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Mean Machine
by Aleksandr VoinovFor a boxer ravaged by guilt and in deep denial of his desires, a fight beyond the ring might yield his greatest prize. In a dystopian UK devastated by austerity and ruled by corporate interests, Brooklyn Marshall was a happily married London police officer—until an accident resulted in the death of a protester connected to a powerful family. Now he takes out his anger and pain on his opponents, fighting for the company that took him into stewardship after his conviction and disgrace—and which all but owns him. Wealthy barrister Nathaniel Bishop fulfills his dream of a family when he adopts a daughter. He can’t resist researching her allegedly violent criminal father, but Brook isn’t at all what he expects. He’s fascinating… and maybe worthy of redemption. Through legal sleight of hand, Nathaniel thinks he can overturn Brook’s conviction. Brook has learned the hard way not to trust anyone, let alone a privileged man who’s purchased his “time.” But as they get to know each other, he allows himself to hope. With his fights getting deadlier, hope might be the only thing to carry Brook through.
The Meaning of Birds
by Jaye Robin Brown“An evocative story of the thrills of first love and the anguish of first loss. This will break you and heal you.”—Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’Not to be missed by fans of Nina LaCour and Becky Albertalli, this powerful novel—from the acclaimed author of Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit—paints a poignant portrait of love in the past, grief in the now, and the healing power of art.Before: Jess has always struggled with the fire inside her. But when she meets Vivi, everything changes. As they fall for each other, Vivi helps Jess deal with her anger and pain and encourages her to embrace her artistic talent. And suddenly Jess’s future is a blank canvas, filled with possibilities.After: When Vivi unexpectedly dies, Jess’s perfect world is erased. As she spirals out of control, Jess pushes away everyone around her and throws out her plans for art school. Because art is Vivi and Vivi is gone forever. Right when Jess feels at her lowest, she makes a surprising friend who just might be able to show her a new way to channel her rage, passion, and creativity. But will Jess ever be able to forge a new path for herself without Vivi?A beautiful exploration of first love and first loss, this novel effortlessly weaves together past and present to tell a profound story about how you can become whole again when it seems like you’ve lost the most important part of yourself.
The Meaning of Freedom
by Angela Y. Davis Robin D.G. Kelley"Davis' arguments for justice are formidable. . . . The power of her historical insights and the sweetness of her dream cannot be denied."-The New York TimesWhat is the meaning of freedom? Angela Y. Davis' life and work have been dedicated to examining this fundamental question and to ending all forms of oppression that deny people their political, cultural, and sexual freedom. In this collection of twelve searing, previously unpublished speeches, Davis confronts the interconnected issues of power, race, gender, class, incarceration, conservatism, and the ongoing need for social change in the United States. With her characteristic brilliance, historical insight, and penetrating analysis, Davis addresses examples of institutional injustice and explores the radical notion of freedom as a collective striving for real democracy-not a thing granted by the state, law, proclamation, or policy, but a participatory social process, rooted in difficult dialogues, that demands new ways of thinking and being. "It is not too much," writes Robin D.G. Kelly in the introduction, "to call her one of the world's leading philosophers of freedom." The Meaning of Freedom articulates a bold vision of the society we need to build and the path to get there. This is her only book of speeches and her first full-length book since Are Prisons Obsolete? (2003).Angela Y. Davis is professor emerita at the University of California and author of eight books. She is a much sought after public speaker and an internationally known advocate for social justice.Robin D.G. Kelley is the author of many books and a professor at the University of Southern California.
The Meaning of Matthew: My Son's Murder in Laramie, and a World Transformed
by Judy ShepardThe mother of Matthew Shepard shares her story about her son's death and the choice she made to become an international gay rights activist. <P> Today, the name Matthew Shepard is synonymous with gay rights, but before his grisly murder in 1998, Matthew was simply Judy Shepard's son. For the first time in book form, Judy Shepard speaks about her loss, sharing memories of Matthew, their life as a typical American family, and the pivotal event in the small college town that changed everything. The Meaning of Matthew follows the Shepard family in the days immediately after the crime, when Judy and her husband traveled to see their incapacitated son, kept alive by life support machines; how the Shepards learned of the incredible response from strangers all across America who held candlelit vigils and memorial services for their child; and finally, how they struggled to navigate the legal system as Matthew's murderers were on trial. <P> Heart-wrenchingly honest, Judy Shepard confides with readers about how she handled the crippling loss of her child, why she became a gay rights activist, and the challenges and rewards of raising a gay child in America today. The Meaning of Matthew not only captures the historical significance and complicated civil rights issues surrounding one young man's life and death, but it also chronicles one ordinary woman's struggle to cope with the unthinkable.
