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Published in 1975 by Godiva Publishing, *What Lesbians Do* assembles a diverse array of poems, prose, and artwork that celebrate lesbian sexuality and intimacy. The anthology showcases work by Marilyn Gayle Hoff, Pamela Lupe, Barbary Katherine, Wendy Mullen, and many other women, offering intimate perspectives on lesbian love and identity.
First publish date: 1975
Genre: Poetry/Love Poetry
Authors: Marilyn Gayle Hoff
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