the falling apart of Karl's world and Karl's reaction. Few readers will fail to find much enlightenment, much sorrow, and much soul-searching in THE BIG SMEAR. And certainly no homosexual can face himself in the days to come if he fails to gain the knowledge of the actions of lawyer.

public relations firms, newspapers, television newscasters, politicians, and heterosexuals, in situations such as described in this novel. The homosexual must prepare prepare himself for changes in the world's attitude toward himself. There is something to be learned by reading THE BIG SMEAR. -William Edward Glover

AFTER-LOVE SONG

Think it over, honey, think it over;

The way you're left alone when morning comes,

The way a passsing stranger says hello and knows you, Think it over then, and see if I'm not right.

I never said to stop when things were moving;

I wouldn't say it now if you should ask. But think about next week, about tomorrow: And this time make the bed up when you go.

I hate to pass out free advice like this, kid. Myself, I wouldn't take it as a gift. So I don't tell you, one way or another, Just call me up some time and let me know.

-M. F. B.

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