The Gay Ass Book Club

Travis Warman, a Tucson-based pharmacist, husband, dad, and novelist, joins Jameel Mayers for a conversation about queer crime fiction, becoming a better writer, and figuring out who you’re actually writing for. Travis talks about his first novel, The Quiet Man , and why he now sees it as an important learning experience—one that helped him understand structure, feedback, and the difference betwee...

Meet Angelica Martinez, our latest Gay Ass Book Club Author Spotlight. Angelica writes at the intersection of queer identity, culture, neurodivergence, horror, and folklore. In our conversation, we explore the personal experiences that shaped her Living La Vida Loba series, the evolution of quinceañera traditions, and how autism, ADHD, and bipolar disorder have influenced both her life and her cre...

Strap in because Tobias Madden, author of "Wrong Answers Only" and now "Quite the Pair," just took us on a wild ride from cruising the world to navigating the wild waters of social media. He spills all about the joys, struggles, and epiphanies of being a modern author in a swipe-right world. In this episode: How social media transformed Tobias from a cruise ship dancer to a published author The re...

Ever wonder what it takes to turn personal stories into a literary revolution? Drew Banks spills the tea on writing authentic queer characters, navigating the indie publishing world, and the power of storytelling to bridge communities. Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe feel a little inspired! In this episode: Drew shares how his debut novel "Able Was I" challenged stereotypical gay narratives a...

Ever wondered how a singer-songwriter becomes a published novelist? Join us as Stephen Gellman explains how a festival encounter and a love of tea sparked his literary journey. Plus, insights into his upcoming trilogy "Somewhere and Nowhere" and the secret sauce of blending music with storytelling. In this episode: How accidental meetings can unleash your creative potential The story behind the in...

Ever wonder how an introverted guy from Manchester started writing a trilogy that’s not just about being gay but also dives into the deep stuff like love, heartbreak, and philosophy? Buckle up! We're chatting with Jayson, an author, traveler, and future Ian McKellen fan, about his series, travel stories, and practical advice for writers. In this episode: Jayson introduces himself, shares his globa...

This episode is the why behind the Gay Ass Book Club . It starts with how this idea came together, the gap it’s meant to fill, and why queer stories still struggle to get the same space, attention, and longevity as everyone else’s. This isn’t about assigned reading or academic breakdowns. It’s about books we actually want to talk about, authors who deserve real visibility, and readers who want com...