Acquired Tastes XLIII
Gay Pulp Fiction, Part 149
Adam's Gay Readers: Part 6 of 10
This week we continue our ten-part series of posts dedicated to Adam's Gay Reader's.
Adam's Gay Reader's were released under the Surey Books banner, and published from 1983-1991. Whether this imprint is related to other Surrey publications remains to be seen.
The books were distributed by Star Distributors, which operated out of a P.O. Box (P.O. Box 36) at the Canal Street Station in New York City, NY.
A total of 155 titles were published, all featuring distinctively soft, but gay-erotic illustrations, all in a watercolor-like style.
Described by The Book Merchant Jenkins as:
And... so far, that's all I have learned about this imprint. If you have any info, leave it in the comments section or contact me via blogger.
This week: I found 13 out of 15 covers.
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Top Man
Author: Autumn Terzian
1988
AGR-176
A top man is always good to find...
Great illustration. Looks like an urban rooftop scene. Fun in the sun - my kind of fun. Bet that on-looker will be joining the action soon, and something tells me he'll be more than welcome!
I believe there should be an etiquette book written for gay men. We frequently find ourselves in 'social' situations which aren't covered by the likes of Miss Manners. For example: how does one request inclusion when they come upon a scene already in progress? What is the polite and correct way to say 'no'? In a three-way, who is responsible for the lube? Who is responsible for disposing of condoms and the like?
See? Gay etiquette. It's a thing - fraught with issues which beg questions and need answers!
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Polar Hump
Author: Roland Graeme
1988
AGR-177
I actually have done it in the snow. Not pleasant. I wouldn't recommend it. Not only do things shrink in the cold, your skin tightens up and the ice crystals in the snow can leave marks. So... now you know. Maybe remain upright?
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Jerry's First Love V
Author: B.F. Christi
1988
AGR-178
This is the final offering of this franchise. Maybe Jerry 'stayed' in love for a change? He certainly did have a number of 'firsts'. As the young should. I'm not saying more mature folk can't find love, but... as one ages, it gets easier to sort the chaff from the wheat.
Available as a downloadable PDF or ebook at Hommi Publishing. You may also purchase the entire box set at a greatly-reduced price.
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Macho Hombre
Author: William Cozad
1988
AGR-179
This author also writes under Bill and Will Cozad. Interesting illustration. Not sure what's going on, but it appears to be an outdoors scene. Take a look at that black magic marker 'editing' which took place. I bet it took place without the illustrator's input.
That, or someone got awful lazy.
Available as a downloadable PDF or ebook at Hommi Publishing.
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Hot Meat
Author: Peter R. Trax
1988
AGR-180
Well, they say you should never eat meat that hasn't been cooked to temperature. So, it would go to reason that a nude beach would be the perfect place to find some healthy options! I'm all for adding more protein to my diet. It makes for happy, healthy boys!
Available as a downloadable PDF or ebook at Hommi Publishing.
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Foreign Parts
Author: Andrew Martin
1988
AGR-181
Another fine illustration. Italian beef? That's my guess. No matter... whatever he's serving up, I'm thinking that cadet is more than hungry for.
When I was in Europe, the only place I enjoyed some European delight was in Amsterdam. Of course, that is also when I picked up a little souvenir which I brought back to the states. So? Travel wisely, my dears.
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Shop Meat
Author: Carl Creamum
1988
AGR-182
Love that author's name.
I take it this has to do with an 'manic' mechanic. I don't know that I've ever met one, though I have had a lot of fun in garages.
Garage fun is an acquired taste. The weather has to be decent - playing in the cold is not my thing. Hard to give great head if your teeth are chattering. If it's a hot day, perfect. I love working up a sweat and garages tend to hold the heat in. After that? It's a matter of pulling into the driveway and waiting for that door to rise. It's like Mystery Date, with a great reveal.
Oh, bring a blanket and wet wipes. Most garage floors are not pristine, and most garages do not have running water.
Available as a downloadable PDF or ebook at Hommi Publishing.
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Steroid Madness I
Author: Roland Graeme
1988
AGR-183
This is a curious subject for this type of book. I take it this has to do with muscle worship/muscle fetishism? Regular readers of this blog know that muscles are nice, but those with over-developed ones do very little for me. And steroid cases? Hard pass.
For a time, I saw a dude who was on them. I met him back before he felt the need and the sex was awesome. He had so much energy. We were a regular thing for a time. Then, for whatever reason, we stopped hitting it.
