1928–2014
Biography · Literature
J. L. King
Biography
United States
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Biography
J.L. King is a New York Times best selling author, publisher, and HIV/STD activist. Subjects of his work include the nature of human behavior, effects of health issues on minorities, and sexual orientation and its impact on schools. King's first book, On the Down Low: A Journey Into the Lives of Straight Black Men Who Sleep with Men appeared on The New York Times Best Seller list for more than 30 consecutive weeks.
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