Michael Collina
History and Hear My Story editor Michael is drawn to inclusive histories, feminist theory, and LGBTQIA+ stories of every kind. A New Jersey native and lifelong fast-talker, he is unapologetically queer and lives in Colorado with his partner. When he’s not trying to catch up on his TBLT list, Michael is probably tending to his houseplants, exploring local historical sites and museums, or trying out a new recipe in his kitchen.
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Articles and interviews
Elon Green looks beyond the "Last Call" killer
With his meticulously reported first book, the journalist brings to life a forgotten sliver of queer New York nightlife that was darkened by a series of terrifying killings.
The Woman Who Fought for ‘All the Young Men’
AIDS awareness advocate and humanitarian Ruth Coker Burks opens up about the men she helped in the heart of Arkansas during the height of the AIDS epidemic.
'Call Me Maybe' Embraces the Particular Joy of a Long-Distance Meet-Cute
Awarded Audible's best romance of 2020, Cara Bastone's 'Call Me Maybe' intimately portrays the depths of the audio experience in this story about two people who fall in love over the phone.
Bill Konigsberg Builds 'The Bridge' to a Better Option
Acclaimed author Bill Konigsberg crafts a complete narrative exploring depression and suicide in his speculative and moving novel about two struggling teens.
'Date Me, Bryson Keller' Fulfills Our Wishes
Kevin van Whye pulled from his love of '90s rom-coms to create his debut #ownvoices love story about a misfit on the fringes who catches the eye of the dreamboat it-boy at his school.
André Aciman Asks: What Lies Beyond Love?
Much like André Aciman's internationally bestselling novel 'Call Me by Your Name,' his Audible Original novella, 'The Gentleman from Peru,' is a celebration of love in all its complicated glory, from this lifetime into the next.
Queer like us: A conversation with the Queer Newark Oral History Project
Audible editor Michael Collina speaks to the Queer Newark Oral History Project about the power and importance of preserving queer voices.
Liz Plank's "For The Love of Men" takes feminism someplace new
With her new book For the Love of Men, award-winning journalist Liz Plank shifts the gender discussion to men, stresses the importance of mindful masculinity, and invites men everywhere to a little party called feminism.
Pride in Diversity Should Include All Kinds Of LGBTQIA+ Stories
Queer stories go far beyond the often expected coming-out or trauma tales. Audible editor Michael Collina shares a few that have resonated with him on his journey.
Paranormal Activity: Author Molly Harper Makes Sure Vampires, Ghosts, and Even Dragons Find Love Too
Get to know the fan-favorite author behind the Half Moon Hollow series and the upcoming "How to Date Your Dragon."
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