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The QLP Book Club: Mac Crane's 'A Sharp Endless Need'
The intensity of high school basketball serves as a high-stakes arena for grief, queer awakening, and the crushing weight of perfectionism in this…
Apr 20
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Jerry Portwood
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Mac Crane
10
4
1:00:18
The QLP BOOK CLUB: Clarence A. Haynes on his horror glam novel, writing sexy scenes and the legacy of Octavia Butler
The author of 'The Ghosts of Gwendolyn Montgomery' shares insights into crafting his characters and what to expect for his next book, 'The Broken Hearts…
Feb 13
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Jerry Portwood
and
Clarence A. Haynes
9
1
2
49:31
The QLP BOOK CLUB: Alejandro Varela Discusses His Novel 'Middle Spoon'
After reading this story of modern queer love—which resists easy interpretation—I talk to the author about why non-monogamy is a public health issue.
Dec 15, 2025
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Jerry Portwood
and
Alejandro Varela
25
6
2
48:26
QLP BOOK CLUB PRESENTS: Andy Jiaming & Jerry Portwood in Conversation
While discussin 'Cinema Love,' we talked about the mixed-orientation marriages, cruising in public spaces, the smells of sex, and how being the gay son…
Oct 12, 2025
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Jerry Portwood
and
Andy J. Tang
12
5
2
43:21
JULY QLP BOOK CLUB: With Troy Ford, author of 'Lamb'
A recording from Jerry Portwood's live video
Jul 14, 2025
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Jerry Portwood
and
Mr. Troy Ford
20
4
2
55:05
QLP BOOK CLUB PRESENTS: Rasheed Newson in Conversation With Jerry Portwood
As we discussed 'My Government Means to Kill Me,' we covered numerous topics, including writing historical fiction, the impact of loving strangers, and…
May 13, 2025
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Jerry Portwood
and
Rasheed Newson
16
2
4
58:50
Announcing the QLP Book Club
Join us to discuss Rasheed Newson's 'My Government Means to Kill Me' on May 12
Apr 13, 2025
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Jerry Portwood
23
4
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