5 Works of Queer Poetry for National Poetry Month
As chosen by staff at Philly AIDS Thrift @ Giovanni's Room.
Staff members at Philly AIDS Thrift @ Giovanni’s Room share their favorite new reads available at our iconic LGBT bookstore. Today, Manager—and published poet—Alan Chelak gives us a list of his favorite works of queer poetry to read in honor of National Poetry Month.
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