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Black British Author · LGBTQ+ Voice · Activist
Martin Patrick
Author · Academic · Own Voices Storyteller
I write Crime and Romance fiction from a Black British perspective. I cannot talk about myself as an Award-worthy person.
The Librarians Love Life
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Latest Novel — March 2026
The Librarian's Love Life
THREE FAMILIES, TWO PASSIONATE, AND A FIGHT AGAINST BIGOTRY
When Dean, a debonair university librarian and heir to one of Curaçao’s most illustrious families, meets Vincent, a brilliant and sexy PhD scholar from a working-class background, their worlds tilt off their axes. What begins as an unexpected spark soon becomes a powerful force neither man can ignore.
But love, for both, is tangled in pain.
Dean is trapped in a marriage defined by psychological abuse and Vincent is suffering under the stern religious condemnation of his grandparents.
From an elite university in London to the sun-soaked beauty of the Dutch Caribbean and the seductive romance of Paris, Dean and Vincent discover the life they could build together: a future devoted to helping disadvantaged school kids find hope.
“An absolute masterpiece! Thrilling, riveting, and emotional—a story I’ll cherish for years.” — D. Williams
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Dr. Martin Patrick
Author · Academic · Activist · London
About the Author
A Life Lived in Stories
Crime Thriller · M/M Romance · Black British Fiction
Martin of London. Black, British, Gay, and over fifty. I write from the inside — not as an observer, but as a man who has lived every word. My novels aren’t speculation. They are the architecture of a life built across three marriages, two continents of experience, and fifty years of navigating what it means to be a Black Gay man in Britain.
“I am an Own Voices storyteller. This generation deserves writers who speak from authentic selfhood — and that is what I offer.”
I began my professional career writing for the theatre, then short stories, before arriving at my true calling — Crime and Romance novels. My passion for these genres was forged through film, literature, and a relentless curiosity about the psychology of desire.
That curiosity took me to university to study Visual Arts (BA Hons), Film Theory & Production (Masters), and then PhD research into mythology and race in cinema. I have taught Creative Writing, Cultural Studies, Film Theory, and Drama Studies as a Professor.
I write for those who have been unseen. For Black Gay men over 40 who feel invisible. For young LGBTQ+ readers discovering their story. For academics in Queer Studies and Caribbean Literature. For anyone who has ever loved someone they weren’t supposed to.
Academic Career
Professor of Creative Writing, Film Theory, Drama & Cultural Studies
Own Voices
Black British LGBTQ+ author writing authentic lived experience
Playwright
Works now archived at Hackney Archives & Bishopsgate Institute
Activist
Intersectional LGBTQ+ allyship advocate, 50+ years of lived advocacy
Bibliography
The Novels
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At fifty, Michael thought his life was over. In his mid-thirties, David wanted his life to begin. After these fathers divorce, they meet at a support group and fall spiritually and passionately in love. Their romance forces them to fight for the love of their children and battle against bigots who refuse to understand their lives as Italian and Black British fathers who love both ways.
As a widowed, loving mother, Donna is still telling her grown-up son Aaron who to go out with. In return, Aaron tells Donna that he’ll do that – IF she agrees to go out with suitors he finds for her. That break of Jewish tradition shocks everyone. What follows is a disruptive romance, filled with admirers who love Aaron, and men who fall madly in love with Donna.
Sir Albert Collins is England’s greatest Black Shakespearean actor who has been offered the starring role of Othello on Broadway, but he fears that he’ll be killed by cops in America, so he’s reluctant to go. Dominic Harris is a successful Black British sales manager who has to fight to stop his vicious boss from sending him to America where he hopes Dominic will be killed by the cops.
From Cambridge to London Business School, William has built an enviable life as a financial kingpin and admired fashion influencer, To fuel his rising empire, he hires Luke, an Oxford graduate with an uncanny knack of curating content. But when William’s best friend is murdered, suspicion falls on Luke – whose dangerous attraction toward William hints at tormented, hidden desires.
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Coming Soon
Ska in Their Hearts
COMING SOON
SKA IN THEIR HEARTS – is a story about a global Irish rock star who’s writing his memoir, reliving his journey with his Black British husband from their first meeting as boys in the 1960s to the present.
