In the Life: A Black Gay Anthology Biblical is a dangerous distraction from

is a dangerous distraction from their ambitions

an invaluable account of a beloved and influential figure in LGBT history

a new generation of activists has sought to understand the past while building a movement for today’s world

often conflicting motivations

Mason Deaver's stunning debut will rip your heart out before showing you how to heal from tragedy and celebrate life in the process

In the Life: A Black Gay Anthology Biblical is a dangerous distraction fromIn the Life, an expression which means being gay, is also the title of this collection of writings in which more than 25 black authors explore what it means to be doubly differentboth blackand gayin modern America. These stories, verses, works of art, and theater pieces voice the concerns and aspirations of an often silent minority. They can be poignant, erotic, resolute or angry, but always reflect the affirming power of coming together to build a