{"title":"Lewis Laney","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Lewis Laney, a talented author renowned for his engaging contributions to the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e genre. Laney captures the vibrant tapestry of LGBTQ+ history with both wit and insight, making his work an indispensable read for those keen on exploring diverse narratives and celebrating icons from the LGBTQ+ community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout works, \u003cstrong\u003e\"365 Gays of the Year (Plus 1 for a Leap Year)\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, offers readers an enlightening journey through time. This book brings to life the stories of remarkable individuals, each highlighted on a unique day of the year, applauding their impact on history and culture. With a blend of historical depth and entertaining storytelling, it's a title that beckons readers who cherish learning about influential figures through the ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaney's ability to weave compelling narratives that shine a light on significant LGBTQ+ figures makes his collection a worthy addition to any bookshelf. Discover the past and be inspired by the extraordinary lives of those who have shaped our world today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"365-gays-of-the-year-plus-1-for-a-leap-year-by-lewis-laney-9780711273702","title":"365 Gays of the Year (Plus 1 for a Leap Year)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fun and fascinating compendium of LGBTQ+ icons, one for every day of the year, and a celebration of queer history - or as RuPaul would say; Herstory!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover your queer hero and learn something new every day with \u003cem\u003e365 Gays of the Year\u003c\/em\u003e, an accessible and fun introduction to LGBTQ+ history through the people that made it. Carefully curated and thoughtfully researched, author Lewis Laney assigns a person or group of note to each day of the year to form the ultimate LGBTQ+ hall of fame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLegendary queer icons such as Marsha P Johnson and Freddie Mercury sit alongside lesser-known but equally important names such as activist Renée Cafiero, blood donor Barbara Vick, and Sappho the lesbian poet (who was doing her thing in 570BC). All have contributed amazing achievements to the LGBTQ+ story. Each month also features one ally - inspiring heterosexual people who have all contributed something significant to the lives of the LGBTQ+ community. People like Elizabeth Taylor who \"brought AIDS out of the closet and into the ballroom - where there was money to be raised\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach entry comprises a short biography plus a brief explanation about why that celebratory date represents an important milestone. Lewis brings international figures to life (famous and lesser-known) with his witty and uplifting prose, which are peppered with little-known facts and accompanied by bright illustrative portraits from the hugely talented Charlotte MacMillan-Scott. This witty, unique celebration of queer history promises to inspire and empower readers with its wealth of bright stars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46797471383788,"sku":"9780711273702","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6123633482441.jpg?v=1757149895"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/lewis-laney.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}