The Meaning of Pride
by Rosiee ThorA vibrant ode to the culture and achievements of the LGBTQ+ community, The Meaning of Pride, written by Rosiee Thor and illustrated by Sam Kirk, celebrates the beauty, significance, and many dimensions of the concept of Pride as celebrated by millions of people around the world!Every year in June, we celebrate Pride! But what does Pride mean? And how do you celebrate it?This inspiring celebration of the LGBTQ+ community throughout history and today shows young readers that there are many ways to show your pride and make a difference.Whether you want to be an activist or an athlete, a poet or a politician, a designer or a drag queen, you can show your pride just by being you!
Meant To Be
by Terry O'ReillyHowie Bosley has very strict rules about dating men. Get to know him, fall in love with him, then -- and only then -- go to bed with him. But, as Howie’s friends frequently point out, his rules aren’t working because he’s still single.Just when Howie is about to ease up on his rules, he meets an Adonis at the gym who goes by the name of Matthew Timmons. Matthew is also looking to get to know someone before hopping into the sack. Is this destiny?But Matthew had planned a very different life path for himself, one that didn’t involve falling in love. Conflicted, he makes the painful decision to cut off all contact with Howie.What is Matthew hiding? Suddenly Howie’s fairy tale romance has taken an abrupt turn, and he doesn’t know if there’s anything he can do to get it back on track. Isn’t their happy ending meant to be?
Meanwhile, Back at the Ranch (States Of Love #26)
by L. A. MerrillDavid Marks is looking for the perfect place to film his new web series and recover from his latest failed relationship. When reclusive writer Michael Sharp opens his Montana ranch to paying guests, David knows he’s found the right place—but he doesn’t expect to find Mr. Right too. Forty years ago Michael Sharp’s father was murdered in front of him. No one believed a six-year-old boy’s testimony against the powerful Carver brothers. For years Michael has lived in self-imposed exile, the only living witness who can bring down the Carver criminal empire. But now the money is running out, and he’s forced to play host to a troupe of temperamental web actors and their energetically attractive director in order to stay alive. The Carvers aren’t about to stand for rebellion. Michael has outlived his usefulness. Now Michael and David have to find a way to end this fight once and for all, finding justice for Michael’s father and meeting David’s funding deadline—all before one or both of them ends up dead.States of Love:Stories of romance that span every corner of the United States.
The Measure of a Man (The Mark of a Man and The Measure of a Man)
by Maggie LeeSequel to The Mark of a ManAfter narrowly escaping the sinister plotting of Anthony Arlen's City Guard and the wrath of the outlawed Sun League, Kit Porter and his friends, Alec Weston and Robert Warren, must flee or risk capture--or worse. With enemies dogging their every move, the friends risk a brief, heartbreaking meeting with Kit's mother before pushing on to the town of Ludlow. There, they enlist the aid of Jamie McEwen, a rich merchant and old friend of Alec's, who offers them a way out. But in order to make good their escape, they must first reach Boston, a port city on the other side of the country. The tense journey across England tests Alec and Kit's growing feelings for each other, while forcing Robert to confront unresolved guilt over past loyalties and actions. Just when escape seems within reach, the Sun League closes in, and the three friends face a desperate battle to evade the awful fate in store for them.
Measuring the Sky
by Francis GideonBen Halifax is still hurting over an old break-up, so he decides to spend Friday night inside the Philadelphia Crime Lab doing extra work. He's surprised when coworker Charlie Page shows up. Though the two have worked together for years, being together in the lab on a Friday night eats at Ben in ways he doesn’t want to think about.Charlie reveals that he's giving up his Friday to watch the Lyrid Meteor shower -- also known as April's Shooting Stars. It’s a rare and spectacular event, and Charlie invites Ben along for the show. Ben agrees, but not without some reservation.As the night wears on, Ben finds himself wanting more than simple friendship from Charlie. Will shooting stars finally give Ben what he needs, or will it be another love story cliché that fails to live up to reality?
Meat Mallet
by Rick R. ReedSteven's cruising the Chicago lakefront park when he meets the man in the Jeep. He seems nice. He seems sexy. He seems like the kind of guy Steven could have a very good time with. When the guy invites him to his place, Steven doesn't hesitate to accept.But when Steven gets back to the guy's apartment, he realizes, too late, there's more on the menu than just sex. Steven has fallen into the hands of a very hungry predator ... and he may never escape.
