A Marvellous Party

Ian Elmslie's engaging book tells – with candour and humour – how he came to brush shoulders with TV stars, music heroes, or world-renowned actors. Above all, it's the tale of a young gay man learning about love and life, and reflecting on changes in his community in the 50 years since the decriminalisation of homosexuality. An inspiring and moving read.

"It's a wonderful book full of observations and meetings with public faces in private places, but it's also the story of a shy boy's journe...