Richard Perez delves into themes of bohemian life and willful nonconformists. His prose often focuses on characters who deliberately defy societal norms, exploring their challenging life trajectories. Initially published in small literary magazines, Perez's writing style is marked by a keen insight into the darker aspects of human experience.
Focusing on the coming-of-age theme, this latest collection by Richard Perez offers a fierce and profound exploration of youth and self-discovery. Readers are invited to delve into the poet's unique insights and reflections, showcasing his talent as a wordsmith. The work promises to resonate deeply, capturing the complexities of growing up through powerful imagery and emotion.
PERMANENT OBSCURITY: Or a Cautionary Tale of Two Girlsand Their Misadventures with Drugs, Pornography and Death by Dolores Santana (as told to Richard Perez) * A youthful bohemian satire, * a story of alienated nonconformists, * a "girls on the lam" story, * a sexploitation and S/M romp, * a spoof of cult celebrity and "true-life" tabloid sensationalism:PERMANENT OBSCURITYInspired by the underground sexploitation films of the 1960s, this bold updating of the "roughie" subgenre and lampoon of auteur filmmaking largely takes place in New York City's East Village (circa the Bush era), and it chronicles the rise and fall of a unique and intense relationship. Dolores and Serena, two chemically dependent, down-and-out artists set out to take control of their lives by making a fetish-noir/femdom movie. Of course, things don't exactly turn out as planned.
WHAT IS LOVE? In the game of love, there are winners and losers.In 'THE LOSERS' CLUB', Richard Perez tries to answer the eternal question. Set in downtown New York City, 'THE LOSERS' CLUB' tells the story of Martin Sierra, an unlucky writer addicted to the personals. His journey brings us into the East Village, pre-9/11 - and in contact with Nikki, his dream woman, who remains unattainable romantically yet becomes his friend and confidant during his illuminating misadventures. Populated with characters and surprises few will ever forget, this energetic, comic novel is as much about a generation (we won't say "X") as it is about a specific time and place.