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Wolf Brother by Michelle Paver – Book Review
Written by Michelle Paver, Wolf Brother is the first book in the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness series. Meet Torak, a young boy in a strange land fighting a dark destiny.
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Spirit Walker by Michelle Paver – Book Review
Written by Michelle Paver, Spirit Walker is the second book in the Chronicles of Ancient Darkness series. Can Torak save the Open Forest from a new and terrible disease?
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3 Book Publishers Accepting Gay Themed Stories
Writing a story with gay themes? Here are the details of 3 gay book publishers that specialise in gay stories, perfect for handling a writer's new gay fiction book.
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5 Gay Halloween Costume Ideas From TV Shows
Need gay Halloween costume ideas on a budget? These five classic party outfits are all for gay men and are inspired by television shows such as True Blood and Firefly.
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Film Review – The Wolves of Kromer, 1998
The Wolves of Kromer is a gay interest film on the alienation that gay people suffer and how their abusers often hide secrets themselves, presented as a modern fairytale.
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Five Gay Halloween Costume Ideas
Searching for gay Halloween costume ideas? Here are five gay Halloween party outfits that are inspired by recent Hollywood movies including 300 and Brokeback Mountain.
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7 Recommendations for Must See Gay Films
Ever wanted to watch a gay themed movie, but not known what to pick? Here are seven recommendations for powerful dramas to start a budding film collection.
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Trick (1999) – A Gay Interest Film Review
Trick, a gay interest film directed by Jim Fall, is a brilliant romantic comedy in which leads Christian Campbell and John Paul Pitoc demonstrate how life can be a song.
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O Beautiful (2002) – Gay Interest Film Review
Alan Brown's gay short film O Beautiful, starring David Clayton Rogers, is a poignant drama about a conflicted youth trying to make amends for homophobic bullying.
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The Bubble (2006) – Gay Interest Film Review
The Bubble (Ha-Buah), starring Ohad Knoller and written by Eytan Fox, is a beautifully written and powerful drama on what life is like in Tel Aviv for young gay Israelis.
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Priest (1994) – Gay Interest Film Review
Priest, written by Jimmy McGovern and starring Linus Roache and Robert Carlyle, is a controversial gay film about a man of God who's sexuality causes a crisis of faith.
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Un Chant d'Amour (1950) – LGBT Movie Review
Jean Genet's remarkable European gay short film Un Chant d'Amour defied prejudices to depict themes of existentialist gay love, making it a landmark piece of LGBT cinema.
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Poster Boy (2004) – Gay Independent Film Review
Poster Boy, starring Matt Newton, is an engaging gay interest political drama that asks questions on the use of homosexuality as a propaganda tool in American politics.
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No Night Is Too Long (2002) – Gay Film Review
Lee Williams and Marc Warren delight in thriller No Night Is Too Long, a dark film adaptation of Barabara Vine's novel about a passionate gay relationship gone wrong.
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Yossi & Jagger (2002) – Gay Interest Film Review
Eytan Fox directs the award winning Yossi & Jagger, an Israeli gay interest film that talks about life, war and regret, as well as what it means to truly love somebody.
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Ethan Green (2005) - Gay Interest Film Review
The Mostly Unfabulous Social Life of Ethan Green, an Eric Orner comic strip adapted as a film with Daniel Letterle in the lead role, disappoints but still entertains.
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Shelter (2007) – Gay Independent Film Review
Tired of the usual gay romance films? Shelter by Jonah Markowitz is a gay independent movie featuring a modern love story of integrity and heart that breaks stereotypes.
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Look Who It Is! – Alan Carr's Biography Reviewed
Look Who It Is, Alan Carr's hit biography, charts the camp comedian's life from his miserable days as a corporate comedian to performing in front of The Queen.
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Dirty Words – Erotic Fiction by M. Christian
Author M. Christian together with Lethe Press re-releases taboo gay erotic fiction book Dirty Words, an entertaining anthology of dark and disturbing stories
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David Tennant A Life in Time and Space Reviewed
A Life in Time and Space by Nigel Goodall is a biography which under-serves charismatic actor David Tennant in a shallow an error-prone 288 pages of hardback fluff.
