Life's a Drag

Life's a Drag

Author: Janie Millman

Publisher: Canelo + ORM

Published: 2020-10-19

Total Pages: 418

ISBN-13: 1800322321

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There’s more to life than being fabulous... but it’s a start Roz and Jamie have moved to leafy Suffolk from London in search of a quiet life, so it’s a shock to find the village embarking on its riotous annual drag competition. Fuelled by large quantities of alcohol and boisterous community spirit, they are soon caught up in a battle for the identity of the village itself against those who’d prefer to stay stuck in the past. Meanwhile in San Francisco, Drew is facing his own challenge to save his drag club and the livelihoods of his closest friends. When he finds out about a small English village putting on a drag competition, inspiration strikes – and worlds collide. Appearances are not everything and sometimes human connections can surprise us, but will these realisations be too late to save the village and Drew’s club? A gorgeously fun, heartwarming and tender story of unexpected friendships and acceptance. 'This is like an edgy Jilly Cooper – lots of eccentric characters and a lot of fun!' Katie Fforde 'Truly terrific...I love this book' Judy Astley 'High jinks and high heels... Imagine The Archers in drag, with a huge heart and lots of laughs' Veronica Henry


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Download or read book Life's a Drag written by Janie Millman and published by Canelo + ORM. This book was released on 2020-10-19 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There’s more to life than being fabulous... but it’s a start Roz and Jamie have moved to leafy Suffolk from London in search of a quiet life, so it’s a shock to find the village embarking on its riotous annual drag competition. Fuelled by large quantities of alcohol and boisterous community spirit, they are soon caught up in a battle for the identity of the village itself against those who’d prefer to stay stuck in the past. Meanwhile in San Francisco, Drew is facing his own challenge to save his drag club and the livelihoods of his closest friends. When he finds out about a small English village putting on a drag competition, inspiration strikes – and worlds collide. Appearances are not everything and sometimes human connections can surprise us, but will these realisations be too late to save the village and Drew’s club? A gorgeously fun, heartwarming and tender story of unexpected friendships and acceptance. 'This is like an edgy Jilly Cooper – lots of eccentric characters and a lot of fun!' Katie Fforde 'Truly terrific...I love this book' Judy Astley 'High jinks and high heels... Imagine The Archers in drag, with a huge heart and lots of laughs' Veronica Henry

Life's Not Just a Drag

Life's Not Just a Drag

Author: Gary L. Alexander

Publisher: AuthorHouse

Published: 2013-03-26

Total Pages: 249

ISBN-13: 1481728342

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This book is about.wonderful hopes, and shattered dreams, the pain of growing up, and the pains of loosing family. It is about..what we think we cannot live through, but find we can. It is about conquering our mind and changing to what God wants us to be. It is about those things that we can conquer in life and how to be proud of those accomplishments, but more important it is what we can be if we do not give up. This life is not easy! What seems today as the worst day in our life, tomorrow just becomes a memory. I am so glad I did not give up during those difficult times. It is a story of redemption and salvation. It is a story of tragedy and triumph, of despair and being able to overcome what looks to be hopeless!He has been an accomplished survivor for over 70 years. He went from early family tragedy and low self-worth, to marriages and divorces, children, the military, dark days, the cheers of thousands as a female impersonator, singer, dancer, M.C., comedian, and stripper, to alcoholism and the very sexual 60s and 70s, and finally the humbleness of Gods Grace.


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Download or read book Life's Not Just a Drag written by Gary L. Alexander and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2013-03-26 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is about.wonderful hopes, and shattered dreams, the pain of growing up, and the pains of loosing family. It is about..what we think we cannot live through, but find we can. It is about conquering our mind and changing to what God wants us to be. It is about those things that we can conquer in life and how to be proud of those accomplishments, but more important it is what we can be if we do not give up. This life is not easy! What seems today as the worst day in our life, tomorrow just becomes a memory. I am so glad I did not give up during those difficult times. It is a story of redemption and salvation. It is a story of tragedy and triumph, of despair and being able to overcome what looks to be hopeless!He has been an accomplished survivor for over 70 years. He went from early family tragedy and low self-worth, to marriages and divorces, children, the military, dark days, the cheers of thousands as a female impersonator, singer, dancer, M.C., comedian, and stripper, to alcoholism and the very sexual 60s and 70s, and finally the humbleness of Gods Grace.

