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Ugly Differences: Queer Female Sexuality in the Underground
by Yetta HowardWhat would it mean to turn to ugliness rather than turn away from it? Indeed, the idea of ugly often becomes synonymous with non-white, non-male, and non-heterosexual physicality and experience. That same pejorative migrates to become a label for practices within underground culture. In Ugly Differences, Yetta Howard uses underground contexts to theorize queer difference by locating ugliness at the intersection of the physical, experiential, and textual. From that nexus, Howard contends that ugliness—as a mode of pejorative identification—is fundamental to the cultural formations of queer female sexuality. Slava Tsukerman's postpunk film Liquid Sky, Sapphire's poetry, Roberta Gregory's Bitchy Butch comix, New Queer Cinema such as High Art—these and other non-canonical works contribute to an audacious critique. Howard reveals how the things we see, read as, or experience as ugly productively account for non-dominant sexual identities and creative practices. Ugly Differences offers eye-opening ways to approach queerness and its myriad underground representations.
Erasing Shame
by Yeyu2nd EditionThe son of a Han traitor who had let the Xianbei Mongols invade the borders, Jiang Shicai swears to restore his family's honor, hoping to better the Hans' lives through peaceful means. He believes violence is never the answer, but to gain respect, he finds himself fighting for the Xianbei. Ten years later, an annoying but handsome playboy, Dugu Xuechi, arrives as the incompetent new military inspector of Shicai's region. Shameless, irresponsible, and obnoxious, Xuechi tests Shicai's patience almost every second. Despite their mutual dislike, Shicai finds himself drawn to the capricious man, especially when he sees the resemblance between Xuechi and his deceased best friend. Yet Xuechi's self-destructive behavior and refusal to accept help require attention that distracts Shicai from his goal for peace--and it doesn't help that Xuechi is Shicai's strongest political opposition. Haunted by a childhood promise he never had the chance to fulfill, Shicai must choose between his feelings and his values.First Edition published by Dreamspinner Press, February 2013.
My Hubby Frequently Loses His Memory: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Yi NianThe old house of the Shu family in Youlan had been abandoned for many years, overgrown with weeds, littered with stones, dead leaves, and desolate.Yun Bei Chen got off the carriage with the help of the wall and looked at the rusted gates. The scenes of him and his family members happened to be played out just yesterday: a loyal servant, a smiling chef, and a serious yet amiable stewards. Everyone's faces and voices were extremely clear.
Oedipal Experiences in Same-Sex Families (ISSN)
by Yifat Eitan-PersicoThis book updates the Oedipus complex for a contemporary audience in the light of social and cultural changes and explores its implications for psychoanalytic treatment and our understanding of queer families.Growing evidence during the past few decades indicates that children who grow up in same-sex families adapt well. These findings, which do not conform to the predictions of Oedipal theory, expose the theory’s biases, and call for reexamination of its premises. This book based on ground-breaking research and pursues a methodical investigation of the characteristics of the same-sex families that defy the expectations of Oedipal theory. Furnished with vivid illustrations, it invites the reader to engage actively in the interpretive effort and presents a diverse and complex story about kinship, opening a window onto a rich world of infantile phantasies and parents’ psychological conflicts, at the fascinating intersection of the personal and the social.Oedipal Experiences in Same-Sex Families will appeal to psychoanalysts, psychotherapists, educators and policymakers, same-sex parents, and parents who were assisted by gamete donation.
Summerhouse
by Yigit KaraahmetA gay couple&’s 40-year relationship is imperiled by a new arrival to their sleepy island paradise: The Birdcage as done by Highsmith.Fehmi and Şener have been together forty years—no small feat for any pair, but especially admirable for a gay couple in Turkey. Behind closed doors, their life on Büyükada, an idyllic island near Istanbul, is like a powder keg that needs only one spark to blow. That spark soon comes in the form of Deniz, the wildly handsome and troubled teenager next door, who immediately catches Fehmi&’s eye.This &“harmless&” crush immediately raises Şener&’s hackles; although he doesn&’t think Deniz would ever reciprocate Fehmi&’s feelings, it&’s not a risk he&’s willing to take. But when one betrayal leads to another, Deniz hatches a plan, and the sultry summer takes a dark turn as the couple&’s relationship is put to the test like never before. Will lust or love win the day? One thing&’s for sure: not everyone will be getting out of this love triangle alive.Dishy, suspenseful, and boiling over with black humor, Yiğit Karaahmet&’s debut makes a fierce political statement about supporting &“gay wrongs&” while also introducing a shockingly lovable pair of antiheroes who could be Tom Ripley&’s grandfathers.