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The History Boys – Gay Interest Film Review
Based on the award-winning play of the same name, The History Boys by Alan Bennett is an eloquent but rollicking adolescent gem of a gay interest film now brought to DVD.
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The Writer's Tale By Russell T. Davies Reviewed
Russell T. Davies, loved by most, loathed by some, bares his soul, his psychosis and his storytelling smarts to writer Benjamin Cook in Doctor Who The Writer's Tale.
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The Penguin Book of Homosexual Verse Reviewed
The Penguin Book of Homosexual Verse is a collection of poems by and about gay people, but has Stephen Coote put together a concise anthology or is this collection crass?
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The History Boys by Alan Bennett Reviewed
Alan Bennett has never been one to shy away from controversy, and the script of his National Theatre hit The History Boys sees him at the peak of his wit and daring.
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Home Rules By Nate Berkus Reviewed
Home Rules by Nate Berkus claims to help you "transform the place you live into a place you love" but can Nate Berkus make good on his promise in this how-to guide?
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The Trip By Miles Swaine – LGBT Film Review
The Trip by Miles Swaine is a comedy drama about a life-long gay relationship amidst the 1970's political storm over homosexuality and AIDS, but is it worth watching?
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Brokeback Mountain Story to Screenplay Reviewed
Brokeback Mountain: Story To Screenplay brings together the script of the hit film Brokeback Mountain with the short story by Annie Proulx, but is it worth reading?
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Close Range By Annie Proulx Reviewed
Annie Proulx's Close Range: Wyoming Stories is a book of eleven tantalising short tales that strip back the flesh of the human condition and exposes each and ever sinew.
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Brokeback Mountain by Annie Proulx Reviewed
Reviewed here, Brokeback Mountain by Annie Proulx is the gay cowboy love story set in Wyoming that fought its way into mainstream hearts from quiet literary beginnings.
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A Lion Among Men By Gregory Maguire Reviewed
Gregory Maguire's A Lion Among Men follows the tale of Brrr, the lion who asked the Wizard for courage and by the time A Lion Among Men is through, he'll likely need it!
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Covenant in Blood by Ariel Tachna Reviewed
Latest in the Partnership in Blood series, Ariel Tachna's Covenant in Blood dazzles with tales of magical war, erotica and death, but does it live up to its predecessor?
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Taken By Thomas H. Cook Reviewed
Thomas H. Cook's adaptation of sci-fi series Taken by Steven Spielberg tells the story of alien abductions and the far reaching impact on the victims and their lives.
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Sergei Lukyanenko's Night Watch Reviewed
A review of Night Watch by Sergei Lukyanenko, a harsh, Cold War inspired dystopian fantasy who's worldwide success has been marked by film adaptations and book sequels.
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Joss Whedon – The Genius Behind Buffy Reviewed
Joss Whedon, the man behind the hit show Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has led a spectacularly creative life, detailed by fan Candace Havens in this enjoyable biography.
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Son of a Witch by Gregory Maguire Reviewed
The follow-up novel to the huge smash hit Wicked, Gregory Maguire's Son of a Witch takes us on a return trip to the land of Oz, but is it as thrilling as its predecessor?
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Anthony Rapp's Memoir Without You Reviewed
Anthony Rapp, originator of the Mark Cowen character in Rent, releases his memoir Without You detailing his loss, his loves and the making of a hit Broadway Musical.
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Christmas Dreams – A Gay Interest Anthology
A review of Dreamspinner Press' Christmas Dreams anthology released to warm up your festive season with a huge selection of gay interest stories, but is it worth reading?
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No Nonsense Muscle Building E-book Reviewed
Vince DelMonte's No Nonsense Muscle Building e-book is dedicated to helping ectomorphs gaining pounds of muscle, but does it live up to the hype? Find out in this review.
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A Passage To Burma By Jason Denaro Reviewed
A review of A Passage To Burma by Jason Denaro, a detailed political thriller with historical themes about a team of American spies under the Bush administration.
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Review of Alliance In Blood By Ariel Tachna
The first in the Partnership In Blood series, Ariel Tachna's Alliance In Blood is a dark, erotic gay horror story published by the gay friendly Dreamspinner Press.
