Congratulations are in order for our fantastic author, Dr. Martin Patrick, after his wonderful contemporary novel 'Love Both Ways' was longlisted for the Polari First Book Prize 2017! 

'Love Both Ways' was chosen as one of 12 books in contention for this year’s award, which recognises a writer whose first book explores the LGBT experience, whether in poetry, prose, fiction or non-fiction. The longlist for the Polari First Book Prize was announced on Tuesday 6th June at the Polari Literary Salon in London’s Southbank Centre. The shortlist of up to six titles will be announced on 31st July 2017 at a special Polari Literary Salon hosted at the Southbank Centre.

Good luck Martin!