Make the Movie King Be My Lover: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Yin BaiQin Yuan was a natural gay, and he fell in love with Zhao Chengyu at first sight. When he was down and out, Zhao Chengyu helped him step onto the path of both acting and singers. His feelings for him became more and more unruly. Cohabitation, the temptation of pajamas, the strategy of gourmet food, all of them were no problem. And to see how the Aoife Singer teases Lord Shadow Emperor one step at a time.
Actually, I also Have Plug-ins: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Yin Ya[Savage Melting VS Magical False Benevolence]Ezra Continent was a world where magic and martial arts prevailed. After death, they accidentally witnessed the murder scene and were forced to bind to the Child of Fate.Who said that the heart of the child of destiny must be filled with money? The one he met was a black bag, he thought he had found a thick leg, but who knew that this person was not only black-hearted, even the leg he hugged was black, and his conscience was also a passerby.
Actually, I also Have Plug-ins: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Yin Ya[Savage Melting VS Magical False Benevolence]Ezra Continent was a world where magic and martial arts prevailed. After death, they accidentally witnessed the murder scene and were forced to bind to the Child of Fate.Who said that the heart of the child of destiny must be filled with money? The one he met was a black bag, he thought he had found a thick leg, but who knew that this person was not only black-hearted, even the leg he hugged was black, and his conscience was also a passerby.
Actually, I also Have Plug-ins: Volume 3 (Volume 3 #3)
by Yin Ya[Savage Melting VS Magical False Benevolence]Ezra Continent was a world where magic and martial arts prevailed. After death, they accidentally witnessed the murder scene and were forced to bind to the Child of Fate.Who said that the heart of the child of destiny must be filled with money? The one he met was a black bag, he thought he had found a thick leg, but who knew that this person was not only black-hearted, even the leg he hugged was black, and his conscience was also a passerby.
Actually, I also Have Plug-ins: Volume 4 (Volume 4 #4)
by Yin Ya[Savage Melting VS Magical False Benevolence]Ezra Continent was a world where magic and martial arts prevailed. After death, they accidentally witnessed the murder scene and were forced to bind to the Child of Fate.Who said that the heart of the child of destiny must be filled with money? The one he met was a black bag, he thought he had found a thick leg, but who knew that this person was not only black-hearted, even the leg he hugged was black, and his conscience was also a passerby.
How I Met My Son
by Yolanda Bogert'The sky didn't fall, and our family didn't fall apart. We just started using different pronouns. Oh, I had to change the name stored in my phone with his number. That was a bit of a pain.' Yolanda Bogert, a mum from regional Queensland, made worldwide news when she placed a notice in a Brisbane newspaper in December 2014. It read: 'A Retraction. In 1995 we announced the arrival of our sprogget, Elizabeth Anne, as a daughter. He informs us that we were mistaken. Oops! Our bad. We would now like to present, our wonderful son - Kai Bogert. Loving you is the easiest thing in the world. Tidy your room.' This is the story of Yolanda and her son Kai. As a teenage mum, Yolanda formed a close-knit bond with her child. Now, together, Yolanda and Kai deal with issues of acceptance, religion and tradition in a heart-warming story of love in transition.
How I Met My Son
by Yolanda Bogert'The sky didn't fall, and our family didn't fall apart. We just started using different pronouns. Oh, I had to change the name stored in my phone with his number. That was a bit of a pain.' - Yolanda BogertYolanda Bogert, a mum from regional Queensland, made worldwide news when she placed a notice in a Brisbane newspaper in December 2014. It read: 'A Retraction. In 1995 we announced the arrival of our sprogget, Elizabeth Anne, as a daughter. He informs us that we were mistaken. Oops! Our bad. We would now like to present, our wonderful son - Kai Bogert. Loving you is the easiest thing in the world. Tidy your room.' In How I Met My Son, Yolanda tells of her son Kai, their loving family, and the laughter and struggles they've shared. As a teenage mum, Yolanda formed a close-knit bond with her child. Now, together, Yolanda and Kai deal with issues of acceptance, religion and tradition in a heart warming story of love in transition.