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Review of Vintage by Author Steve Berman
Vintage, an emotionally charged, haunting gay ghost story from award winning writer Steve Berman, re-released by Lethe Press, proves to be anything but stuck in the past.
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Review of Wilde Stories a Lethe Press Anthology
A new collection from Lethe press, Wilde Stories, named after Oscar Wilde, showcases last year's best short, queer speculative fiction as edited by writer Steve Berman.
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Second Thoughts By Steve Berman Reviewed
Second Thoughts by Steve Berman serves up a plate full of psychedelic stories to whet the appetite in this entrancing collection of gay fantasy fiction, sci-fi and drama.
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Review of Beach Reading By Mark Abramson
A new title from gay book publisher Lethe Press, Beach Reading aims to warm up the winter months with tales of sun, sex and psychic visions in this camp thriller novel.
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An Interview With Musician Eric Himan
Advice from tattooed pop/rock sensation Eric Himan as he discusses self-managing, creating his own record label, marketing to an audience and networking to secure venues.
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The Law of Attraction Power Triangle
You've heard of The Secret, and you've studied the masters of the Law of Attraction, now here is a formula for manifesting your desires that is easy to create and recall.
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Getting Life In Perspective By Toby Johnson
There are very few novels in life that, once read, beg for a second sitting. Toby Johnson's 'Getting Life In Perspective', published by Lethe Press, is one such story.
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Interview With Photographer Myles Formby
Australian photographer Myles Formby discusses his rocketing career, his plans for the future, his Diva and Advocate shoots and gives tips for budding new photographers.
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Painted Doll By M. Christian Reviewed
A look at M. Christian's brand new work of fiction 'Painted Doll', which takes us into a ravaged future where surviving means stepping into a darkly erotic new world.
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Brushes By M. Christian Reviewed
A sensual compilation published by Phaze books, makes up 'Brushes', author M. Christian's new novel examining the rise to fame of artist Escobar from many points of view.
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Interview With Christian Author Thomas Phillips
Thomas Phillips talks about his new book ' Molech Prophecy', and offers advice for the aspiring author to improve their craft and discusses the importance of Faith in art
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Interview With Surrealist Artist James Julier
Stockport born artist and teacher James Julier discusses his work and gives advice for emerging artists to improve their skills with a focus on a back-to-basics approach.
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Interview With Author M. Christian
Author M. Christian, an established and highly praised writer, talks about his acclaimed works and his career to date, offering aspiring writers his sage advice also.
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The Dilemma of Holiday Air Travel
With cheap flights available, many people fly abroad for their holidays, but flying has a high environmental impact. Find out the damage and how you can prevent it below.
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Ethically Friendly Cotton Clothing
Shopping for clothes can be an enjoyable process but there are some simple ethical steps that you can take in order to guarantee your purchases are benefiting everyone.
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Greener Cleaning For Your Home
When cleaning your home, clothes and carpets, a few well made, simple choices could ensure you are maintaining maximum cleanliness at a minimum cost to the environment.
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Environmentally Ethical Baby Care
Considering purchases for your new-born children? Think in terms of ethical cost for a healthier and sustainable environment for your child and the rest of the planet.
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Environmentally Friendly DIY
Why Doing It Yourself needn't be detrimental to the planet with a few simple and easy to follow guidelines that will ensure you are living a sustainable lifestyle
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The Poetry in Writing for Screen
Why writing for screen isn't like writing poetry, but how basic principles poets live by can further develop and facilitate writing dramatic and powerful action
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The Biblical Myth of Demon Lilith
Examining what the myth of the first woman in Creation can teach us about attitudes toward women at the time and how it may demonstrate that feminism has biblical roots.
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Meta-Database and ID Card Issues
With the introduction of ID cards as part of anti-terrorism legislation, is this a dangerous step too far into eroding the British public's civil liberties?
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What Are the Implications of Finding a Gay Gene?
Finding a genetic cause for homosexuality, a "gay gene", could pose serious global human rights questions as it becomes possible to identify a gay child prenatally.
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