Sixty Shades of Gay

Laura Solomon has a BA in English literature (Victoria University, 1997) and a Master’s in Computer Science (University of London, 2003). Her books include Black Light, Nothing Lasting, Alternative Medicine, An Imitation of Life, Instant Messages, The Theory of Networks, Hilary and David, In Vitro and The Shingle Bar Taniwha and Other Stories. She has won prizes in Bridport, Edwin Morgan, Ware Poets, Willesden Herald, Mere Literary Festival, and Essex Poetry Festival competitions. She was shortlisted for the 2009 Virginia Prize and won the 2009 Proverse Prize.