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Author Spotlight: Brian Centrone

I had the pleasure of first meeting Brian Centrone last year at the Rainbow Book Fair in New York. We’d become virtual friends via Twitter, connecting through a group of writers who support each others’ work. Friendly and witty, I was interested in learning more Brian, and the publication of his new novel, An Ordinary [...]

A Great Interview by Jim Duke, Guide for Gay Living

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Jim Duke, whose Guide for Gay Living podcast helps gay men navigate this crazy thing called life.  Not only was Jim a joy to talk with, but I think it is the most incisive look yet at who I am, my inspirations, and my evolution as a [...]

Sh*t My Kids Say, Part II

One of the great things about Facebook is the ability to reread posts made in the spur of the moment and quickly forgotten. I tend to forget some of the funny things our kids say, and it’s great to have the ability to look back and remember.  As two white gay dads raising two amazing [...]

How I Survived a Plague

I survived a plague. It once seemed unfathomable I’d ever write such words, let alone experience just such a cataclysmic event.  Growing up in a bland but largely protected Southern California suburb in the 60s and 70s, I had no clue what lie ahead.  Acquaintances, friends, co-workers, and lover, dead.  A myriad of others infected.  [...]

Move Over, “Dear Abby.” “Ask Dr. Darcy” is Straight Talk for the Gay Community

Have you ever had a question on which you needed straight-shooting, professional advice?  Dr. Darcy Sterling, a licensed clinical social worker based in the SoHo section of New York City, dishes up just that on a regular basis through her blog, YouTube channel, and her work with her wife, Stephanie Sterling, at Alternatives Counseling. As [...]

Congratulations, Trebor Healey!

A big “congrats” to Trebor Healey, who was awarded his SECOND Publishing Triangle’s Ferro-Grumley award for gay fiction for A Horse Named Sorrow. I had the pleasure of meeting Trebor at Palm Springs Pride last year and enjoyed chatting with him.  I went on to name his book my favorite of the year for Band [...]

Listen to Ramble Redhead on “Songs for the New Depression”!

I had the wonderful opportunity to be interviewed by Tom on Ramble Redhead.  Tom’s podcast hit over 500 episodes, which is a huge accomplishment, and I’m honored to be joining the long list of folks he’s interviewed.  We chatted about my novel, Songs for the New Depression, as well as a whole host of other [...]

Provincetown Magazine Features Excerpt from “Songs for the New Depression”

I’m so grateful that a reader emailed me, noting they’d first discovered my novel by reading an excerpt in Provincetown Magazine.  As I hadn’t seen the excerpt in print, this was a very pleasant surprise.  I’ve always loved the time I’ve spent in P-town.  It has given me both a sense of peace and community, [...]

Cool or Controversial? New Video on “Coming Out” for Youth

WellCast, an internet show focusing on self-esteem, whose target audience is youth, has a new video up on how to come out as LGBTQ. Is it cool or controversial? Take a look, and let me know what you think in the comments section!

New Review says “Songs for the New Depression” Shines!

Very grateful for a new review in Arts & Understanding, a magazine devoted to HIV/AIDS, on Songs for the New Depression. The review (found on page 48) notes “the laughs make the book deceptively breezy. SONGS shines with psychological truth and historical accuracy.”  Love it when folks “get it!”