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Bohemian Los Angeles and Beyond
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I have to say that I have been largely delighted by the reviews and comments the book has been receiving. It feels incredibly rewarding to have people reading the book, taking it seriously, and engaging with my ideas. Even when they've offered criticism, I've been so pleased with their willingness to embrace what I was trying to accomplish.
If you're interested in reading some of these, let me see if I can point you there...
The first review I saw came from Randy Shaw on an SF website called 'BeyondChron'.
Next up, was a thrilling review from Martin Duberman in The Nation. Duberman is one of the founding figures among gay historians & to have him think through and analyze my arguments was just outstanding!
My parents called when Jenny Burman's review ran in the Sunday Los Angeles Times. The Sunday Times: how great is that?!
And today I just saw a discussion on a blog by Juila Stein. What's interesting about her analysis is that she loved the arts discussion, a portion of the book that others have been less enthusiastic about!
So all in all, it's been pretty exciting!
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Well, we're flying to LA tomorrow for a bunch of book events: the schedule looks pretty exciting. And, encouraged by my old friend Sol, I want to spell it out for you...
Thursday, February 1, 7:30 pm. Reading & Signing at A Different Light Books in West Hollywood. It's one of the last great gay bookstores around & a place where I gave a reading years ago, so I'm delighted to return there. Their address is 8853 Santa Monica Blvd and here's a map.
Friday, February 2, 2 pm. Interview with Patt Morrison on KPCC, one of the Southland's outstanding NPR stations -- 89.3 on your FM dial. Patt Morrison has been writing and thinking about L.A. for several years & is one of the city's leading commentators on things Angeleno. I'm really looking forward to talking with her about the book.
Saturday, February 3, 10 am. I'll be recording an interview with a gay radio program called IMRU that runs on KPFK, 90.7 FM, the more lefty public radio station in town. It seems like a great show & I'm excited to get to discuss the book from a gay perspective! We're going to record the interview that morning, but it will likely run on Monday evening, 7 - 8 pm.
Saturday, February 3, 5 pm. Reading & Reception at Skylight Books in Los Feliz. Skylight is a terrific place. They are the central bookstore in this part of the city that was once called Edendale -- a name I love -- and they are the kind of bookstore we all wish existed every where. Independently owned, staffed by thoughtful readers who offer good suggestions & opinions, and devoted to their local community. It's going to be a wonderful evening there & I hope you'll all try to make it. They're located at 1818 N. Vermont Ave., just north of Hollywood Blvd: here's a Google map to get you there.
Sunday, February 4, 2 pm. Conversation with the Echo Park Historical Society. This will be a more intimate gathering at somebody's home. But these are the folks who already know so much about the area that I've been writing about. It will be a great chance to swap insights and comments about the area.
And then Monday, back to NYC. What do you think? Not bad for one week, right? I'm really excited!
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Well, it looks like the first two events relating to the publication have been scheduled! That's great news, right?
The first is at Skylight Books in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 3rd at 5 pm. Skylight is an outstanding store, one of the great independent sellers in the LA area, and a real hub for life in the greater Silver Lake area. Since so much of Bohemian Los Angeles is set there, it makes sense to have a reading there.
The second is at the New York Gay & Lesbian Center on Thursday, February 22nd. The Center is a landmark of NYC gay life, and the site of a slew of gatherings, from gay reading groups, to gay family meetings, to dances. Because one key theme in the book is the birth of gay American politics, I'm hopeful that a gay audience will come hear about what the book argues.
I'll let you know as these events come closer, but I'm happy that things are starting to fall into place!
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 Wow! So here's the news:
I've heard from people in SF, LA, & NYC all reporting that they've seen the book on display at a local independent book store: City Lights in SF, Skylight in LA, & Labyrinth in NYC, to be specific. I couldn't be more thrilled! The book isn't officially due out until January 15th -- which means that by the 15th, every store that's ordered it should have it & the newspapers can publish their reviews. But nonetheless, the book is available -- even on Amazon or Barnes & Noble, if you'd rather shop with the big boys. So if you're looking for the ideal gift for your favorite history buff or LA afficianado or happy reader... look no further!
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