky Martin, Tom Ford, Marc Jacobs, Chuck Palahniuk, Adam Lambert. In this groundbreaking book after years of hard work and meticulous research, Robert Pagginson reveals the crucial distinction between straights and gays and gives scientifically grounded answer to an up-to-date question - What Makes Straights Better Than Gays? Take a look inside and youll be shocked by main scientific achievement of Robert Pagginson, revealing the true depth of straights superiority?

First there was The Preludes. Then there was Clear Sense. The Gerbera Series continues with The Sweetness. Melanie, Adrianna, and Nicole are now in their early twenties. All three are embarking on new experiences with love and relationships. Melanie wants to have her cake and eat it too. Will she allow her insecurities to get in the way of her happiness? Adrianna is in love with her boyfriend, Thaddeus. He has provided her with a nice slice of the American pie. Will she allow unfinished business from her past to interfere with her present happiness? Nicole has had her share of disappointments. She figures that is the way the cookie crumbles. Or does it? Find out now in The Sweetness.

Dr. Isaac Namdar belongs to the Mashadi Jewish community, a congregation of first generation immigrants from Iran. The majority of the community in the New York metropolitan area lives in a very tight-knit area of Great Neck, and their lives center around the synagogue and the communal sense of Judaism. Recently, the news that Dr. Namdar is gay and had married his long-time same-sex partner broke out. In the ensuing few weeks, many people in the community did some soul searching to evaluate their own attitude towards this phenomenon that was never before encountered amongst their ranks. Meanwhile, the leadership and Rabbis of the community issued edicts and took steps to excommunicate Dr. Namdar from his ancestral synagogue. Simultaneously, a Discussion Board feature on Dr. Namdar's wedding website allowed many to express a wide array of views pro and against gay rights and gay marriage. Many in the community used the extreme views forced upon them by the leadership on this specific topic to widen the discussion about the role of religious authority on the lives of individual members. This book is compilation of all the 740 entries that created a most interesting honest, intelligent, and anonymous public debate that you will ever read.

Rainy Days in Oregon is a love story between two young guys who share a unique passion for bondage and especially straitjackets. Zac is a budding escapologist but also loves to see his blonde haired, blue eyed boyfriend, Stefan all bound up. Follow their adventures as they get themselves into many challenging situations as well as many different straitjackets. If you love your straitjacket stories then they don't come much better or more detailed than this.

Sometimes you have to open your eyes to really see whats in front of you. Things are not always as they seem...

A trilogy telling a story of love and loyalty, betrothal and betrayal, triumph and tragedy; novels that chart one man's attempts to rise above the legacy of a traumatic childhood. The first book deals with Simon's childhood friendship and eventually love affair with an older boy, the second the trauma of his teenage years and early adulthood, the third his struggle to maintain equilibrium and the consequences of his failure at one point to achieve that. It is a fictional biography, written because it tells a strong story which raises many issues over six decades, the post war baby boomer generation who in many ways never had it so good. His own experience is probably unique, yet will strike a chord with many others who have been through similar things, as well as those with an interest in such matters, either personal or professional, such as police and probation officers, criminologists with an interest in this field or those investigating the developing 'queer theory'. It's a varied, exciting, demanding, sometimes terrifying life story. It is not suitable for those under 18 years or who find explicit sexual narrative, including sexual violence, offensive. The first part was originally published in March 2012 under the title "The Secret Catamite Book 1 The Book of Daniel" which is still available separately in downloadable formats only.