Acquired Tastes XLIII
Gay Pulp Fiction, Part 139
Adonis Classics, Part 24 of 25
Greenleaf Classic Books, the publishers of the Adonis Classics imprint, began in 1959 and continued until 1971, when management lost focus on the business due to the government's prosecution of obscenity, which became of major concern.
By 1974, a new management team and staff were in place, operating out of an office at 7523 Raytheon Road in San Diego and production ceased on all existing imprints. In an attempt to break into mainstream markets, two new imprints were started which used cover art and titles that were not provocative. These efforts failed.
Adonis Classics would release a total of 252 titles during it's lifespan.
The first twenty covers feature white backgrounds (with one exception) and colored drawings or black and white pencil illustrations. After the first two titles, a particular type-face was established, with the title appearing above the illustration. The distinctive Adonis Classics symbol was established with either the seventh or eighth title in the series.
After the first twenty titles, the imprint switched to their iconic red covers (though sometimes pink,) featuring a black and white pencil or ink illustration framed in a black circle which has an arrow attached - the universal sign for the planet Mars or to designate something as 'male.' The book's title at the top of the cover is similarly encased in a white circle with an arrow (the symbol for the planet Mars and 'male'.)
This week: 10 out of 10 covers were found.
With the exception of Horny Chicken Nephew, all of today's titles are available as a downloadable e-book or PDF at Hommi Publishing, the leader in all things pulpy and gay.
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Behind The Black Door
Author: Barry Dunn
AC341
This title immediately brings to mind two things: first, because I've been listening to a lot of oldies in the car lately, the song The Green Door, by Jim Lowe - love it. And secondly, the Marilyn Chambers classic film, Behind The Green Door - I've never seen it, but have heard it is surprisingly good. I do know that Marilyn Chambers had acting chops and a certain charisma. As a young thing, I was taken to an all-night drive-in movie marathon and one of the films they played was a little horror film called Rabid, starring Marilyn Chambers. Well, she certainly held my attention.
As for the hooded figure in the background of this illustration? Well, he would have my attention, too. I sort of feel for that Ken doll with the well-stuffed pouch being dragged toward that creepy ass door.
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Horny Chicken Nephew
Author: Johnny Ross
AC342
Awww... keeping it in the family; a nice ménage a trois down on the farm! Now, I do love me some farm hands... as long as they're clean and know what they're doing. As for the setting, there's nothing like it. There's a kind of freedom to be found. First off, you're typically far from prying eyes. Secondly, there's all sorts of fun buildings and woods to explore - and you can do it all naked as a jaybird.
Just be sure to lay down a blanket on top of that hay or straw. As anyone who's baled hay can tell you... that stuff leaves marks! Oh... and beware of pitchforks; there are certain types of penetration that are never welcome.
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State Pen Studs
Author: Barry Dunn
AC343
When making friends behind bars it's certainly helpful to be young and good-looking... (but when isn't that the case?) These three studs appear to be the kind most of us wouldn't object to having pay us a little attention. That said, I can't imagine being trapped in a situation where you're pursued and preyed upon by dudes who are not your first choice when it comes to dance partners. Who do you turn to? Guards and wardens most likely don't want to know about such things. And appealing to your perpetrator's sense of fair play is waste of breath - they're already in prison. So, your only recourse would be to work your way up the food chain and hope that they can intercede on your behalf - that, and that they have most of their teeth and aren't part of the Aryan mafia.
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My Son, My Lover
Author: Franklin Brooks
AC344
I remember this title... a P.E.C. classic by Anonymous.
Although, based on the illustration, I bet they have little in common. The P.E.C. version is about "A talented electronics engineer and researcher through a strange set of circumstances desires the love, encouragement and an engrossing relationship with 'the third sex.' A journey through lust and love to limbo...
The Adonis Classic version appears to be about a Dad taking his son camping.
Well, to each their own... though it's hard to argue with the allure of those denim cut-offs.
Let's just hope it's his 18th birthday.
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Glory Hole Chicken
Author: Wes Cranston
AC345
Another illustration featuring a glory hole love with a mouth to match the hole.
