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In his book, "Tongue in Cheek and Other Places: A Seriously Humorous Look at Queer Life", humorist Kevin Isom takes on issues ranging from gay marriage (he says do it for the gifts) to show tunes (is there really a gene?) His take is humorous but upbeat. But Isom doesn't hesitate to skewer the absurd, like the Defense of Marriage Act (were we protecting marriage from Saddam Hussein?) and trends like chest shaving (can we talk trimmed, not shaved?)
In this follow-up to "Tongue in Cheek and Other Places", Isom takes a cue from his latest interest—couples dancing—and looks at queer life as a dance. From chapters like Couples Waltz (a mostly upbeat dance with occasional dips and unexpected turns) to Last Tango (when your dance partnership has exceeded its sell-by date), and from Lead or Follow (stereotypes just can’t boogie) to Queer as Polka (sometimes it’s just plain odd), Isom shows us a Dancin’ Queen who knows how to get into the gay groove. Both books are available direct online through Amazon: (click on the desired book) "Tongue in Cheek and Other Places", and "It Only Hurts When I Polka". Check out Kevin's latest hilarious columns online at "Las Vegas Bugle", and "Bay Windows."
 "Kevin Isom’s essays are sharp, astutely drawn observations on gay life and the human condition, in general… Often suddenly laugh-out-loud funny, sometimes surprisingly moving, always right on target. Whether you’re one of Kevin’s ‘dark and lovelies,’ or pale and thin, or just somewhere in between, you will recognize yourself in these pages.” Allan Neuwirth, Co-creator, Chelsea Boys syndicated comic strip “Kevin uses his keen sense of observation and razor-sharp wit to cut straight to the funny bone. Well, not exactly straight… He has a delicious knack for finding the humor, insight, and absurdity in his own life, the queer lifestyle, and the world at large. If you love to giggle, wheeze, and snort, I suggest you check him out.” Brad Purkey, Book Reviewer, The Liberty Press, Wichita, KansasKevin Isom's syndicated humor column, "Tongue in Cheek", appears in newspapers and magazines across the United States, and periodically in Australia and Canada. His essays, fiction and articles have appeared in numerous reviews and anthologies, including the Harvard Gay & Lesbian Review and others. Kevin may be reached via email at isomonline@aol.com.
Kevin recently finished a novel, titled "Like Fruit on the Vine," which he is currently shopping to publishers, and he is working on a follow up titled "Better Angels". He lives with Shelby and Miranda, two cats who think they're dogs.
Kevin's books can also be purchased from your local bookshop or online at:
Updated 2004
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