Swag Tuesday

Courtesy of the publisher and Popular Publicity today's Swag Tuesday prize is Gay In America, the coffee table book out today from noted photographer Scott Pasfield.

In this first-ever photographic survey of gay men in America, stereotypes are laid to rest and an intimate, honest picture of contemporary gay life is revealed through stunning personal portraits and narratives. Photographer Scott Pasfield traveled 54,000 miles across all fifty states over a two-year span gathering stories and documenting the lives of 140 gay men from all walks of life. At turns joyful and somber, reflective and celebratory, each narrative and image is an enlightening look into the variety of gay life in the United States. Their commonality draws from a single shared trait: their homosexuality. These are men who are attracted to men, and have chosen not to disguise that truth. For many, there have been harsh consequences to this decision, but also deep rewards. The message that prevails is one of great hope that true equality is close within our reach, if only we would grasp it.

Gay In America is available beginning today at the nation's booksellers and online. Enter to win your copy by commenting on this post. Only enter once and please remember to leave your email address in the text of your comment. Entries close at midnight on Thursday, west coast time. Publicists: If you'd like to take part in Swag Tuesday on JMG, please email me.

RELATED: I'll be hosting a book release event for Gay In America at the Tribeca Barnes & Noble at 7pm on Friday, October 21st. Author Scott Pasfield will be there with a slideshow presentation on the making of his book. And I'm told some of the subjects will be on hand too!