Publisher: Advantage Media Group
Rugare Gomo's powerful memoir, Dreams, chronicles his extraordinary journey from Zimbabwe to Australia, where he navigates the complexities of identity, belonging, and self-discovery. It will leave readers empowered to embrace their truths, chase their dreams, and create lives of purpose and meaning.
""Better Angel" is a novel by Forman Brown, initially published in 1933 under the pseudonym Richard Meeker. Later, it was republished as "Torment" in 1951. This early novel offers a portrayal of a gay lifestyle without condemnation. In fact, Christopher Carey hailed it as the ""first homosexual novel with a truly happy ending"". The title of the novel alludes to Shakespeare's Sonnet 144, which includes the line: "the better angel is a man right fair". This poem has been interpreted as having a homosexual subtext12. The plot follows the journey of Kurt Gray, whose experiences mirror those of the author, Forman Brown. Kurt's life unfolds from his adolescent years in central Michigan to adulthood as a musician and composer. His story encompasses solitude, religious awakening, same-sex relationships, and intellectual exploration. The love affair between Kurt and another man, Derry, forms a central theme, along with their relationship with a third man named Tony. Notably, Brown based these characters on real individuals, including himself and his long-time lover, Harry Burnett. Despite its initial lack of critical attention, "Better Angel" remains a significant work. It resurfaced in 1987 under its original title, with an introduction by Hubert Kennedy. Brown, who had used a pseudonym to protect his writing career and family, provided an epilogue for the 1990 reprint, explaining his reasons for anonymity. This novel stands as a testament to the courage of early LGBTQ+ literature and offers a glimpse into the complexities of identity, love, and acceptance during a time when such themes were often silenced"Show book
Noah spends his nights drifting between North London pubs and music venues, and his days sleeping off hangovers in the stock room of the floundering record shop where he works. He tries not to think about what will happen when his NHS-allocated therapy hours run out and he's left alone with his mind again. After years away, his favourite band Smiling Politely announce a last-minute set in a nearby venue and everything starts to shift. When the crowd turns violent, Noah runs into the street and meets Dylan, the charming local barman he's never had the courage to approach. Pulled into a toxic and co-dependent relationship with Dylan and his brooding, enigmatic friend Fraser, Noah bounces distractedly between sweaty gigs and clubs, swapping beds and friends along the way. The upcoming Smiling Politely album is a beacon of hope for Noah who craves the connection he finds in their music yet lacks elsewhere, but he has to ask himself what he's willing to lose – friendships, dignity, even his sense of self – to just feel like he belongs. "A sweaty, sticky mosh pit of a novel" - i-DShow book
Wrecking a motorcycle isn't the best way to meet the Daddy of your dreams. Or is it? Benjamin Harper's ex may have turned out to be a dud in the Daddy department, but that's okay, now that he is single, he has time to work on the old motorcycle his father left him when he died. The only problem is Benjamin doesn't know a piston from a push rod. It doesn't take him long to realize he needs some help. Lucas Vaughn loves his life. His business Vaughn's Custom Cycles is doing better than he ever dreamed. The only thing missing is a boy to call his own. At least until Benjamin literally crashes into his life. When Benjamin makes a risky decision that lands both him and his motorcycle in the ditch, Lucas comes to the rescue. But will his knight on shining armor turn out to be a dud like his ex? Or could Lucas be the Daddy he had always dreamed of? If strong men who work hard, play hard, and love even harder are your thing you won't want to miss the Blue Collar Daddies series. Contains mature themes.Show book
Reeling from her brother's senseless death, Gianna Del Vecchio finds comfort in an online forum from a woman who suffered a similar loss. Theirs is a club no one wants to join—survivors of a loved one's suicide. Photos posted to the forum of the woman's cute therapy dog bring cheer when nothing else can, and Gianna is compelled to reach out to say thanks. After two years, Keenan McEvoy is still fighting her way back from despair after losing her partner, Annabel. She's surprised when she connects with Gianna, whose kindness and compassion ignite a spark she wasn't sure she'd ever feel again. Their fledgling romance is jeopardized by Jaz, Gianna's ex-girlfriend and current best friend, who'll stop at nothing to keep them apart. Contains mature themes.Show book
Ty Roscoe and Luca Mitchell have moved beyond their rivalry in MMA, becoming more than just teammates. Now working together both in and out of the cage, they're focused on one common goal: making it to the Ultimate Fighting Championship.But their journey is about more than just achieving success in the octagon. As pressures and obstacles threaten to derail their path to the top, they also grapple with how to love and support each other through it all. As Ty returns to training after injury, and Luca continues to fight for his choices in life, they are no longer exerting dominance and control over one another. Instead, they learn to lean on each other's strengths and break free from the choke hold these pressures have on them. They're stronger together than they ever were apart. And no matter how tight the hold, they refuse to submit. Because the ultimate strength comes from facing life's challenges side by side. Contains mature themes.Show book
Five years before, Aeschylus dragged his battered body home after a lifetime of service in Aegina's navy. He'd hoped for a place to curl up and forget. Instead, he'd found himself the city guard's captain and in the middle of a political firefight with Aegina's rival and nearest neighbor, Athens. Aeschylus had stopped the municipal kidnappings and made a berth for himself. A loveless and monotonous berth. No one with any sense would join the guard. Young hoplites itching for glory and gold joined the Marines or were hired as mercenaries. There was always a war somewhere. Aeschylus needed a decent guardsman. Someone who understood that everyone deserved the same level of protection. Aeschylus knew prayer was as dangerous as poking a hydra with a stick, but he was out of options. Aeschylus asked Ares, the god of war, to send him an old hoplite weary of fighting. Ares sent him Thêritas of Thrace. A young soldier on a divine labor. A handsome young soldier eager to learn what he could from Aeschylus. Gods sent men on labors to punish or prepare them for a glorious death. Aeschylus told himself there was no reason to borrow sorrows that hadn't yet happened. Mysteries were piling up. It would be up to Aeschylus and his appealing young guardsman to sort the mysteries from the genuine miracles and do their best to ensure Aegina didn't go straight to Tartarus. Aeschylus hadn't asked for a miracle. But as a result of his prayer, he got the whole miraculous ball of wax.Show book
