Why this continuing interest in a gay, provincial French writer who became so embittered that he tried to destroy all of his work?

I think there is no question that books by gay writers are being read by a wide and diverse audience.

Secondly, Lathom may be considered among the first gay writers.

The best gay writers have not regretted doubleness but taken it as a literary challenge.

Recently a number of gay writers have found it quite appealing.

There were a number of talented gay conservative writers working their way through the ranks.

And most significant, several of the prominent gay conservative writers have broken, often bitterly, with their former soul mates.

African-Americans "support their authors and stores, even a book signing by gay black writers," he said.

"Now, gay writers are bringing a unique and very funny viewpoint to television, and people seem to like it."