“Why do I write? I write because I have to, because it is all I know, because it is my truth, because I am compelled, because I am driven to make the world acknowledge that women like me exist, and we possess a dangerous wisdom.”
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Patrick Califia
Patrick Califia, born in 1954, is an American writer known for his works in sex literature and LGBTQ+ rights. His works often focus on marginalized and overlooked groups, delving into themes of sex, power, and identity. more
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