I really do need to get ahold of one of these glory hole-themed books. I can't imagine an entire story wrapped around this one activity. The reality is, if you work a glory hold for any length of time - it's like fishing; you sit around and wait for something to happen. Somedays the fish are biting and somedays... you sit an wait. And wait. And wait.
Those toilet seats? Not the most comfortable after an hour or so,
Plus? Leg cramps!
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Jock Mates
Author: Barry Dunn
AC346
One of my longtime fantasies is that I would end up in a relationship with someone athletically inclined. Don't get me wrong, The Boyfriend enjoys a good workout at a gym or similar setting, so that has helped keep me physically active. But I've always wondered what it would be like to be in one of those relationships where you jog every morning and lift weights and bike and do things like cross-country skiing. You know, where at least 50% of your free time was spent athletically active, as opposed to sitting on a couch playing video games or watching Netflix. I mean, there would be occasions where you would get to do exactly that, but mostly your focus and that of your partner would be on physical activities outside the home.
I imagine your wardrobe would consist of all the latest in activewear - lots of Under Armor, Adidas, Champion, North Face... that sort of thing. Lycra and zippers and flashes of brilliant color. Laundry day would be a snap. And, of course, your body would look amazing, thanks to all that activity and healthy eating - because healthy eating would be part of the program, of course - lots of powders and juices.
Yeah... nice fantasy. And I know there are couples who thrive on that type of lifestyle. But me? Like most things, I'd be onboard and good to go for anything for... about two months before I start resenting the hell out of it... and, subsequently, him.
Life is too short.
Have a martini!
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Scat Slavers
Author: Franklin D. Marsh
AC347
I'm laughing looking at this illustration. Oh, my word. Poor Adam. Can you imagine getting your assignment for the week, and because rent is due, you have no choice but to draw whatever it is your told to?
Thing is, the dude in the prone position? His mouth is as open and round as the glory hole lover's.
Nope.
I just can't go there...
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Son On A Leash
Author: Johnny Ross
AC348
As pictured, it looks like a scene from a dog park.
I get the whole appeal of being on a leash. I'm the type wearing the collar, not holding it. But the reality is... it's hell on the knees. That's why all that doggy play stuff... you know, with the masks and paws? It holds little appeal to me, as does the idea of actually wearing a collar for more than, say, twenty minutes. (I'll entertain and put up with anyone's kink for at least twenty minutes - I mean, there are limits - see above - but I'm typically GGG as long as there's a time limit.) Anyway, that's why those dog outfits come with knee pads, but even then, that a long time to be crawling around on all fours. And trust me... I do enjoy being on all fours!
But you only got twenty minutes!
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The Chicken Hawks
Author: Evan Martin
AC349
As pictured, it looks like a Castro couple welcoming in a young third for a bit of playtime.
And, based on the outline in those blue jeans, I guess we all know exactly why this particular young man has been chosen.
Well, no mystery here... we know someone is going to be leaving with a smile.
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Cop Sucker
Author: Wes Cranston
AC350
A well-explored topic for this particular imprint. Sucking off a cop? Well, depends on the setting. There was a time when that was a pretty hot proposition. Back in the days of Andy Griffith or even 'Ponch' and Jon - that seemed an appetizing proposition. Something about local yokels or tight-uniform wearing 1970's cops still get my motor running.
However, these days? As they've shown their true colors and fascist, racist ways?
Well... they can go fuck themselves.
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And that's all for now.
Next week: two more titillating, tantalizing titles and a tiny bit of info on our mysterious illustrator, Adam!
And that's it for this imprint!
Until then...
Thanks for reading.
Black Door - Conclusion Of An Age
Green Door - Shakin' Stevens
2 comments:
Oh, my...the scat one? No thanks. The cop one? Uh, maybe, since these are "of a time." Now? Some cops are more likely to shoot a real gun than shoot from the cock.
Lots of chicken and athletic endeavors?
I have never been in a relationship with someone totally into sports/exercise. Bet it's interesting. The physical types are very into sex...
XOXO
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