When you hear the name Ty Herndon, there are probably a few things that run through your mind, including country music, hit songs, tattoos, and queer country performer. You might not think author, but all of that has changed with the publication of his revelatory memoir “What Matters Most” (Dey Street Books, 2026). Herndon invites readers to share in his remarkable journey from childhood, to performing and country music stardom, to coming out and addiction struggles, and ultimately, achieving sobriety and finding true love.

To say that Russ Lopez loves his hometown of Boston would be an understatement. He is the author of nonfiction books—including The Hub of the Gay Universe, Boston 1945-2015, and Boston's South End, exploring how competing visions of community, development, and identity reshaped one of the city’s most complex neighborhoods. His books explore the interplay of community, identity, and place, weaving together history, personal narrative, and cultural insight.

Huge Ajax had two priorities when he walked into Crush House: win the competition and make sure people had a reason to watch. Preferably, he would do both. There would be no coy insistence that he was simply grateful for the experience. When the cast gathered to introduce themselves, he saw an opening and took it.

Check out our interview with Leslie Adame, the author of "Chloe Vega and the Missing Unseen."

The tone for the indie, queer coming-of-age “Mouse” (IFC), written by Kelly O’Sullivan (and co-directed by O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson), is set in the first seconds when the words “North Little Rock, Arkansas 2002” appear onscreen. With apologies to the natives and residents of the 25th state, it’s almost a warning to the audience that there might be some scenes or dialogue that could be considered unsuitable for some viewers.