Join Us for “A Century of Queer Fiction” with Marshall Thornton
Great Reads to Keep You Company Through the Spring
Spring is blooming, and Bay Books is celebrating PRIDE month with a special literary evening featuring three-time Lambda Award–winning author Marshall Thornton. Whether you’re a longtime fan or exploring LGBTQ literature for the first time, this event invites you to engage, reflect, and connect.
Event Details
What:
“A Century of Queer Fiction” with Marshall Thornton
When:
Monday, June 3 at 6:00 PM
Where:
Bay Books, 220 N Saint Joseph St., Suttons Bay
About the Author
Marshall Thornton is a celebrated voice in queer fiction, best known for his sharp wit, emotional depth, and award-winning storytelling. Join us as he dives into the evolution of queer literature over the past 100 years.
What You’ll Learn
- The rise of gay pulp fiction in the 1960s and 1970s
- The literature shaped by the AIDS crisis in the 1980s and 1990s
- How queer voices have changed—and stayed the same—over time
- Books that have left a lasting mark on LGBTQ culture and identity
Thornton will offer an honest look at progress, setbacks, and the stories that continue to empower and inspire readers around the world.
Reception to Follow
After the discussion, we’ll host a wine and cheese reception where guests can mingle, chat, and enjoy good company in great literary spirit.
RSVP
Seating is limited, so please RSVP to reserve your spot.
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