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Featured Book: The Chemsex Trilogy

Chasing the Dragon-Are You Chem-friendly? (book 1)Candy Flipping - The Sex and Drug Cocktail (book 2)Double Bubble - Inside Britain’s Prisons (book 3)By Cameron YorkeThings could not have been better! With a new apartment in a smart part of London, a new boyfriend, a successful career as a travel writer, and some exciting documentary production opportunities on the horizon, it seemed Cameron had the world at his feet. Three months later, it had all gone horribly wrong! The boyfriend had left, with the contents of the bank account, and there were problems with the films which had been entered to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in three days time. If he had any chance of recouping his investment his only option was to forge ahead with the plans, attend the festival and sell both films to Television networks. Flying home afterwards, broke, depressed, suffering from prolonged lack of sleep, and still grieving his lost relationship, with neither film sold and no idea how he would support himself, He throws himself into his work, chasing every lead and following up every opportunity for the future whilst desperate to earn an immediate income. This only compounds his problems and he finds himself drowning in a sea of black depression and anxiety, some days finding it difficult to crawl from his bed. Then along comes crystal methamphetamine!Eager to leave the house, and keen to put his disastrous relationship behind him, he figures the best way to get over a man is to get under another! Turning to gay dating site Grindr,pretty soon he has agreed to meet up with a cute Brazilian guy in a pub in North London. Having been in relationships his entire adult life, with little more than a month between each one, he has no experience of the dating scene and how it has changed over the past twenty years. When the date invites him to a party, he has no idea what is in store for him and how this one night will change his life forever!What follows is a foray into a world of experimentation with recreational drugs, which he very quickly realises take away the pain, stress and anxiety and make him feel good again. Once high, all inhibitions are lost. Sex with multiple partners in one night seems normal and in fact feeds his ego, and for a few short hours, gives him back the confidence and self esteem he has been missing for so long, validating his need to be liked, attractive and accepted. From here it is a slippery slope as the drugs start to take over his life, and when a friend suggests he start selling them to supplement his income for a couple of weeks, its seems the most logical idea in the world. This initiates a business which very quickly grows into an enormous juggernaut from which there is no escape, and the story follows Cameron and those around him, in their experiences with cocktails of various drugs, combined with sex, in what has now been labelled Chemsex.Chemsex is a culture which has reached epidemic proportions within gay communities worldwide, and is rapidly ruining thousands of relationships, careers and in fact lives as once high, perception and judgement become impaired, and the bizarre rapidly becomes the new normal. This is a culture which affects normal, successful middle class professionals, and is gaining momentum with lightning speed, for young and old alikeThe Chemsex Trilogy is broken into three distinct stages:Initiation, experimentation and indulgence with chemsex, demonstrates how quickly normal sane successful people can find themselves sucked into a downwards spiral as boundaries are crossed in the rollercoaster of extreme highs, followed by devastating lows, wracked with guilt and shame of which the only relief is to ingest more drugs, fuck like rabbits, and forget about everything for another six hours.Indulgence, accusation and addiction. This book follows Cameron’s arrest and interaction with the police, lawyers and the court system, along with gangster type suppliers who create a different kind of pressure in forcing him to sell more and more, under threat of violence towards himself and those close to him. Meanwhile he becomes steadily addicted to drugs and chemsex, as self-medication for his depression.Arrest, sentencing and incarceration. Arrested again with a large quantity of drugs found in his flat, denied bail and remanded into custody, this book tells the real story about coming off the drugs, but also of life inside Britains penitentiaries - the squalid, inhumane conditions, lack of support, monumental taxpayer waste, with a government who has no thought towards prison reform, rehabilitation or reducing reoffending , so that often newly released inmates have no option but to reoffend in order to survive. This series is a memoir and according to the Author, his goal is that it will support victims as a message of hope, but also to let them know they are not alone. It also serves as a self help manual to raise awareness of this culture, not only as a deterrent for those thinking of trying it, but also to help partners, friends and family of victims gain a better understanding of the cycle, the signs, and what they are going through. It has already been used by probation officers in gaining an understanding of the phenomenon which is responsible for the increasing numbers of cases with which they now deal, and it is hoped that eventually the British Government might start to take notice in forming policy, and treat this as an illness rather than solely as a crime, as to date, whilst acknowledging that there is a problem, they have no idea how to tackle it. The proceeds of this series are used to fund a charity ‘The Cameron Yorke Foundation’ which supports victims of chemsex.All three books in the series can be read on their own or in sequence, and all are available in either paperback or ebook from all good booksellers.ChasingtheDragonCandyFlippingDoubleBubbleThe Chemsex TrilogyISBNsChasing the Dragon 978-1549938269 Candy Flipping 978-1549930614 Double Bubble 978-1973520405 Bookseller: www.amazon.com/author/cameronyorkeCameron A. Yorke is author of - 'The Chemsex Trilogy’Chasing the Dragon - Are You Chem-friendly?Candy Flipping - The Sex and Drug CocktailDouble Bubble - Inside Britain’s PrisonsTales of My travels - EuropeComing soon;The Deported - Citizenship by CriteriaShotguns & Vodka - Living in the Riga

