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Frankly My Dear, I’m Gay

A late bloomer's guide to coming out.

This book is for the man who already knows

If you've ever thought:

"He's hot. Stop it."
"I can't keep doing this."
"I love them. I just don't love this."
"I've built too much to blow it up."
"Maybe I can fake this a little longer."

You're not crazy. You're negotiating.

Frankly, My Dear, I'm Gay isn't a script for blowing up your life. It's a guide for telling the truth without blowing yourself up in the process.

It speaks to men who:

Stayed because it was easier. Waited because it felt responsible. Convinced themselves they were "fine." Kept hoping the timing would magically improve.

This book doesn't shame that. It understands it. And then it refuses to let you keep calling it temporary.

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What this book actually does

It does not promise that coming out will fix everything. It will not hand you courage in a neat little package. It will not guarantee applause, understanding, or a flawless coming-out speech.

What it will do:

Help you understand why you waited.

Untangle fear from responsibility.

Stop confusing stability with truth.

Prepare you to speak honestly in a way that respects you, not just everyone else.

There is humor in here. Because if you can't laugh at the absurdity of some of this, you'll drown in it. There is perspective. There are hard truths. And there is support.

Because coming out later in life is not about drama. It's about alignment.

Where it fits, and who it's for

This book is the first line crossed. Before reinvention. Before deeper identity work. Before you start asking bigger questions about meaning, desire, and what comes next.

This is where hiding stops making sense. And honesty starts feeling less terrifying than staying quiet.

This book is for you if:

You came out later in life, or you're circling it now.
You love your family and still know something has to change.
You are successful on paper and unsettled underneath.
You want real talk without therapy language or rainbow glitter.

This book is not for you if:

You want someone else to make the decision.
You are looking for a dramatic coming-out fantasy.
You prefer denial to discomfort.

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From Rick

I didn't write this book to push anyone out of a closet.
I wrote it because I know what it feels like to stand in one.

And tell yourself you're fine.

This isn't about forcing courage.
It's about making honesty possible.

And once you see it clearly, you won't be able to unsee it.

This is where honesty starts. Everything else builds from there.

"With sharp with an unabashed transparency Rick not only shares his colorful story but also includes a roadmap of self-discovery to assist the reader with their own journey. It is an entertaining and provocative read!"
- Joel Barrett 
   Joel Speaks Out
"For every person who has struggled to come to terms with the true person inside of themselves, this book is a must read. The potential to live the life that your highest power intends for you, requires that you get honest about who you are. Rick gives gay men and women permission to break down their walls, resistance and fears so they can live with passion and truth. Rick does this with humor and insights from walking his own path and helping hundreds of people along their own journey. If you are a individual contemplating your sexuality, this book truly cuts to the chase and offers timeless insights so you can get on with LIVING your life instead of just thinking about living it."
- Melanie Gorman – Sr. 
   VP YourTango Experts
"If you are looking for practical guidance wrapped in a truly humanistic approach, Rick Clemons is the guide you are looking for. He presents his insightful advice in way that real people in the real world can apply to their lives. As a therapist that specializes in helping people come out and live their true lives, I highly recommend Rick for his compassionate and honest approach to finding your own truth."
- Elliott Kronenfeld 
   LICSW
"Frankly My Dear I’m Gay is a heartfelt, and witty look at a controversial topic – coming out late after living in a traditionally heterosexual marriage. This is a rare find in a book where the story of the journey is shared, accompanied by practical tools for navigating the transformation from who you’ve thought you’ve always been to who you’ve always been in your sexual energy. Spoken from the heart with directness, care, love and humor, Clemons provides an arms wide open approach to help those struggling with living their sexual truth."
- Joe Kort 
   PhD, MSW, MA, Author of “Is My Husband Gay, Straight, or Bi?
"It takes courage to practice radical transparency, especially when sharing the awkward and often painful coming-of-age experiences that can pave the way to coming out. Rick’s authentic, sweet and comedic voice makes it safe to walk with him through the messy parts of his life and inspires you to celebrate when he discovers his path to self-acceptance and love. Easily relatable and full of heart, “Frankly my dear I’m gay” is a fun read for anyone who’s been there and great companion guide for those who are ready Come Out to play."
- Jesse Brune-Horan 
   Spiritual Director/Co-Founder, Inspire Spiritual Community
“This book breathes new life into every gay mans journey to self acceptance, love and the difficult, yet liberating, process of “Coming Out.” Rick does an excellent job of mixing his personal experiences with humor to tell an honest and candid story that anyone coming out can appreciate. This book is a must read for anyone who is questioning their sexuality or for friends of anyone who has recently come out.”
- David Cruz, 111 
   Founder of Finding-Cupid.com and Matchmaker on Bravo TV’s The Millionaire Matchmaker
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