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Dr. Hideaki Sena, a PhD in pharmacology and winner of the Japan Horror Award has become a pop-cultural idol thanks to Parasite Eve, his horror novel set in mid 90's Japan. He used his knowledge of biology as the foundation for the story. Those familiar with cellular biology will recognize the technical terms in the novel. Otherwise, the book includes a glossary with explanations. Although the science in Parasite Eve has since progressed, Sena beautifully combines elements of suspense with cutting edge science to create a unique sense of horror.

Award-winning investigative reporter of the San Francisco Chronicle and author of And the Band Played On, Randy Shilts has written The Mayor of Castro Street – a biography of the life and times of Harvey Milk. In examining Milk’s life, Shilts portrays the newly-declared gay capital of the United States before the horrors of the epidemic, and shows how the gay grassroots movement created the atmosphere for gay acceptance. Shilts looks at Milk’s public and political life, including fellow politicians and enemies, as well as his friends and lovers. Starting with Milk’s origins, Shilts proceeds with the building