Running Hot
by Yolande KleinnKurt Trench loves running a successful auto repair shop with his twin sister Lena. Lately loyal customer Shane Dolan has been coming around more often, and Kurt assumes it's because of his sister. While Kurt wouldn't dream of coming between them, he can't help being drawn to Shane himself.... Or thinking about him in ways he definitely shouldn't. One night everything changes. Kurt doesn't reciprocate Shane's kiss--he's got no intention of stealing his sister's man--but when he tells Lena what happened, she can't believe how thick her brother is. She's not the reason Shane's been coming around the garage, and Kurt and Shane have more in common than a love of classic muscle cars. Now it's on Kurt to make the next move, assuming he hasn't blown his chance for good.
Simple After All (2016 Advent Calendar - Bah Humbug)
by Yolande KleinnNoah Fiore, contracts attorney and dedicated curmudgeon, spends every Christmas with his family on the shore of Lake Superior. It's practically tradition for his sister to invite a tragic tagalong to the festivities. But this year Kara's guest is no pity case. Riley Coto is a friend, and his warmth and charm quickly win over the Fiore family. When Riley overhears Noah complaining about Kara's habit of bringing home strays for the holidays, he feels more than a little out of place. But Riley finds himself drawn to Noah. Something tells him there's more to the man than the bad attitude he shows the world. With Christmas coming fast, Riley is falling for Noah, and there's nothing simple about that.A story from the Dreamspinner Press 2016 Advent Calendar "Bah Humbug."
Take Your Best Shot by Starlight
by Yolande KleinnHalden Blake was a good soldier and a good man. He never intended to be a hero, and he definitely never intended the events that landed him in intergalactic politics. Now, three presidential terms later, Halden must decide if running for office again is worth five more years of putting his own life on hold. Isaac Knox has been President Blake's public liaison from the start, an ally and friend through difficult times. Halden has always carefully resisted thoughts of more, and Isaac has never given any hint of returning his guarded attraction. But when Halden finds himself struggling with questions about his own future, Isaac makes a surprising offer that could change everything.A story from the Dreamspinner Press 2015 Daily Dose package "Never Too Late."
Rebirth: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by You MengYiRanIn his previous life, he was a drop in the ocean, ordinary and ordinary. In this life, he was the Emperor who had awoken from his slumber in the Azure Sea Breeze. With the Sea God's Divine Spark, Li Qiangdi faced the endless sea and couldn't help but feel at a loss. 3000 years later, in the era of the Divine Nuo, nearly three-quarters of the Earth's land mass had turned into a vast sea, with the Sea God's Temple standing tall! As for him, he was a deep sea mermaid … This article is a warm pamper
Rebirth: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by You MengYiRanIn his previous life, he was a drop in the ocean, ordinary and ordinary. In this life, he was the Emperor who had awoken from his slumber in the Azure Sea Breeze. With the Sea God's Divine Spark, Li Qiangdi faced the endless sea and couldn't help but feel at a loss. 3000 years later, in the era of the Divine Nuo, nearly three-quarters of the Earth's land mass had turned into a vast sea, with the Sea God's Temple standing tall! As for him, he was a deep sea mermaid … This article is a warm pamper
I'm Laughing Because I'm Crying: A Memoir
by Youngmi MayerSan Francisco Chronicle's Best New Books of Fall 2024 From standup comedian Youngmi Mayer, an unforgettable memoir written with &“raw, enviable freedom that simply floors you,&” interrogating whiteness, gender, and sexuality in America, navigating a tumultuous childhood in Korea and Saipan, and coming to terms with her parents&’ shortcomings (Michelle Zauner).&“Do you know what happens if you laugh while crying? Hair grows out of your butthole.&” It was a constant truism Youngmi Mayer&’s mother would say threateningly after she would make her daughter laugh while crying. Her mother used it to cheer her up in moments when she could tell Youngmi was overtaken with grief. The humorous saying would never fail to lighten the mood, causing both daughter and mother to laugh and cry at the same time. Her mother had learned this trick from her mother, and her mother had learned this from her mother before her: it had also helped an endless string of her family laugh through suffering. In I&’m Laughing Because I&’m Crying, Youngmi jokes through the retelling of her childhood as an offbeat biracial kid in Saipan, a place next to a place that Americans might know. She jokes through her difficult adolescence where she must parent her own parents: a mother who married her husband because he looked like white Jesus (and the singer of The Bee Gees). And with humor and irreverence and full-throated openness, she jokes even while sharing the story of what her family went through during the last century of colonialism and war in Korea, while reflecting how years later, their wounds affect her in New York City as a single mom, all the while interrogating whiteness, gender, and sexuality. Youngmi jokes through these stories in hopes of passing onto the reader what her family passed down to her: The gift of laughing while crying. The gift of a hairy butthole. Because throughout it all, the one thing she learned was one cannot exist without the other. And like a yin and yang, this duality is reflected in this whip-smart, heart-wrenching, and disarmingly funny memoir told by a bright new voice with so much heart and wisdom.
