Exploring the Depths of M/M Romance with Author Blake Allwood

Joe Federico interviews Blake Allwood, an author known for his contributions to LGBT literature, particularly in romance and horror. They discuss the importance of social media in connecting the fragmented gay community, the growth of the Facebook group 'Gay Men Loving Gay Books', and Blake's journey to becoming a writer. Blake shares insights on marketing LGBTQ books, the evolution of his author persona, and his unique writing process, emphasizing the role of community and support in his success. In this engaging conversation, Joe Federico and Blake Allwood explore the complexities of M.M. Romance, its cultural implications, and the evolving landscape of LGBTQ+ literature. They discuss the intersection of feminism and M.M. Romance, the dynamics of audience engagement, and the importance of representation in literature. The conversation also touches on the influence of notable authors like Christopher Rice and the necessity for more literature that addresses the needs of young gay males. Throughout, they emphasize the collective effort within the writing community to foster inclusivity and support for diverse voices. www.blakeallwood.com @authorblakeallwood Welcome to Pride and Promotion a marketing podcast specifically tailored for the LGBTQ Community. Where you are a business owner, community organizer, volunteer, or just like to help get the word out about people, places and things in our LGBTQ space, this podcast will help you learn tactics or meet people that are getting it done. Host Joe Federico has been doing marketing and specifically social media marketing for over 10 years after his previous life working in journalism and print media. His company J. Federico Marketing helps clients learn the art of using social media to their advantage as well offering services to automate the process for you. Be sure to check out the website at www.jfedericomarketing.com and tune in every week to the Pride and Promotion Podcast. Thank you for listening to Left of Str8 Podcasts, Produced by Scott Fullerton. Since 2015, Left of Str8 Podcasts was created for the LGBTQ Community and our Straight Allies. Subscribe on your favorite distributor so you never miss an episode. You can also click the bell icon to be notified when new episodes are available. The video podcasts are on YouTube and Spotify, and the audio podcast is available at all major distributors including: iTunes, iHeart Radio, GoodPods, Amazon Music, Audible, and more. If you like us, please give our episodes a 5 star rating so more people will find them in the Algorithm.