Diary of a Drag Queen

Diary of a Drag Queen

Author: Crystal Rasmussen

Publisher: Random House

Published: 2019-02-07

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13: 1473560497

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Longlisted for the Polari First Book Prize 2020 Life's a drag... Why not be a queen? 'Stories like the one where you shagged a 79-year-old builder and knocked over his sister's ashes while feeding him a Viagra. Or the time you crashed your car because you were giving a hand job in barely moving traffic and took your eye off the car in front. That's the kind of dinner-party ice-breaker I'm talking about.' Northern, working-class and shagging men three times her age, Crystal writes candidly about her search for 'the one'; sleeping with a VIP in an attempt to become a world famous journalist; getting hired and fired by a well-known fashion magazine; being torn between losing weight and gorging on KFC; and her need for constant sexual satisfaction (and where that takes her). Charting her day-to-day adventures over the course of a year, we encounter tucks, twists and sucks, heinous overspending and endless nights spent sprinting from problem to problem in a full face of make-up. This is a place where the previously unspeakable becomes the commendable - a unique portrayal of the queer experience. (c) 2019, Crystal Rasmussen (P) 2019 Penguin Audio


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Download or read book Diary of a Drag Queen written by Crystal Rasmussen and published by Random House. This book was released on 2019-02-07 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Longlisted for the Polari First Book Prize 2020 Life's a drag... Why not be a queen? 'Stories like the one where you shagged a 79-year-old builder and knocked over his sister's ashes while feeding him a Viagra. Or the time you crashed your car because you were giving a hand job in barely moving traffic and took your eye off the car in front. That's the kind of dinner-party ice-breaker I'm talking about.' Northern, working-class and shagging men three times her age, Crystal writes candidly about her search for 'the one'; sleeping with a VIP in an attempt to become a world famous journalist; getting hired and fired by a well-known fashion magazine; being torn between losing weight and gorging on KFC; and her need for constant sexual satisfaction (and where that takes her). Charting her day-to-day adventures over the course of a year, we encounter tucks, twists and sucks, heinous overspending and endless nights spent sprinting from problem to problem in a full face of make-up. This is a place where the previously unspeakable becomes the commendable - a unique portrayal of the queer experience. (c) 2019, Crystal Rasmussen (P) 2019 Penguin Audio

Life is Drag

Life is Drag

Author: Patruni Sastry

Publisher: Ukiyoto Publishing

Published: 2023-09-09

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13: 9359206784

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In the captivating memoir “Life is Drag, Sas It Up,” Patruni Chidananda Sastry unveils a deeply personal and transformative journey that seamlessly weaves together art, identity, and activism. From the stages of classical dance to the vibrant world of drag, Patruni’s story is an intricate tapestry of self-discovery, resilience, and unyielding determination. At the heart of the narrative lies the exploration of gender and sexuality in a society that often confines these expressions within rigid norms. Patruni’s journey begins with the discovery of dance at a young age, and his unique dance style, “Expressionism,” becomes a canvas for conveying powerful stories of social awareness. As he navigates the world of classical dance, Patruni is inspired to bridge the gap between the corporate world and the realm of art, redefining data visualization and storytelling in innovative ways. The memoir takes readers on a remarkable journey through Patruni’s evolution as a drag artist, adopting the persona of Suffocated Art Specimen (S.A.S). Through S.A.S, Patruni challenges conventional drag norms, reimagining Tranimal Drag Art with an Indian perspective. His performances become a vehicle for social commentary, addressing intersectional discrimination, gender biases, and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. As an activist, Patruni’s narrative is a testament to the power of art to effect change. He shares his experiences of using dance, drag, and street performances to ignite conversations about LGBTQ+ inclusion, challenging societal norms, and inspiring genuine empathy. From his collaboration with NGOs to his unique approach in corporate spaces, Patruni’s work becomes a catalyst for meaningful transformation. “Life is Drag, Sas It Up” goes beyond a personal journey, delving into the complexities of identity and the resilience needed to navigate a world that often misunderstands and marginalizes. Patruni’s story serves as an inspiration to those who strive to be their authentic selves, regardless of the challenges they face. Through his unwavering commitment to advocacy and art, Patruni Chidananda Sastry delivers a moving memoir that urges readers to embrace their own sassy spirit and work towards a more inclusive world.


