Book Club - Academic
What Do Gay Men Want?2007, David M. Halperin. How we can talk about sex and risk in the age of barebacking—or condomless sex—without invoking the usual bogus and punitive clichés about gay men’s alleged low self-esteem, lack of self-control, and other psychological “deficits”? Are there queer alternatives to psychology for thinking about the inner life of homosexuality? What Do Gay Men Want? explores some of the possibilities.
Eric Rofes, click here for his full bio, was one of the brightest, most influential gay men of our time - an intellectual an organizer and an activist.. Sadly, he passed away June 26, 
2006 at the age of 51. One of the key figures in the gay men's health movement, Eric published more than a dozen books, several dozen scholarly essays, and over 100 articles in the mainstream and alternative press. The link we have provided above connects you to information about his books and samples of his journalism and other writings. One of our favorite books is "Dry Bones Breathe" Gay Men Creating Post-AIDS Identities and Cultures." Click on the jacket cover to the right to check it out. Samples of scholarly essays are included on the Research page of this same site. Samples of policy reports and talks are on the Organizing and Policy page. Speeches and workshop notes are on the Speaking Engagements page. Eric was a mentor to many, many folks doing work in the queer arena and is deeply missed. His work could be featured on any of these LifeLube pages, but we decided to put a link to it here in Good Luvn as it just seemed to fit, as he was definitely a Good Luvn kinda guy...
Unequal Opportunity: Health Disparities Affecting Gay and Bisexual Men in the United States
2008, Edited by Richard J. Wolitski, Ron Stall and Ronald O. Valdiserri. Until very recently, the relative invisibility of gay and bisexual men and a paucity of empirical 
data have hampered attempts to identify health disparities experienced by gay and bisexual men. This book reviews and synthesize evidence of health disparities among gay and bisexual men, identifies individual and community factors that contribute to these disparities, and articulates strategies for public health efforts to eliminate disparities. To date, these disparities have been largely discussed in isolation in the research literature in a manner that does not permit a comprehensive examination of these problems, their underlying causes, and potential solutions. A primary emphasis of the book documents health disparities among gay and bisexual men while also describing public health solutions to these challenges.
Book Club - Body
Gay Men and Anal Eroticism - Tops, Bottoms and Versatiles
2003, by Steven G. Underwood. A no-holds-barred examination of one of society's most persistent taboos. In a remarkably candid collection of frank and forthright interviews, 21 gay men talk about the role anal sex plays in their lives and relationships and their choices to act as insertive (“top”) or receptive (“bottom”) partners—or both (“versatile”). Ranging in age from 21 to 65, the men discuss the reasons behind (and consequences of) their choices; how they define their sexual roles (and how those roles are defined by gay society); issues of power, trust, and vulnerability; and the concept (in both straight and gay society) that tops and bottoms are socially and morally unequal. 2003, by Steven G. Underwood.
1997, Robert Penn. The National Lesbian and Gay Health Association's complete book of physical, emotional, and mental health and well-being for every gay male.Amazon.com says - "In the past decade gay men have been deluged with books about AIDS, safe sex, and HIV prevention. And while many of these books have been useful, their emphasis on AIDS often precluded discussion of other aspects of physical and mental health. There are many specifically gay male health issues that are never discussed in health books written for the general public, from the pleasures and pitfalls of anal sex to living in a subculture that emphasizes the idealized body to dealing with the homophobia that confronts gay people every day. Robert E. Penn has written a complete guide to gay male health that, along with supplying complete information on HIV and AIDS, deals with nutrition, aging, common physical ailments, abuse issues, body building, and sexual health. Penn's style is readable and his medical information is clearly explained and up-to-date. The Gay Men's Wellness Guide is an important addition to the ever-growing literature on AIDS and health issues."
Gay Sex: A Manual for Men Who Love Men
1998, by Jack Hart. Classic text, with illustrations, of gay sex. "This is a succinct and thorough encyclopedia of sexual information, from age differences and analingus through dental dams and masturbation, and on to wrestling and zoophilia. Author Jack Hart leavens his no-nonsense, nonjudgmental, AIDS-conscious descriptions and definitions with relaxing sly humor and refreshingly clear-headed prose; the result is a highly readable primer of valuable how-to hints -- a book long needed in the gay male community". -- Richard Labonte, in The Advocate
Men Like Us: The GMHC complete guide to gay men's sexual, physical, and emotional well-being
2000, by Daniel Wolfe. This indispensable, landmark book will empower you to take charge of your health, your relationships, and your life.For nearly two decades, Gay Men's Health Crisis (GMHC) has provided vital support, education, and health information to gay men in the New York City area. With Men Like Us, their guidance--and the insights of hundreds of gay men across America--can help you. Practical, down-to-earth, and accessible, this authoritative health resource covers such topics as
- Finding Doctor Right
- Your sex life vs. the rest of your life
- STDs: How to protect yourself, tell if you have them, and treat them
- 5 tests and vaccines no gay man should go without
- Guidelines for gay couples: Rekindling romance in long-term relationships
- Aging well: Strategies for mind and body
- Spirituality: Waking up inside; working for the gay good
- Mental matters: Meditation; stress reduction; finding a therapist; dealing with depression, anxiety, and psychotropic medications
2002, by Dan Anderson. You think you've got all the moves. And you may. But do you know the preferred moves, mores and man-pleasing tactics for a host of other gay types? From the Campus Queer to the Do-Me Queen, the Twelve Stepper to the Sugar Daddy, Dan Anderson unleashes his expertise to disclose the secret longings of a host of hotties. You'll learn to master such sure-fire tricks as the "Up, Twist, Over and Down," the "Twirl" and the "Head Rub." Check it out.