A Cautionary Tale About Chemsex

My Author Interview with Gareth Johnson of MainlyMale, published on Medium.com this week, which raises some probing questions, and explains my motivation for writing 'The Chemsex Trilogy.' Let me know what you think.A Cautionary Tale About Chemsex

Is Age Really Just a Number?

When dating a much younger or much older guy, you’re likely to receive a mixed response, so being a ‘gentleman of a certain age’ myself I thought I’d take a look at the pros and cons of generational age gaps. Here is the link to my article, published on the blog of Andrew Christian.Do send me a message and let me know what you think?

My Review for Daniel Kemp's 'The Story that Had no Beginning!'

The Story That Had No Beginning by Daniel Kemp

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Daniel Kemp
The Story That Had No Beginning

This book is artfully and beautifully written. The story really doesn't have a beginning because it starts at the end, and Mr Kemp has well and truly mastered the art of segueing back and forward in the tale of the two main characters. The story centres around Tom, or Bobby Brown to his peers, who is already dead, and his twin sister Alice, or Alicia in her newly reinvented life. it traces the way their lives have travelled in two opposite directions, even though their paths often cross inadvertently through their separate social contacts. The plot twists and turns, moves forwards and back in time, and introduces new characters as others meet untimely demises. This is underground London at its finest, and the story is told in alarming detail. The research is extensive and anyone who has lived in the city will identify with the streets and places mentioned. I had no pre-conceived ideas about this book, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. Mr Kemp is a masterful story teller and I can't wait to see what he delivers next! A thoroughly deserved five stars.



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The Chemsex Trilogy Features in the Canadian National Newspaper

Cameron Yorke
Chasing The Dragon: Are You Chem-Friendly?
Candy Flipping: The Sex and Drugs Cocktail
Double Bubble: Inside Britain's Prisons

I'm thrilled to let you know that my book series 'The Chemsex Trilogy' has been featured in the Book review section of the Canadian National Newspaper. Check it out here:

http://www.agoracosmopolitan.com/news...

My Review of 'Florence: A travellers guide to its GEMS & GIANTS' by Patty Civalleri

FLORENCE: A Traveler's Guide to its GEMS & GIANTS by Patty Civalleri

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


Patty Civalleri
FLORENCE: A Traveler's Guide to its Gems & Giants

I Absolutely Adored this book! Whether you have been, or are planning to visit Florence or not, this is entertainment at it's best. Entirely factual, it tells the story of the amazing architecture and artworks still in existence in the city to this day, but also gives an in-depth and often humorous account of the famous historical figures to have contributed to the city since the dark ages; including a complete account of the generations of the Medici family who financed its development, artists you know and love, such as Dante the thinker, and writer of 'The Divine Comedy', Uccello and his hatred of cheese, Donatello the only sculptor who could compete with Michaelangelo, or those of which you've maybe never heard, but who contributed so much to the richness of the history of this amazing city. Packed with clever little anecdotes, funny stories and facts not normally available in traditional history volumes, it is complete with photos, drawings, diagrams and maps, and explains the details of each famous artist or personalities' life, who they were friends with, and what they accomplished. the writer, Patty Civalleri has a beautiful writing style, and narrates the book as if she is by your side, telling you the story as a tourist guide. Her sense of humour is evident throughout, and I found myself chuckling the whole way though the book. Even if you have no interest in Italian architectural and art history, you will also love this book for it's comedic value, if nothing else, but I'm sure you will come away from it wiser and better informed about some of the most influential art history ever recorded. Undoubtedly my favourite book so far this year, and well deserving of five stars!