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Download or read book Life is Drag written by Patruni Sastry and published by Ukiyoto Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-09 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the captivating memoir “Life is Drag, Sas It Up,” Patruni Chidananda Sastry unveils a deeply personal and transformative journey that seamlessly weaves together art, identity, and activism. From the stages of classical dance to the vibrant world of drag, Patruni’s story is an intricate tapestry of self-discovery, resilience, and unyielding determination. At the heart of the narrative lies the exploration of gender and sexuality in a society that often confines these expressions within rigid norms. Patruni’s journey begins with the discovery of dance at a young age, and his unique dance style, “Expressionism,” becomes a canvas for conveying powerful stories of social awareness. As he navigates the world of classical dance, Patruni is inspired to bridge the gap between the corporate world and the realm of art, redefining data visualization and storytelling in innovative ways. The memoir takes readers on a remarkable journey through Patruni’s evolution as a drag artist, adopting the persona of Suffocated Art Specimen (S.A.S). Through S.A.S, Patruni challenges conventional drag norms, reimagining Tranimal Drag Art with an Indian perspective. His performances become a vehicle for social commentary, addressing intersectional discrimination, gender biases, and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. As an activist, Patruni’s narrative is a testament to the power of art to effect change. He shares his experiences of using dance, drag, and street performances to ignite conversations about LGBTQ+ inclusion, challenging societal norms, and inspiring genuine empathy. From his collaboration with NGOs to his unique approach in corporate spaces, Patruni’s work becomes a catalyst for meaningful transformation. “Life is Drag, Sas It Up” goes beyond a personal journey, delving into the complexities of identity and the resilience needed to navigate a world that often misunderstands and marginalizes. Patruni’s story serves as an inspiration to those who strive to be their authentic selves, regardless of the challenges they face. Through his unwavering commitment to advocacy and art, Patruni Chidananda Sastry delivers a moving memoir that urges readers to embrace their own sassy spirit and work towards a more inclusive world.

Dragging

Dragging

Author: Shaka McGlotten

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-08-18

Total Pages: 211

ISBN-13: 1317279271

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Dragging: Or, In the Drag of a Queer Life is an assemblage of fragments that collectively tell stories about a diverse group of artists and activists for whom drag serves as inspiration, method, object, and aim. Methodologically grounded in ethnography, Dragging incorporates auto-theoretical material that lays bare the intimacies of research, teaching, and loving, as well as their painful failures. Drag is more than gender impersonation, and it is more than resistance to norms. It is productively messy and ambivalent, and in these and other ways can serve to attune us to political and aesthetic alternatives to the increasingly widespread desire to be led. One of very few books about drag by an anthropologist, and using a uniquely personal approach, Dragging is an ethnography of artists and activists.


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Download or read book Dragging written by Shaka McGlotten and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-08-18 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dragging: Or, In the Drag of a Queer Life is an assemblage of fragments that collectively tell stories about a diverse group of artists and activists for whom drag serves as inspiration, method, object, and aim. Methodologically grounded in ethnography, Dragging incorporates auto-theoretical material that lays bare the intimacies of research, teaching, and loving, as well as their painful failures. Drag is more than gender impersonation, and it is more than resistance to norms. It is productively messy and ambivalent, and in these and other ways can serve to attune us to political and aesthetic alternatives to the increasingly widespread desire to be led. One of very few books about drag by an anthropologist, and using a uniquely personal approach, Dragging is an ethnography of artists and activists.

Life as a Unicorn: A Journey from Shame to Pride and Everything in Between

Life as a Unicorn: A Journey from Shame to Pride and Everything in Between

Author: Amrou Al-Kadhi

Publisher: HarperCollins UK

Published: 2020-06-09

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 000839038X

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A heart-breaking and hilarious memoir about the author’s fight to be true to themself WINNER OF THE POLARI FIRST BOOK PRIZE 2020 WINNER OF A SOMERSET MAUGHAM AWARD


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Download or read book Life as a Unicorn: A Journey from Shame to Pride and Everything in Between written by Amrou Al-Kadhi and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2020-06-09 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A heart-breaking and hilarious memoir about the author’s fight to be true to themself WINNER OF THE POLARI FIRST BOOK PRIZE 2020 WINNER OF A SOMERSET MAUGHAM AWARD

