Blue Veiled Boys

By Isaac Alferos

In "Blue Veiled Boys," Alferos takes readers on an extraordinary journey through the complexities of their life as a Queer, Black, plus-size survivor. This unique memoir is a powerful anthology of poetry and prose that delves deep into the intricacies of identity, love, and the quest for self-acceptance.

Through a series of vivid and emotionally charged narratives, the author explores the healing power of sexuality, revealing how intimacy became a profound act of self-discovery and personal growth. Each poem and story is a window into the author's world, where love is not found in fleeting encounters but in the hard-won lessons of embracing their true self.

"Blue Veiled Boys" is a literary tour de force that defies convention, inviting readers to replace the politics of queer representation with a celebration of lean, raw humanness. This memoir is not just a story; it is a testament to the strength of the human soul and a rallying cry for greater understanding, empathy, and love. It is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the intricacies of identity and the transformative power of self-acceptance.

"Blue Veiled Boys" is a bold and unforgettable work that will leave readers with a profound sense of connection and a renewed appreciation for the multifaceted tapestry of human experience.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Lulu.com
• Release date: Nov 21, 2023
• ISBN: 9781304979681

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Isaac Alferos

Blue Veiled Boys

Copyright © 2023 by Isaac Alferos

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To the Blue Veiled Boys unseen

Contents

Preface

I. ONE

1. Closet Confessions

2. Grindr

3. Mockingbirds

II. TWO

4. Ugh, not the white ones too

5. Giovanni

6. Missexualizing the Gay Best friend

III. THREE

7. Men

8. Tank, I love you

9. Love Story

10. Ballot Box Sell Outs

IV. FOUR

11. How to Fornicate

12. Pleasure for Pleasure’s Sake

13. Blue Veils

Preface

Blue Veiled Boys aren’t imaginary,

we aren’t even hiding.

Sought after, aspired towards, desired for,

cursed at, spat on,

forgotten but never seen.

Take things in stride

is a survival call;

our nursery rhyme.

Leave it at home

is our battle cry;

our empty affirmation;

our paltry prescription.

In your gaze, we are reviled.

And yet empowered

For we are the only ones who know you

and the only ones who’ve learned

what it costs to love you.

I

One