Meccanici alla prova (Wrench Wars - Gli assi dei motori #1)
by L. A. Witt Sara BenattiWrench Wars - Gli assi dei motoriAll’ officina di Jim Irving sono tutti entusiasti per Wrench Wars – Gli assi dei motori, un nuovo reality show sulle officine. O meglio, tutti tranne il talentuoso meccanico Chandler Scott, l’unico dipendente che ha rifiutato di firmare il contratto. I suoi colleghi gli stanno facendo pressione perché senza Chandler e le sue interazioni esplosive con il loro capo nessuno farà parte dello show. L’unico alleato di Chandler è il figlio di Jim, Mark, che è costretto a lavorare con il padre finché non riuscirà a ripagare il proprio debito studentesco o non troverà un lavoro migliore, e che da un po’ è l’amante segreto di Chandler. Poi un incontro galante nell’officina esplode in faccia a entrambi, dando al network le armi per ricattarli. Chandler è messo all’angolo, e Mark deve decidere fin dove è disposto a spingersi per proteggere l’uomo con cui condivide il letto… e che potrebbe avergli rubato il cuore.
Mechanic Shop Femme’s Guide to Car Ownership: Uncomplicating Cars for All of Us
by Chaya M. MilchteinA comprehensive guide to car ownership and maintenance intended for anyone—regardless of age, gender or experience. When did you last pick up a book about cars? Typically written for men, particularly automotive enthusiasts and mechanics, these books rarely appeal to the everyday car owner. Mechanic Shop Femme&’s Guide to Car Ownership is different. Automotive educator, journalist, and social media influencer Chaya M. Milchtein is a queer woman who has spent the last decade deeply entrenched in the automotive industry. In a country where economic injustices disproportionately impact marginalized people, particularly people of color and the LGBTQ+ community, a reliable car and an excellent relationship with a quality mechanic is vital to climb out of poverty. Chaya understands that a vehicle is an economic necessity that can provide access to career opportunities, financial security, and physical safety. She also understands that queer folks and women often find it daunting to buy a car and, subsequently, deal with the realities of getting it insured and repaired. In Mechanic Shop Femme&’s Guide to Car Ownership, Chaya speaks to readers of all identities and socio-economic backgrounds, arming them with the necessary knowledge to navigate the intimidating automotive industry. At its core, this book is an accessible and comprehensive guide that will put readers at ease by providing them with basic knowledge about car ownership and maintenance. From buying a car, to getting it insured, finding the perfect mechanic, and dealing with car emergencies, Chaya encourages her audience to make educated decisions regarding their vehicles. Mechanic Shop Femme&’s Guide to Car Ownership is a must-have—one that will last readers through a lifetime of car ownership.
The Mechanical Chrysanthemums
by Felicitas IveyHachisuka Narihiro is a pilot in the Shogun's elite unit of musha-ki, robotic armor automated by steam and magic for the defense of Nippon in a slowly modernizing 19th Century, when he's requested to help with political negotiations. Compromises are difficult, with American Admiral Perry determined to open Japan to the West but only on his terms. Like most Western leaders, the admiral is unaware of the advances the Japanese have made with steam and thinks Nippon is an isolated and backward nation. Narihiro's uncle, the twelfth Tokugawa Shogun, believes Narihiro is the best man for the duty. Despite his extensive training, plans might not go as well as expected. With the American delegation comes closeted former Pennsylvania Dutch farmer, Maarten Zook, a shy translator who catches Narihiro's interest. As negotiations stall, the Japanese are left with few options to convince America that Nippon is its equal. Japan is ready to open its borders, but a show of force may be needed, and that force may destroy the budding relationship between Narihiro and Maarten.
Mechanical Magic (The Laitha Chronicles)
by Lorraine UlrichA Laitha Chronicles TaleWhen Aster Genisov, a creator of mechanical novelties, is asked to help a wounded elf, his special talents and painful past could be the key to the elf's survival. Y'rean was born to touch the sky, but when his wings are destroyed by a cruel master, not even the life he begins to build with Aster can assuage his despair. Aster has the means to help him--it's written in his gypsy blood--but is love enough for Aster to face his past and embrace his talent for mechanical magic?