After Hours

After Hours

Author: Jerry Farley

Publisher: CreateSpace

Published: 2015-10-16

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 9781518657276

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An introverted performer, with no family and few friends to care for her, is found murdered in her dressing room and no one is talking. With no leads, the police have given up on finding the killer. It seems that the case may go unsolved until Richard (Dick) Saunders is brought in on the case. Unable to get over the loss of his one true love, the case brings back old memories and heartbreak. Through the twists and turns of the investigation, secrets are uncovered that change everything for Saunders and his juggling act of intrigue. Dick's new attorney, Peter, is thrown into this brand new world. His unknown ties to Dick's past could compromise everything Dick holds dear. With danger lurking all around Dick, Peter and Ruby (the plucky if not sociopathic Office Manager), old promises begin weighing on him. Dick's carefully spun web of broken truths and half lies is in danger of crashing down at any moment. Dick tries to keep his word and protect those closest to him, but who will protect Dick from himself?


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Download or read book After Hours written by Jerry Farley and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-10-16 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introverted performer, with no family and few friends to care for her, is found murdered in her dressing room and no one is talking. With no leads, the police have given up on finding the killer. It seems that the case may go unsolved until Richard (Dick) Saunders is brought in on the case. Unable to get over the loss of his one true love, the case brings back old memories and heartbreak. Through the twists and turns of the investigation, secrets are uncovered that change everything for Saunders and his juggling act of intrigue. Dick's new attorney, Peter, is thrown into this brand new world. His unknown ties to Dick's past could compromise everything Dick holds dear. With danger lurking all around Dick, Peter and Ruby (the plucky if not sociopathic Office Manager), old promises begin weighing on him. Dick's carefully spun web of broken truths and half lies is in danger of crashing down at any moment. Dick tries to keep his word and protect those closest to him, but who will protect Dick from himself?

Drag Teen

Drag Teen

Author: Jeffery Self

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2016-04-26

Total Pages: 233

ISBN-13: 0545829941

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When life's a drag, you've gotta drag it up. JT feels like his life's hit a dead end. It looks like he'll always be stuck in Florida. His parents are anti-supportive. And his boyfriend, Seth, seems to be moving toward a bright future a long way from home.Scholarship money is nonexistent. After-school work will only get JT so far. There's only one shot for him -- to become the next Miss Drag Teen in New York City.The problem with that? Well, the only other time JT tried drag (at a school talent show), he was booed off the stage. And it's not exactly an easy drive from Florida to New York. But JT isn't going to give up. He, Seth, and their friend Heather are going to drag race up north so JT can capture the crown, no matter how many feisty foes he has to face. Because when your future is on the line, you have to be in it to win it, one fraught and fabulous step at a time.


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Download or read book Drag Teen written by Jeffery Self and published by Scholastic Inc.. This book was released on 2016-04-26 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When life's a drag, you've gotta drag it up. JT feels like his life's hit a dead end. It looks like he'll always be stuck in Florida. His parents are anti-supportive. And his boyfriend, Seth, seems to be moving toward a bright future a long way from home.Scholarship money is nonexistent. After-school work will only get JT so far. There's only one shot for him -- to become the next Miss Drag Teen in New York City.The problem with that? Well, the only other time JT tried drag (at a school talent show), he was booed off the stage. And it's not exactly an easy drive from Florida to New York. But JT isn't going to give up. He, Seth, and their friend Heather are going to drag race up north so JT can capture the crown, no matter how many feisty foes he has to face. Because when your future is on the line, you have to be in it to win it, one fraught and fabulous step at a time.

