Blurb
“A Life in Letters” is a poignant and candid memoir by Rodney Rhoda Taylor. That delves into the depths of sexual identity, individuality, love, and resilience. Through heartfelt letters, Taylor chronicles his journey from childhood innocence to adulthood complexities. He explores his battles with societal expectations, his quest for self-acceptance, and the bittersweet path of discovering love in its many forms.
This collection of letters provides an intimate look at the author's experiences with coming out, grappling with depression, and ultimately finding hope and inner peace. Each letter offers readers a chance to reflect on their own lives, making this memoir not just a story. Of one man's life, but a universal testament to the power of vulnerability and the strength of the human spirit.
Excerpt
deer Santa,
how are you? how are rain deer? how is Rudoff? i hope you and elfs okay.
Mummy say i write you so you know what i want for Christmas. i hope okay. i want a babee go by by, raggy andy, a big wheel, and a tedy bear.
merry christmas,
luv you
Note:
I didn't include the salutation or closing in the sentence count.
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My (positive) review of this brief memoir for Gay Book Promotions will be available here on Readers Roost on August 23. Be there!
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