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Written in the Stars

Bailey McMillan’s life is a mess. The general public blames him for his former employer’s nuclear pollution, resulting in professional disgrace. Humiliated, he takes a job as an editor at a science magazine run by his best friend, John. That part isn’t so bad; Bailey is fond of John, who seems to find Bailey’s abrasive nature amusing.

Unfortunately, working for John also leads to writing an astrology column in exchange for getting free rein in some op-ed articles—and then being sued over one. The (totally coincidental) accuracy of the column offers opportunity for further professional disgrace if anyone discovers its author—and then Bailey digs himself a little deeper.

In an attempt to prove astrology is bogus, he agrees to an experiment to date someone from each star sign. As if that wasn’t bad enough, Bailey’s got a stupid crush on John, who stubbornly insists on a detailed breakdown of every date—bad and otherwise. Bailey’s luck has to improve sometime… right?


Relationships 201

Stephan Burke's relationship with Eric has hit a rough patch, and they can't seem to reconnect after their summer apart. Despite being good together, Stephan feels something undefinable is missing. Now starting grad school, he's meeting up with old friends who offer not-so-sage-advice, rediscovering how much time schoolwork consumes, and—Eric aside—crushing hard on the professor he works for.
Professor Jeffrey Tegan is new to campus and eager to befriend his TA. Jeff turns out to be almost everything Stephan has ever wanted in a man: he's smart, outdoorsy, likes music, and is smokin' hot. Only Jeff is just getting over his recent divorce, and Stephan has no reason to think Jeff is anything other than totally straight. He knows his crush on his professor is clichéd and ridiculous, but he's not fulfilled by what he has with Eric... is it so unreasonable to want more?

Length: Novel
Genre: Contemporary 

Reviewer: Daisiemae
Review: Jan 5, 2011
Genre(s): GLBTQ, M/M
Relationships 201 is the first book I’ve read by Alix Bekins and it definitely won’t be my last! I’m always on the lookout to discover new authors for me, and so when I noticed that this book was up to be reviewed, I immediately jumped at the chance to read it. Not only did I love the easy style of writing this author has, I found myself deeply involved with all the characters in this novel.

An Academic Dilemma
m/m, contemporary, BDSM
Page Count:  87
 
Art history student Rodrigo is in the middle of a busy semester when he literally runs into a sexy librarian. He and Ian discover they have more in common than just instant attraction and friendship; there's a kinky element to their affair they both enjoy. But Rodrigo is also drawn to Professor Daniel Sullivan, and he just can't shake the desire he feels for the older man.
 
The end of the term reveals a few surprising secrets about both objects of Rodrigo's desires, and while he's thrilled by the games of trust and passion with Ian, it's fantasies of Daniel dominating him that are setting Rodrigo on fire.

Near Life Experience

All it takes is one fateful phone call to change David's life: His ex-boyfriend is HIV-positive. Thinking back, it's all too easy to conclude he may have been exposed.

With the support of his best friend Jason, David goes for testing, and the two weeks waiting for his results are a painful exercise in what ifs and what nows with only Jason – steady, calm, comforting Jason – to serve as a lifeline.

There's no way to know what will happen. But David comes to realize that living is precious, and choosing the right person to love can help you make the best of the life you have. 

Reviewer: Roza
Review: Dec 7, 2008
Genre(s): GLBTQ
Near-Life Experience starts with the disaster and gets better from there. David gets a call from and old friend, Scott, who tells David that Scott has tested positive for HIV. Problem is, Scott was David’s first lover, and they didn’t always use protection. David’s best friend Jason proves his worth, getting David through the rest of the day, home, and to the clinic a few days

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