Books like B-boy blues by James Earl Hardy
James Earl Hardy’s debut, B‑Boy Blues, presents a vivid portrait of African‑American gay men in New York City. The story balances humor, romance, and raw authenticity to chart their personal and communal experiences in an urban setting.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: LGBTQ+ Fiction/Gay Fiction
Authors: James Earl Hardy
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