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My review of 'Hers to Save' by Michelle Connor

Hers To Save Complete Series by Michelle Connor

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


Michelle Connor
Hers To Save Complete Series

The cover of this book has a dark, sinister look to it, complete with Dragon in flight across the moonlit sky, so I was aware that this book was fantasy, but apart from that, before picking it up I had no idea what to expect. To begin with, the Author, Michelle Connor, sets the scene beautifully, describing the characters so they instantly become real in your minds eye, literally jumping out of the pages at you. I instantly developed an empathy towards young Aveline, the main character in the book, who is forced to care for her younger brother from a young age, when her Mother dies in childbirth with him. Her Father is an ogre who likes a drink, and is handy with his fists towards his children, but she decides enough is enough, when one night he comes home to announce that she is to be sold into an arranged marriage, to an old, rich landlord, in a deal which has already been agreed, and will see him not have to work again. She takes flight in the dead of night whilst father is sleeping, and thereby starts an epic Journey which sees her meet a Prince, a Dragon, and host of rogues, gathering other children along the way which she takes under her wing.

Set, supposedly in the middle ages, the story has an almost 'Knights of the Round Table' feel to it, and the scenes and surroundings are also described beautifully, with excellent use of vernacular, fitting to the era. The plot is well developed and keeps the reader guessing throughout the whole story, and I think it would be equally enjoyable for both youth and adult readers

All in all, even though its not one that I would have chosen myself, I would happily have given this book five stars, had it not been for the lack of proof reading, resulting in words used in the wrong context, and the odd grammatical errors throughout, which rather spoilt the flow for me, but in spite of this I thoroughly enjoyed it.



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My Review for Ellie Douglas' 'Hounded'

Hounded by Ellie Douglas

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


This is not a genre I would usually choose, but wow! it had me hooked from the start. Fast paced, bloody, and gory, it tells the story of a zombie apocalypse, coinciding with a human virus which has hospitals overflowing, at the same time as pet dogs are becoming the undead. The plot develops rapidly with lots of twists and turns along the way, to the point where you are never sure where it's going to take you next - just when you thought it was safe to read another chapter... The Author writes with a unique style, her graphic attention to setting the scene making the characters jump out of the page, and have you squirming in your seat, as the blood spurts and the rancid flesh hangs in shreds. This book will have you riveted until the very end! Ellie Douglas is the Mistress of Horror! I loved this book - escapism at its absolute best!



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The Little Blue Book for Authors: 53 Do's and Don'ts Nobody is Telling You

|36486750] The Little Blue Book for Authors: 53 Dos & Don’ts Nobody Is Telling You by Gisela Hausmann

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


'The Little Blue Book for Authors; 53 Do's & Don'ts Nobody is telling you', by Gisela Hausmann is really straight forward, clear and concise. This book cuts through all the myths and old wives tales and tells you what you need to do, step by step from start to finish, to make your publication a success. Because its only a small book (clue: Little blue book...) it's easily read in under two hours, and gives good general advice. which can be put into practice immediately. An absolute must read, particularly for debut authors, but contains advice and suggestions to benefit us all.



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Gisela HausmannThe Little Blue Book for Authors; 53 Dos Don’ts Nobody Is Telling You

My review for 'What About Boob?: Life's Duel of Comedy & Tragedy' by D.L. Tiggy

What about Boob? by D L Tiggy

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


D.L. Tiggy
What About Boob?: Life's Duel of Comedy & Tragedy

A beautifully, if not poetically written book. The author has a unique style, and a wonderfully diverse use of vocabulary and vernacular, although at times this tends to slow the pace of the book, however a most enjoyable read.



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