Mechanically Inclined
by Jena WadeCal Foster has sworn off men. He is never going to date anyone again, ever. But as the saying goes, never say never, because Josh Gibson isn't just anyone. Jena Wade brings you all the passion you could hope for in her hot, new contemporary romance, Mechanically Inclined.Cal Foster has experienced a heartbreak or two in his life. And because of that, he's sworn off men. No dating from here on out.Enter Josh Gibson, the new man in a small town where everyone knows everyone's business. Cal can't help but run into Josh everywhere. When Josh works up the courage to ask Cal on a date, Cal is unable to say no. But a date is all it can be.Content Notes: Hot, Anal Play, Anal Intercourse, Contemporary, GLBT, M/M
The Mechanics of Homosexual Intercourse (Little House on the Bowery #0)
by Lonely ChristopherDennis Cooper unveils a mesmerizing debut story collection for his Little House on the Bowery fiction series. The Mechanics of Homosexual Intercourse, a radical map of shortcomings in our daily experiences in the form of a debut story collection, presents thematically related windows into serious emotional trouble and monstrous love. Lonely Christopher combines a striking emotional grammar, reminiscent of Gertrude Stein's Three Lives, with an unyielding imagination in the lovely/ugly architecture of his stories. Lonely Christopher is the author of several poetry chapbooks and is a contributor to the poetry volume Into (Seven Circles Press). His plays have been published, staged in New York City and internationally, and released in Mandarin translation. His fiction received Pratt Institute's 2009 Thesis Award. He is a founding member of the small press The Corresponding Society and an editor of its biannual journal Correspondence. He lives in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn.
The Mechanics of Love
by Emery C. WaltersWhen he turned sixteen, Nick inherited his grandfather’s unidentified junk car left behind the family garage. It could end his unhappy gay life if he learns how to fix it, so over the years, self-pity and enough of his father’s gin lead Nick to a plan.With the help of a gorgeous instructor named Harry, Nick becomes an apprentice automobile mechanic. When the car finally starts, a very drunk Nick puts his plan to work.But the car has other ideas, and Nick has to call for a tow. His plan quickly changes the moment Harry steps out of the tow truck. Will the unidentified classic car lead Nick to love?
El medallón de la luna
by Alba G. Callejas«De nuevo, otro ciclo, otro año... y todo seguía igual en Revandar. Bueno, no exactamente igual.» Revandar lleva años invariable. Un pueblito tranquilo de gentes tranquilas, sin sobresaltos. Hace mucho que la magia y las intrigas han desaparecido. Las gentes de la aldea viven tiempos felices en los verdes prados y suaves colinas del valle que es su hogar. Para Belania, su mundo es encantador... aunque se complica a medida que crece. Cada vez tiene más responsabilidades en la granja de sus padres y menos tiempo para aferrarse a los juegos de infancia y a sus amigos de siempre. Lo único que permanece igual es su amistad con los jóvenes del pueblo, sobre todo con su mejor amiga, Aleanna. Y sin embargo, cuando esta se marcha a la ciudad, dejándola solo con un colgante de recuerdo, todo su mundo se tambalea. Y Conrado está ahí para estabilizarla, con sus ojos amables y sus manos firmes, sus palabras cálidas y su sonrisa, que hace que el corazón le revolotee en el pecho. Hasta que durante ese plenilunio ese colgante se ilumina. Un corazón dividido. Una amistad inquebrantable... y el brillo de una amatista.
Media Amante: Ella ama a su hermanastro...quizás demasiado
by S. A. WestCuando Max se enteró de que su hermanastra Mel había traído a casa a sus amigas porristas para su fiesta de cumpleaños, tenía altas expectativas de una noche divertida. Sin embargo, cuando un mal entendido es usado en contra suyo, él descubre qué tan lejos su hermanastra irá para expresar su amor por él. Esta ardiente y erótica historia corta es un relato de amor prohibido, lujuria y un profundo deseo carnal.
Medical Entanglements: Rethinking Feminist Debates about Healthcare
by Kristina GuptaMedical Entanglements uses intersectional feminist, queer, and crip theory to move beyond “for or against” approaches to medical intervention. Using a series of case studies – sex-confirmation surgery, pharmaceutical treatments for sexual dissatisfaction, and weight loss interventions – the book argues that, because of systemic inequality, most mainstream medical interventions will simultaneously reinforce social inequality and alleviate some individual suffering. The book demonstrates that there is no way to think ourselves out of this conundrum as the contradictions are a product of unjust systems. Thus, Gupta argues that feminist activists and theorists should allow individuals to choose whether to use a particular intervention, while directing their social justice efforts at dismantling systems of oppression and at ensuring that all people, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, class, or ability, have access to the basic resources required to flourish.
