I have made love without asking for forgiveness or permission. Some of my love stories have been brief, fleeting ones. Others have resulted in a relationship, long-lasting relationship or even a marriage. In some cases, my lovers have been around my age, sometimes they have been much older. I have made love with these men, even when my conscience, or some other person, has told me not to. But instead of listening or caving in, I decided to continue. To love and be loved. They have never said no to me. Because my lovers have longed for my body as much as I have longed for theirs…B. J. Hermansson skillfully creates short stories that encompass both quick-witted prose and poetic descriptions. The underlying tone in these texts often inspires the reader to contemplate and question our established, pre-conceived ideas, especially when it comes to the normal, standards and sexuality.
