“For Customers Only: Public Bathrooms and the Making of American Inequality” by Bryant Simon
Public toilets determine who gets everyday dignity, freedom of movement, and civic belonging—and who doesn’t.
Books
Josh Silver’s “Fruit Fly” Hits Hard
FRUIT FLY JOSH SILVER ©️2026 Crooked Lane Books 384 PAGES Fruit Fly is Josh Silver's debut adult novel, and it's one of the most gripping and unsettling books I have read in years. This is not a cozy read. It is bold, dark, and unafraid to
“The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Gay: Essays” by Eliot Glazer
You try, and you try. Once, twice, you go back at that thorny issue, the dream you have, the punchline that’s not hitting quite right. Sometimes, time is all you need to make it better, or a new approach, or a second look. And then there are days when
The Dogs of Venice: Steven Rowley’s Novella of Starting Over
DOGS OF VENICE STEVEN ROWLEY ©️2025 G.P. Putnam’s Sons 80 PAGES This book might be short, but it's packed with heart. I picked it up on a quiet afternoon and finished it before dinner — and honestly, I wasn't expecting it to stick with me
Circus Animals Roar to Life as a Novel
Frank Gaimari, a Seattle-based writer, has made a striking debut in the literary scene with his novel, Circus Animals. The book is a heartfelt and imaginative tale that blends adventure, emotion, and social commentary. Set against the vibrant, mysterious backdrop of New Orleans, the story follows a group of
After Woodstock: A Bold, Heartfelt Queer Journey You Won't Forget
Some books you read. Others you live inside for a while. Elliot Tiber’s After Woodstock: The True Story of a Belgian Movie, an Israeli Wedding, and a Manhattan Breakdown falls into the latter category. If you loved Taking Woodstock, you already know Tiber has a talent for spinning a
“Finding Renée Richards: The Ground-Breaking Story of Tennis’s Trans Pioneer” by Julie Kliegman
Come on in, the water’s fine. Wade into it up to your ankles, your calves, your waist, you’ll be okay. You’ll adjust to the waves that swirl around you so come on, dive in, it’s all good. As in the new book Finding Renée Richards by
Cinema Love: Cruising for Sex and Self-Discovery
Cinema Love is a moving novel that explores the complexities of connection, self-discovery, and hope across different eras and worlds. Through its richly layered storytelling, Jiaming Tang intertwines the lives of characters from post-socialist China to present-day New York City, illustrating how their unspoken secrets and shared
Poking the Squid: What We Can All Learn From Animal Sex
Birds do it. to Cole Porter, bees do, too, but it’s not exactly what he imagined. Wild and tame, avians, insects, and mammals all have sex – although not always as you’ve been told or for reasons you might think. Even educated fleas do it and, as in the
Bromantasy: Two Heroes, One Brain Cell
“Danger” just happens to be your middle name. Any fray, any tussle, anytime anybody needs help, they count on you to step in and save the day. You’re brave, smart and strategic, kind to old people, children and small animals and, as in the new book Bromantasy by Maire
The Final Chapter: Edmund White’s Unflinching Memoir
THE LOVES OF MY LIFE: A SEX MEMOIR EDMUND WHITE © 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing 256 pages $17.99 / $13.99 Kindle Some writers spend their whole lives dropping hints and skirting around the truth. Edmund White, on the other hand, spent his life telling it straight — without hesitation or sugarcoating. And
The Guncle: A Heartfelt and Hilarious Exploration of Family, Loss, and Love
THE GUNCLE STEVEN ROWLEY © 2024 G.P. Putnam's Sons 368 pages $9.99 / $12.99 Kindle Steven Rowley's The Guncle is much more than a lighthearted summer read. While it starts with the lively wit and humor you’d expect from a fun, feel-good novel,
We Burned So Bright: A Story of Love, Courage, and Goodbyes
WE BURNED SO BRIGHT TJ KLUNE ©️2026 Tor Books 176 pages A rogue black hole is hurtling toward Earth, and in 30 days, everything you love will be gone. It’s a grim setup, but it raises a question author TJ Klune truly wants you to sit with: Where would
Martin Cloutier Delivers a Debut of Wit and Warmth
From the moment I opened Waiting for Something Else, I was hooked. Martin Cloutier’s debut novel is equally hilarious, heartfelt, and thought-provoking. It’s hard to believe this is his first book, as it reads like the work of a seasoned storyteller. The fact that it is already
Unveiling Liza Minnelli: A Memoir of Resilience and Stardom
For as long as I can remember, I have been captivated by the sheer force of nature that is Liza Minnelli. When her memoir, Kids, Wait Till You Hear This!, was released, I couldn’t wait to dive into her story. I purchased an autographed copy signed by Liza herself.
Charlie’s Queer Books: A Bookstore for Everyone
In the heart of Fremont, one of Seattle’s most colorful and creative neighborhoods, there’s a bookstore that’s redefining what it means to be a Queer community space. Charlie’s Queer Books, which opened its doors in late 2023, is more than just a place to buy books
