Acquired Tastes XLIII
Gay Pulp Fiction
Part 110: HIS69
Part 39 of 44
The HIS69 imprint was active from 1971 thru 1988, delivering an astounding 531 titles. Surrey House, Inc. / Surree Ltd, Inc. of San Diego and Santee, California are responsible for this imprint which was distributed by the same company as Trojan Books, Manhard Books, Gay Books and Gay Way Books; the Zorro Distribution Company, also operating out of San Diego.
It should be noted that many of these titles, with original artwork included, were simultaneously republished under the Gay Books imprint and then, later, minus the artwork, were also republished under the ManPower imprint.
The artwork for the HIS69 books would go through only two minor shifts with all the covers featuring ink drawings by various uncredited illustrators - artwork quite similar to what we saw with the Manhard imprint.
Ten out of twelve, today. Not bad. Though, one of them is a bit of repeat.
College Education
Authors: Ward Michaels
HIS69580
Sigh. If I'd known dorm life was this much fun, I would have never gotten that damn off-campus apartment. But what can I say? I was a closeted gay - terrified of living with a bunch of dudes I didn't know. Had I known more about the world, no doubt I would have reasoned that there would be at least one other troubled secret homo in the bunch I could get to know. My reasoning was founded in the certainty of there being a bunch of asswipe bullies that I'd have to contend with. For whatever reason, being me has always meant walking around with a target on my back, instantly attracting the attention of such cretins. And, as I had no sense of humor about myself whatsoever, those things never ended well.
Well, the two lads pictured appear to be two peas in a pod. And their room seems the perfect setting for a bit of 'experimentation.' Yes, picture perfect... Just don't shine a black light on that comforter!
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Techies Do Too
Author: Andrew Martin
HIS69581
I know 'firsthand' that theatre techies do it! Up in the clouds, above the stage, where the lights are not the only thing hung! Well, spend enough time in the clouds and you are bound to find yourself an angel.
That's why, to this day, when I attend a concert or a show? I always pay attention to who's in the booth. You never know... they may be a man short and in need of a helping hand.
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Spanish Sex Lessons
Author: Ward Michaels
HIS69582
I took German in high school. It was taught by this very German-looking man. I could easily see him in barking orders in WWII - for the other side. I'm not going to lie: I definitely put him in my adolescent spank bank. He was a bear and not at all what one would call attractive, but he had a nice uncut dick, a big nose and an authoritative manner. What can I say? When in a small town, you work with what you got,
I tried to take French my first time around in college, but had issues getting to class. It got to the point that the instructor met me at the door the day of finals and said 'no.' She was right. It was an oral exam and my plan was to try and get by saying that line from Lady Marmalade: "Voulez-vous coucher avec moi (ce soir)?" And simply answer all inquiries with 'oui' and 'non.'
I did much better with Spanish... acing both semesters and was, of course, sort of a teacher's pet (I suck up a lot.) How? I watched Spanish soaps on the alternative air tv channels. I picked up a few things. Needless to say, when we had to do 'conversations' in Spanish in front of the class? Mine were muy entretinido - although more Barrio Sésamo than Pasión de gavilanes.
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Pledges To Keep
Author: Tony Moore
HIS69583
Wow. Boys for sale. Pledge week at this frat is my kind of fun. Not that having an 18 year-old sex slave is my idea of a good time. I love the pageantry of a good auction - not that human trafficking is my idea of sexy fun. Huh. I'm thinking this isn't a good idea on any level. Good thing these boys are all white and privileged, huh?
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HIS69584
I take it the title refers to the young man face down on his bed taking on all comers. Nice work, if you can get it - if all the comers are as studly as the two pictured. Reminds me of ads I used to see on Craigslist and BBRTS. It sounds fun, but the reality is probably a real mixed bag. Ah, if only beggars could be choosers...
Available at Hommi Publishing as a downloadable pdf or e-book. Just hit the link.
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Team Spirit
Author: Lee Ryder
HIS69585
Another from Lee Ryder. I am rather curious to see if the dude can actually write.
As for this cover? Hard to say what's going on. Looks like a sailor on leave congratulating a recent graduate. High school? College. It would seem, if that bulge in the front of his pants is any indication, that he wants to share some very warm wishes with that grad, .
Now that? That's my idea of a great graduation present.
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HIS69586
This young stud is, indeed, picture perfect. And I love how he clearly hangs to the left!
Available at Hommi Publishing as a downloadable pdf or e-book. Just hit the link.
Available at Hommi Publishing as a downloadable pdf or e-book. Just hit the link.
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HIS69587
“Why are our bodies soft and weak and smooth,
Unapt to toil and trouble in the world,
But that our soft conditions and our hearts
Should well agree with our external parts?”
Appears someone's external parts are definitely agreeing with this scene.
Wouldn't it be fun if this was a modern gay take on Shakespeare's Taming Of The Shrew? But something tells me this author's intent is not nearly so literary. Still, I'd love to be a fly on the wall when young Shawn sputters out...
“If I be waspish, best beware my sting.”
Me? I'd wanna see that stinger!
Available at Hommi Publishing as a downloadable pdf or e-book. Just hit the link.
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Summer Job
Author: Connie Johnson
HIS69588
I wonder what kind of job we're talking here? The kind where you put your lips together and blow?
Growing up, I had all sorts of summer jobs.
But none that hummed.
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Author: Lee Ryder
HIS69559/HIS69589
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Donny Does Dallas
Author: Carl Creamum
HIS69590
However, in this case, I suspect Dallas refers to a certain weight lifter, as pictured in this illustration.
And what a great illustration it is; every muscle rippling. As you can see, the smaller of the two - most likely the Donny alluded to in the book's title, is acting as Dallas' spotter. And based upon where Donny's hand is headed, I think we all know exactly what it is he's spotted!
And what a great illustration it is; every muscle rippling. As you can see, the smaller of the two - most likely the Donny alluded to in the book's title, is acting as Dallas' spotter. And based upon where Donny's hand is headed, I think we all know exactly what it is he's spotted!
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Gym Dandies
Author: Connie Johnson
HIS69591
Another fine illustration.
I can't tell you the number of times I've attended a CPR course. That said, I have yet to go to one that allowed us to practice on our classmates. Maybe I just signed up for the wrong classes?
And maybe these two are simply getting in a little extra practice.
I know had any of the boys at my high school suggested practicing in such a manner, I probably would have consented to placing my lips wherever it is they told me they were in need of resuscitation.
In any case... my skills? Highly honed.
Yes. You have no idea how many times I've brought the dead back to life!
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And that's all for now.
Next week? Another dozen scintillating, titillating titles.
Will we find them? Tune in and find out.
Until then...
Thanks for reading!
Bring Me To Life - Evanescence
3 comments:
College Education...how many guys get fully educated there, especially if they reside in a dorm? Being the oldest, it somehow fell to me to teach the youngsters I roomed with they had no reason to be ashamed of boners and masturbation.
Oh, that Evanescence song is indeed a mood!
And I'm really, really curious: how did you know your German teacher had a nice cock????
XOXO
I always like the covers.
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