Drag Queens at the 801 Cabaret

Drag Queens at the 801 Cabaret

Author: Leila J. Rupp

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 2015-10-02

Total Pages: 275

ISBN-13: 022633645X

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It's Saturday night in Key West and the Girlie Show is about to begin at the 801 Cabaret. The girls have been outside on the sidewalk all evening, seducing passersby into coming in for the show. The club itself is packed tonight and smoke has filled the room. When the lights finally go down, statuesque blonds and stunning brunettes sporting black leather miniskirts, stiletto heels, and see-through lingerie take the stage. En Vogue's "Free Your Mind" blares on the house stereo. The crowd roars in approval. In this lively book, Leila J. Rupp and Verta Taylor take us on an entertaining tour through one of America's most overlooked subcultures: the world of the drag queen. They offer a penetrating glimpse into the lives of the 801 Girls, the troupe of queens who perform nightly at the 801 Cabaret for tourists and locals. Weaving together their fascinating life stories, their lavish costumes and eclectic music, their flamboyance and bitchiness, and their bawdy exchanges with one another and their audiences, the authors explore how drag queens smash the boundaries between gay and straight, man and woman, to make people think more deeply and realistically about sex and gender in America today. They also consider how the queens create a space that encourages camaraderie and acceptance among everyday people, no matter what their sexual preferences might be. Based on countless interviews with more than a dozen drag queens, more than three years of attendance at their outrageous performances, and even the authors' participation in the shows themselves, Drag Queens at the 801 Cabaret is a witty and poignant portrait of gay life and culture. When they said life is a cabaret, they clearly meant the 801.


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Download or read book Drag Queens at the 801 Cabaret written by Leila J. Rupp and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2015-10-02 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's Saturday night in Key West and the Girlie Show is about to begin at the 801 Cabaret. The girls have been outside on the sidewalk all evening, seducing passersby into coming in for the show. The club itself is packed tonight and smoke has filled the room. When the lights finally go down, statuesque blonds and stunning brunettes sporting black leather miniskirts, stiletto heels, and see-through lingerie take the stage. En Vogue's "Free Your Mind" blares on the house stereo. The crowd roars in approval. In this lively book, Leila J. Rupp and Verta Taylor take us on an entertaining tour through one of America's most overlooked subcultures: the world of the drag queen. They offer a penetrating glimpse into the lives of the 801 Girls, the troupe of queens who perform nightly at the 801 Cabaret for tourists and locals. Weaving together their fascinating life stories, their lavish costumes and eclectic music, their flamboyance and bitchiness, and their bawdy exchanges with one another and their audiences, the authors explore how drag queens smash the boundaries between gay and straight, man and woman, to make people think more deeply and realistically about sex and gender in America today. They also consider how the queens create a space that encourages camaraderie and acceptance among everyday people, no matter what their sexual preferences might be. Based on countless interviews with more than a dozen drag queens, more than three years of attendance at their outrageous performances, and even the authors' participation in the shows themselves, Drag Queens at the 801 Cabaret is a witty and poignant portrait of gay life and culture. When they said life is a cabaret, they clearly meant the 801.

Faux Queen

Faux Queen

Author: Monique Jenkinson

Publisher: Bywater Books

Published: 2022-01-25

Total Pages: 341

ISBN-13: 1612942229

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Faux Queen: A Life in Drag is the memoir of a ballet-obsessed girl who moves to San Francisco from the suburbs and finds her people at the drag club. It joyously chronicles Monique Jenkinson’s creation of her drag persona Fauxnique, the people and cultural practices that crash her identity into being, her journey through one of the most experimental moments in queer cultural history, and her rise through the nightlife underground to become the first cisgender woman crowned as a major pageant-winning drag queen. Jenkinson finds authenticity through the glee of drag artifice and articulation through the immediacy of performing bodies. She pens a valentine to gay men and their culture while relaying the making of an open-minded feminist and queer ally. Faux Queen finds deep healing in irreverence and posits that it might be possible for us to come together in fabulous difference on the dance floor.


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Download or read book Faux Queen written by Monique Jenkinson and published by Bywater Books. This book was released on 2022-01-25 with total page 341 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Faux Queen: A Life in Drag is the memoir of a ballet-obsessed girl who moves to San Francisco from the suburbs and finds her people at the drag club. It joyously chronicles Monique Jenkinson’s creation of her drag persona Fauxnique, the people and cultural practices that crash her identity into being, her journey through one of the most experimental moments in queer cultural history, and her rise through the nightlife underground to become the first cisgender woman crowned as a major pageant-winning drag queen. Jenkinson finds authenticity through the glee of drag artifice and articulation through the immediacy of performing bodies. She pens a valentine to gay men and their culture while relaying the making of an open-minded feminist and queer ally. Faux Queen finds deep healing in irreverence and posits that it might be possible for us to come together in fabulous difference on the dance floor.