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SUMMARY:Scott Heim & Kyle Dillon Hertz: Mysterious Skin
DESCRIPTION:Join acclaimed novelist Scott Heim and writer Kyle Dillon Hertz for a conversation celebrating a new edition of Mysterious Skin\, the cult-classic queer novel that inspired the acclaimed 2004 film adaptation. Decades after its original publication\, Heim’s haunting and deeply empathetic novel remains one of the most powerful works of LGBTQ+ literature. \nOriginally published in 1995\, Mysterious Skin follows two young men from a small Kansas town whose lives remain shaped by a shared traumatic childhood experience. As adults\, they struggle to understand their memories\, identities\, sexuality\, and the lasting effects of trauma. \nTold with remarkable sensitivity and emotional depth\, the novel explores memory\, survival\, intimacy\, and the ways people construct narratives about themselves in order to cope with pain. While difficult and often heartbreaking\, it is widely regarded as a modern queer literary classic. \nQueer Significance\nMysterious Skin occupies a unique place in LGBTQ+ literature. Rather than focusing on coming out or romance\, it examines queer identity through themes of memory\, alienation\, desire\, and resilience. The novel gained an even wider audience through the acclaimed film adaptation directed by Gregg Araki and starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt. \nAbout the Authors\nScott Heim is an award-winning novelist whose work often explores LGBTQ+ identity\, memory\, and emotional survival. Kyle Dillon Hertz is a writer and critic whose work frequently engages with queer culture\, literature\, and film. \nContent Note\nThis novel contains themes of childhood sexual abuse\, trauma\, exploitation\, and psychological distress. Readers should be aware that the discussion may address these topics. \nPerfect For\n\nLGBTQ+ readers\nFans of queer literary fiction\nReaders interested in cult classics\nFollowers of Gregg Araki’s films\nAnyone interested in complex\, emotionally rich storytelling
URL:https://iseequeer.com/event/scott-heim-kyle-dillon-hertz-mysterious-skin/
LOCATION:Strand Bookstore\, 828 Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
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SUMMARY:Andrew Sean Greer: Villa Coco
DESCRIPTION:Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Andrew Sean Greer visits Rizzoli Bookstore to celebrate the release of his latest novel\, Villa Coco. Known for his wit\, emotional insight\, and beautifully observed characters\, Greer returns with a story that explores love\, reinvention\, and the unexpected ways people rediscover themselves while navigating life’s second acts. \nSet against the backdrop of an idyllic Mediterranean retreat\, Villa Coco follows characters whose carefully constructed lives begin to unravel as old relationships resurface and long-buried secrets emerge. Blending humor\, romance\, and poignant reflection\, the novel examines themes of friendship\, aging\, ambition\, and the search for belonging with the warmth and intelligence that have become Greer’s signature. \nGreer has become one of the most celebrated voices in contemporary LGBTQ+ literature. His Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Less and its sequel Less Is Lost earned widespread acclaim for centering a gay protagonist in stories that move beyond coming-out narratives to explore universal experiences of love\, travel\, self-doubt\, and personal growth. With Villa Coco\, Greer continues his tradition of creating richly human characters whose lives resonate with readers of all backgrounds. \nThe evening will feature a conversation with the author about the inspiration behind the novel\, his writing process\, and the evolving landscape of queer literature\, followed by an audience Q&A and book signing. Held at the elegant Rizzoli Bookstore in the Flatiron District\, the event offers readers an opportunity to meet one of today’s most accomplished literary voices in an intimate setting.
URL:https://iseequeer.com/event/andrew-sean-greer-villa-coco/
LOCATION:Rizzoli Bookstore\, 1133 Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books
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SUMMARY:Roshan Sethi & Erin Somers: The Simp: A Novel Without a Hero
DESCRIPTION:Join writer-director Roshan Sethi and television writer Erin Somers for a discussion of their new novel\, The Simp: A Novel Without a Hero. Blending sharp humor\, modern dating chaos\, and questions about identity and ambition\, the novel offers a contemporary look at love\, friendship\, and self-delusion in the age of social media. \nThe Simp follows a deeply flawed protagonist navigating romance\, status\, insecurity\, and the often humiliating realities of modern relationships. With biting wit and cultural insight\, the novel skewers contemporary dating culture while examining what people are willing to sacrifice in pursuit of love\, validation\, and success. \nWhy It May Interest LGBTQ+ Readers\nWhile The Simp is not specifically a queer novel\, author Roshan Sethi is also known for co-writing and directing the acclaimed film A Nice Indian Boy\, a beloved queer romantic comedy about an Indian American man introducing his white fiancé to his traditional family. Readers who enjoyed A Nice Indian Boy may be interested in hearing Sethi discuss storytelling\, relationships\, and contemporary identity through a different lens. \nAbout the Authors\nRoshan Sethi is a filmmaker\, physician\, and writer whose work often explores South Asian identity\, family dynamics\, and contemporary relationships. Erin Somers is a television writer known for her work in comedy and character-driven storytelling. Together\, they bring humor and emotional insight to this satirical take on modern romance. \nPerfect For\n\nFans of contemporary fiction\nReaders interested in dating and relationship stories\nSouth Asian literature enthusiasts\nFans of Roshan Sethi’s film work\nReaders who enjoy sharp social satire
URL:https://iseequeer.com/event/roshan-sethi-erin-somers-the-simp-a-novel-without-a-hero/
LOCATION:Strand Bookstore\, 828 Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books
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SUMMARY:Call Me by Your Name: The Graphic Novel
DESCRIPTION:Rizzoli Bookstore celebrates the release of Call Me by Your Name: The Graphic Novel\, a beautifully illustrated adaptation of André Aciman’s beloved modern classic. Reimagining one of the most celebrated queer love stories of the twenty-first century\, the graphic novel introduces Elio and Oliver’s unforgettable romance through expressive artwork while preserving the emotional depth and lyrical spirit of the original novel. \nFirst published in 2007\, Call Me by Your Name became an international literary sensation for its intimate portrayal of first love\, longing\, and self-discovery. Set during a summer in northern Italy\, the story follows seventeen-year-old Elio as his life is transformed by the arrival of Oliver\, a charismatic American graduate student staying with Elio’s family. Their relationship unfolds gradually\, capturing the exhilaration\, uncertainty\, and heartbreak of a romance that leaves a lasting imprint on both of their lives. \nThe novel’s influence expanded even further with the acclaimed 2017 film adaptation directed by Luca Guadagnino\, introducing the story to a global audience and cementing its place as one of the defining works of contemporary LGBTQ+ literature and cinema. This graphic novel offers readers a fresh interpretation of Aciman’s timeless story\, using the visual language of sequential art to highlight the emotional intimacy and quiet beauty that have made the book a queer classic. \nThe event will explore the creative process behind adapting such an iconic novel into graphic form\, offering readers an opportunity to discover how illustration can deepen and reinterpret one of literature’s most enduring romances. Whether you’re revisiting the story or encountering it for the first time\, this celebration honors a work that continues to resonate with readers across generations.
URL:https://iseequeer.com/event/call-me-by-your-name-the-graphic-novel/
LOCATION:Rizzoli Bookstore\, 1133 Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books
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