Welcome to Alyson Books



As publisher I’m proud to lead the world's oldest and largest publisher of LGBT literature into an exciting new era. Since 1980 Alyson has been the home of award-winning books in the areas of memoir, history, humor, commercial fiction, mystery, and erotica, among many others. While I'm committed to honoring this distinguished past by bringing out new books in these popular areas, I’m equally committed to expanding our list to include more serious nonfiction—particularly in the areas of current affairs, politics, self-help, and autobiography—as well as literary fiction and works by today's most respected LGBT authors. Alyson Books strives to speak to the diverse, ever-changing concerns and interests of LGBT people everywhere. I invite you to explore our Web site and to share with us your comments about our books.

Sincerely,
Don Weise
publisher@alyson.com

Outsiders The Best of Out Magazine

Outsiders: The Best of Out Magazine


A who’s who of contemporary gay and lesbian journalism, Outsiders showcases the best writing from the world’s most widely read gay magazine.
The Silver Hearted: A Novel

The Silver Hearted: A Novel


A darkly suspenseful sea-faring novel that turns pulp fiction on its head with writing so gorgeous author Edmund White calls it "our Heart of Darkness."
Shovel It

Shovel It


Combining the compassionate wisdom of Eckardt Tolle with the humorous straight talk of Karen Salmansohn, a perfect convergence of global timing and human message.


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