Medical Writing in Drug Development: A Practical Guide for Pharmaceutical Research
by Robert J BonkA guide through the maze of the pharmaceutical research and development process, Medical Writing in Drug Development fills a gap in the libraries of technical writers, college instructors, and corporate professionals associated with the pharmaceutical process. As it discusses critical information, such as strategies and techniques pivotal to crafting documents for drug development, it also overviews drug research, document types, the roles of professional writers, and information technology. In no time at all, you will be creating persuasive technical documents, building complex facts into coherent messages, and contributing to the effective marketing of new products with promotional pieces that meet legal and ethical standards.Medical Writing in Drug Development helps medical writers and scientific, regulatory, and marketing professionals develop a working knowledge of the technical documents crucial to successful drug research. New and seasoned professional writers alike will benefit from the book's detailed discussions of:using abstracts, slides, and posters to present up-to-the-minute researchhow patient-education materials, health-economic assessments, and electronic journals provide ongoing challenges in medical writinga dossier approach that expedites regulatory submissions for international drug developmentstructural constraints and rhetorical approaches toward regulatory documentspresenting intricate information in scientifically unbiased, yet technically convincing languagethe effects of electronic publishing, computer graphics, and related technology on the practice of medical writing within pharmaceutical researchPractical as a foundation text for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs in pharmaceutical or medical technical writing, Medical Writing in Drug Development will help you develop practical strategies for handling journal manuscripts, conference materials, and promotional pieces. No other text will clarify the main aspects of the pharmaceutical research and development process while offering you insight on the key issues dominating the healthcare arena.
The Medici Boy
by John L'HeureuxThe acclaimed author of The Miracle “brings to life the bliss and treachery of the Italian Renaissance” in this novel of beauty and betrayal (David Henry Hwang). In fifteenth-century Florence, young and beautiful Agnolo does whatever he must to survive. When he isn’t living with a soldier, he provides company for lonely men. But when his soldier is sent to war, Agnolo finds work as a model for the great artist Donato di Betto Bardi—otherwise known as Donatello. While creating his famous bronze of David standing on the head of Goliath, Donatello develops a desire for Agnolo that ignites a dangerous jealousy. The artist’s assistant, the complex and conflicted Luca, is determined to save Donatello and put an end to the cattivo Agnolo.
Medicine Hair
by Mark WildyrThe August 1883 eruptions of Krakatoa took place half a world away from North America’s Dakota Territory. Yet, John Strobaw’s explanation to his Lakota kinsmen of the atmospheric anomalies caused by those cataclysmic explosions secured his reputation as a shaman. That plus his strange black scalp dotted with strands of his mother’s yellow hair, earned him the name Medicine Hair.The Cut Hand saga continues as John and his mate, Matthew Brandt, struggle to bridge two worlds. Matthew, a full blood known as Shambling Bear, lives deeper inside his Native American culture than his lover. But John’s growing reputation as a medicine man and the historic events of the time draw Cut Hand’s grandson away from the white man’s world onto the plains occupied by the Sioux Nations.Can John and his mate find a way to live together in two worlds?
Medieval Tales
by Saura UnderscoreWhen Duncan of the Gents leaves for the Crusades, he promises to return to his friend and lover, Adam Gordon, but he never does. Three years later, upon learning that Duncan died in an ambush, Adam travels to Jerusalem to join the Cross Knights, seeking revenge. Wyon Eastman, Captain of the Cross Knights, meets Caliph Omar on the battlefield and in peace parliaments. But discovering the cruel, heartless infidel is human forces Wyon to struggle with growing romantic feelings and religious loyalties. As the English army sweeps across the Holy Land to conquer Jerusalem for the Christians, four men fight for true love in uncertain times. A Timeless Dreams title: While reaction to same-sex relationships throughout time and across cultures has not always been positive, these stories celebrate M/M love in a manner that may address, minimize, or ignore historical stigma.
Medium Brave: How a Transgender Woman Overcame Years of Self-Imposed Conversion Therapy and Found True Happiness
by Shelley Andrews-HindersMedium Brave is the poignant story of what it was like growing up transgender in 1950s Ohio--the challenges, the confusion, the struggle of growing up different twenty years before the term that defines that condition has even been created. Told with gentle humor, insight, and heartbreaking honesty, Medium Brave will touch the heart, inspire the mind, and encourage any soul still struggling with their authenticity and freedom to find out what it means to be medium brave.