Becoming Men

Becoming Men offers stories about four college boys who share a common need: love from another young man. In "East Beach," Ian, a lifeguard, is forced to confront his hidden attraction to males when he's teamed for the summer with Kevin, a co-worker who stirs Ian's desire. Can Ian summon the courage to explore his sexuality? In "Angel from Asuncion," Jordy, a homesick college freshman, pursues affection from his Paraguayan roommate, Ariel. Can Jordy convince Ariel to abandon his vow of celibacy? Can their friendship ripen into something more? In "Aaron Sickles And Me," a promiscuous gym rat named Andy lusts for his fellow body-builder, conservative Aaron Sickles. Will Andy give up his omnivorous sex life, in order to win Aaron's love? And in "My Best Friend Zeke," a gay sophomore named Johnny, who's tired of one-night stands, gets the surprise of his life while helping his best friend Zeke crew a sailboat from the Bahamas to Florida. Zeke's handsome cousin Paul is also on board for the trip. Is there a reason Zeke brings Paul and Johnny together? . Life isn't always about getting what we want, but each of these boys somehow manages to find what he needs. Follow their transitions to manhood in the pages of Becoming Men.