The Immortals and Other Tales — V.J. Banis / Victor J. Banis

Edgy. Controversial. Thoughtful. Brilliant.There are a lot of adjectives that have been used over the decades to describe the writings of Victor J. Banis. From his start in gay fiction, to forays into other genres such as mystery and horror, Banis' unique voice has brought to life a myriad of characters and creatures, excitement and entertainment, as well as the trials and tribulations of love between both gay and straight couples. Gathered here are stories spanning more than five decades of Banis' incredible career, including Broken Record, his first story to ever be published.From start to finish, this collection demonstrates why Publisher's Weekly declared that Victor Banis has the master's touch in storytelling.The really top-notch writers are rare birds indeed, but their works merit rereading again and again. Victor Banis is definitely a member of this exclusive club... author Robert Reginald