genre

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Tierney understands the book’s intense enthusiasts and the modern men-loving-men genre, which evolved from the Boys Love fandom that originated in 1970s Japanese culture and has persisted in contemporary media with fanfiction and romance writing.

From Salon

He has embraced his nickname 'Heavy Metal', originating from both his love of the music genre and use of heavy darts - that weigh 32 grams.

From BBC

"There's so many more women, still not enough, in broadcasting who focus on genres that maybe, taboo-wise, would have been strictly for men," says the 31-year-old.

From BBC

True punk, as in the music genre, teaches us about camaraderie and self-expression that challenges the status quo.

From Salon

A new book club starts in January at The Hive in Worcester, with the genre changing each session.

From BBC