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SUMMARY:Sebastian J. Plata in Conversation with Lev A.C. Rosen (in person & live-streaming)
DESCRIPTION:Author Lev AC Rosen will be in conversation with Sebastian J. Plata\, whose recently-released first adult thriller\, Seeing Strangers\, was named one of LGTBTQ Reads’ and CrimeReads’ Most Anticipated Novels of 2022. Seeing Strangers is a stylish novel of obsession and social satire set in a world where sex is just a swipe away.  \nLife is going well for Greg Kelly. He’s married to the handsome and kind Cristian\, a Spanish-born artist who is also a talented cook. Greg’s work as a translator for an IT startup allows them to live comfortably in a stylish Bushwick two bedroom and enjoy just about all NYC has to offer—including sleeping with other men\, since Greg and Cristian’s marriage has been open for the past few years. This arrangement has been particularly appealing to Greg and his exceptional sexual appetite. Now approaching their mid-thirties\, fatherhood calls and they enlist a friend to act as surrogate.  \nIn order to focus on building a family\, Greg and Cristian decide to close up the marriage when the baby arrives. Greg is going to miss his hookups\, but at least he has the summer for one last hurrah. He methodically plans his hookups via Grindr and Tinder\, carefully coordinates train routes for quick lunchtime hookups\, and scouts potential candidates anywhere\, anytime\, like an old time Hollywood casting director.  \nAs their baby’s due date draws closer\, anxiety sets in over Greg’s impending parental responsibilities\, the loss of his sexual freedom\, and even his marriage to Cristian. But before he can sort out his feelings\, a spurned hook-up reappears—Russell\, an arrogant tv producer\, who had wanted a relationship with Greg. And the problem is\, Russell just won’t go away\, infiltrating himself into Greg’s life in the worst ways possible\, threatening his marriage and sanity. Greg is left asking\, what does it mean to find happiness but still crave more? \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nTo reserve a copy of Seeing Strangers (Agora Books\, 2022\, hardcover\, $26.99) please write to us at contact@bgsqd.com. \nThis event will take place in person at the Bureau of General Services—Queer Division\, on the second floor (room 210) of The LGBT Community Center\, 208 W. 13th St.\, NYC\, 10011. \nRegistration is not required. Seating is first come\, first served. \nAlso live-streaming on the Bureau’s YouTube channel \n  \nSafety protocol \nIn an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19: \nIf you have any symptoms associated with COVID-19 in the days leading up to the event\, we ask you to please stay home. \nPlease note that masks are required at all times inside The LGBT Community Center\, where the Bureau is located. \nSuggested donation $10 to benefit the Bureau’s work. \nAll are welcome to attend\, with or without donation. \nWe will pass a bag for donations at the start of the event\, but we can also take credit card donations at the register. \nSebastian J. Plata was born in Poland\, grew up in Chicago\, and spent most of his twenties in Tokyo. In addition to writing\, he also works in the subtitle translation industry. He is currently based in Brooklyn\, NY. Seeing Strangers is his first thriller. Find him online @sebastianjplata.  \nLev Rosen writes books for people of all ages\, most recently Camp\, which was a best book of the year from Forbes\, Elle\, and The Today Show\, amongst others and is a Lambda finalist\, an ALA Rainbow List Top Ten and is being adapted into a film directed by and starring Billy Porter. His next book\, Lavender House\, will be released fall of 2022. He lives in NYC with his husband and a very small cat. You can find him online at LevACRosen.com and @LevACRosen
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LOCATION:Bureau of General Services–Queer Division\, 208 West 13th Street\, Room 210\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
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