A couple of years later, I spot him on-line and he's good to go. I get to his place and he's all wound up. And a bit pumped up. I asked him what was up and he tells me his doctor has prescribed testosterone. The sex was manic and weirdly brief - which wasn't like him at all. He'd always been very attentive and in the moment - moments which passed wonderfully slow. As I was leaving, he told me I should hit up my doctor and get on it, too. I told him I would look into it... and I did.
What I read about it? Well, it's a trade off, folks. And not the kind of health risk I like to take. Needless to say, I asked my doctor about it and she agreed with my assessment.
So not for me.
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Bunkhouse Buddies
Author: Tony Moore
1988
AGR-184
Love me a cowboy. Yee haw! Saddle me up and ride!
What I don't love?
Smokers.
Nicotine is a hard stop for me. You enjoy it? Good for you. I do not.
Even though I smoked for ten years, I tried to quit from almost day one of it. That stuff is expensive and nasty. I had no idea what I was subjecting others to. It's in one's clothes, hair, bedding, furniture. It stains your teeth and robs you of your vitality. It restricts oxygen and blood flow which, guess what? That means your dick doesn't get as hard as it used to after awhile.
These days? If a smoker approaches me for fun, I walk the other way. I don't want to smell it and I don't want to taste it.
So, if blondie there were to hit on me? I'd say, sorry cowboy... you need to find yourself a different cowpoke!
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Steroid Madness II
Author: Roland Graeme
1988
AGR-185
So, as surprised as I was that this was the subject of a book in this genre, I'm even more so, now that we know there's a sequel.
Comparing the two covers, I must say - this one appears a tad kinkier. Initially I though he was in a doctor's office, but that barbell would beg to differ. Is this some kind of testing lab? And... exactly what is that man donning the rubber glove about to do? Well... I do hope the dude on all fours has prepared appropriately. That is not an activity one wants to do on the fly.
See? I told you there was a downside to steroids.
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Doctor Suck
Author: Peter R. Trax
1988
AGR-186
Yay! a pair of denim cut-offs! Some gay tropes simply never go out of style. You can 'daisy duke' me anytime. Not that I can wear them anymore. I think they look great on the young, though. So inappropriate and retro - like the embodiment of a living walking vintage gay porn cream dream.
Car fun? Oh, yes. Sign me up. Sucking of some dude in the front seat of a car? Amateur stuff. Fun, but super easy to do and get away with. Just be prepared for a slight bruise on your chest if there's a stick shift involved - and I'm not talking about the knob poking out of the other dude's 501's.
Also... for those of you who wish to host in your car? Clean that front seat and including the floor. I do not appreciate you using your car as a fast food garbage can.
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Playing Chicken
Author: Mark Andrews
1988
AGR-187
Playing chicken? Only if it's role play.
The real deal? Hard pass. I prefer a body that's been lived in.
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Southern Charmer
Author: Jodie Bishop
1988
AGR-188
In the eighties, I used to hang out with a real Southern charmer. He had terrible teeth but a killer hick accent. He was a friend of a friend and kind of a cute, thin blondie - not my thing.
But then, one time, at a dinner party, we found ourselves alone in the laundry room. He dropped his jeans, bent over and whetted my appetite. I fucked him, right there and then, and when it was over? We never spoke of it again.
Oddly, next dinner party? I got invited back.
He did not.
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Pent-up Passion
Author: Tony Moore
1988
AGR-189
According to a note on Hommi Publishing's Big Ass List, this is a detective story about a nude dancer who’s beaten up.
I've been with plenty of dancers. Beautiful bodies. But I've never been with an exotic dancer. Nor am I enticed enough to stuff their G-strings with cash.
I don't know. For me, they fall under the same category as gym bunnies and circuit boys. It's all too pumped up and oily for me. Just not my thing. While I never mind sharing... sometimes there are simply too many fingerprints involved.
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Punk Raped Cop
Author: Jeff Kincaid
1988
AGR-190
According to a note on Hommi Publishing's Big Ass List, this is an S&M novel.
S&M.
In a Madonna video? Hot.
In real life? NOT.
I don't know why, but for me, this is one kink where the reality never lives up to the hype of the fantasy. I love role playing. And I love being a sub to a dom. And on rare occasions, I have enjoyed playing the dom. But... it's a lot of dialogue with movement and props. I gave up theatre a while ago.
Besides... the lighting is rarely flattering.
Available as a downloadable PDF or ebook at Hommi Publishing.
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And that's all for now.
Next week: more great Adam's Gay Readers titles.
Until then... thanks for reading.
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1 comment:
That Jerry sure gets around! Waiting for VI - X. LOL
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