New Life of Broken Cedar: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Yu ZaiZaiGu Mo, a boy suffering from severe autism, was short of calcium and love when he was young, but he was teased by people on the top of his heart, lost his adoptive father, lost his motivation for survival, and died in the sea. Open your eyes again, and be reborn as a generation of evil spirits. He just wanted to lie down for the rest of his life in silence, but he was upset by four men with different personalities and different identities. One is a generation of emperors, one is a god of opportunity, one is a general who kills enemies, one is a swordsman with a dead heart. Can we revive?
My Top Is A Magic Beast: Volume 1 (Volume 1 #1)
by Yu ZiFeiThe proud son of heaven, Ling Xiao, had lost everything in a single night, but had been saved by a "divine beast". While he was trying his best to get revenge, this Divine Beast suddenly turned into a human one day. Suddenly, the Divine Beast looked at him lovingly one day. "Our son is already so old, when are you going to give me this title?" I will accompany you on your long journey; I will accompany you on your leisure time.
My Top Is A Magic Beast: Volume 2 (Volume 2 #2)
by Yu ZiFeiThe proud son of heaven, Ling Xiao, had lost everything in a single night, but had been saved by a "divine beast". While he was trying his best to get revenge, this Divine Beast suddenly turned into a human one day. Suddenly, the Divine Beast looked at him lovingly one day. "Our son is already so old, when are you going to give me this title?" I will accompany you on your long journey; I will accompany you on your leisure time.
Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! 01 (Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! #1)
by Yuu ToyotaIt's complicated: A thirty-year-old virgin gets more than he bargained for when his newfound magical power reveals he's the object of his male coworker's affections!Adachi, a thirty-year-old virgin, discovers he has the magical power to read the minds of people he touches. Unfortunately, the ability just makes him miserable since he doesn't know how to use it well! And to make matters worse, when he accidentally reads the mind of his very competent, handsome colleague, Adachi discovers the guy has a raging crush on none other than Adachi himself! Things are about to get VERY awkward!
Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! 02 (Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! #2)
by Yuu ToyotaIt's complicated: A thirty-year-old virgin gets more than he bargained for when his newfound magical power reveals he's the object of his male coworker's affections!Businessman Adachi turned thirty a virgin, and now he's a wizard who can read the mind of anyone he touches...which is how he learned that his handsome coworker Kurosawa was in love with him! Inexperienced Adachi was initially bewildered by Kurosawa's intense feelings, but after being exposed to Kurosawa's genuine affection, Adachi finds Kurosawa on his mind a lot more often than he'd care to admit these days! Will the upcoming staff business trip turn into a trip for two for Kurosawa and Adachi?!
Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! 03 (Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! #3)
by Yuu ToyotaIt's complicated: A thirty-year-old virgin gets more than he bargained for when his newfound magical power reveals he's the object of his male coworker's affections!Ever since he was blessed (cursed?) on his thirtieth birthday with the magical ability to read the minds of those he touches, virginal office drone Adachi has been put through the ringer, especially after discovering his colleague Kurosawa's feelings for him! And just when it seems like Adachi might be able to take his friendship with Kurosawa to the next level, Adachi's complex about not having any romantic experience gets in the way. Unfortunately for Adachi, taking things nice and slow is out the window when it turns out the two of them are going to be sharing an apartment!!
Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! 04 (Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! #4)
by Yuu ToyotaIt's complicated: A thirty-year-old virgin gets more than he bargained for when his newfound magical power reveals he's the object of his male coworker's affections!Gifted (cursed?) at the age of 30 with the ability to read the mind of whomever he touches (even the coworker with the hots for him!), virginal businessman-turned-wizard Adachi is taking his first tentative steps into love! After being wooed within an inch of his life by the tenacious Kurosawa, Adachi is at last on board with his feelings for his handsome, kind colleague and has come around to the idea of Kurosawa as his very first significant other. But now that the pair are officially an item, Kurosawa is chomping at the bit to do all the couple stuff he's been dreaming about, including dating! There's just one little problem: Adachi, the 30-year-old virgin, has never even been on a date!