Under A Cloud But Over The Moon
COMING SOON
UNDER A CLOUD BUT OVER THE MOON – is about six men and women who go to a marriage prep agency to reshape their understanding of finding husbands and wives, by rejecting online and current social practices in dating. The agency’s doctors, a psychiatrist and sociologist teach them how to be honest romantic suitors, which changes their lives.
A Prototype of Love
COMING SOON
A PROTOTYPE OF LOVE – is about a Pansexual guy, his husband and the mother of his son. He is falsely accused of sexual rejection by a woman he doesn’t want, which leads to a major scandal.
Latest News
Milestones & Updates
2026
The Librarian’s Love Life — Global Paperback Launch
The latest novel released in paperback on Amazon in March 2026. Global bookshops carrying the novel from 24 March 2026. Available worldwide on Waterstones, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, and Kindle.
2026
Archived at the Bishopsgate Institute & Hackney Archives
In February 2026, Martin’s 1987 play Where To Now was formally accepted into the Hackney Archives and the Bishopsgate Institute — cementing his place in Black British cultural history.
2025
Where To Now — Revival & Interview
Martin’s landmark 1987 play Where To Now was revived, bringing a pioneering work of Black British LGBTQ+ theatre back to new audiences. Martin was also interviewed by Erick Taylor Woodby for his acclaimed podcast.
Mission Statement
"I write from a place of authentic selfhood — as a Black, British, Gay man over fifty, giving voice to experiences this world too rarely tells."
My work offers Intersectional Allyship — readers aren’t just buying a novel, they are gaining
access to a writer who is part of the community they serve. A monthly Zoom community. A
voice that listens. A safe space where Black Gay men, LGBTQ+ readers, and allies can
gather, share, and be heard. I am not an outsider looking in. I am the story.
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Own Voices Authenticity
Black, British, Gay, and over 50. Every novel is written from lived experience, not imagination alone.
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Monthly Community Zoom
A monthly online gathering — readers meet Martin directly to discuss books, life, and LGBTQ+ experience.
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Intersectional Allyship
Activism through storytelling. Supporting Black Gay men globally, especially those experiencing isolation.
Previous Work
Academic & Creative Legacy
University Professor & Educator
Before the novels, Martin built a distinguished academic career — teaching and inspiring students across some of Britain’s leading creative institutions. His academic work in Film Theory, Cultural Studies, and Creative Writing shaped a generation of artists.
His research into mythology and race in cinema — pursued to PhD level — underpins the rich cultural texture of every novel. The academic is always present in the storyteller.
University Professor & Educator
- Short Fiction Across Decades
Literary
- Cultural Commentary & Essays
Academic
- LGBTQ+ Advocacy Writing
Activism
- Caribbean Studies Literature
Research
- Black British History Essays
Cultural Studies
Theatre & Playwriting
Martin began his career as a playwright. His works capture Black British experience with unflinching honesty.
- Where To Now
1987 · Revived 2025
- Additional Theatrical Works
Career Spanning Works
Now Archived: In February 2026, Where To Now (1987) was formally accepted into the Hackney Archives and the Bishopsgate Institute cementing its place in Black British cultural and theatrical heritage.
Teaching Disciplines
- Creative Writing
- Cultural Studies
- Film Theory & Production
- Drama Studies
- Queer Studies Literature
Reader Reviews
What Readers Say
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The Torment of Desire
”Exceptional storytelling at its finest. Every chapter pulls you deeper into a whirlwind of suspense and intrigue. I couldn’t put it down!.”
X. Liang —
The Torment of Desire
”An intense and unforgettable journey. The perfect balance of thrills and emotional depth, with a plot that keeps you guessing. A must-read!”
K. Brown —
The Torment of Desire
”This book captivated me from start to finish. A masterful plot, thrilling suspense, and characters that felt so real. My stand-out book of the year..”
S. Adeyemi —
The Torment of Desire
”The tension, twists, and stunning storylines make this book impossible to put down. Truly deserving of 5 stars and I’m already recommending to friends.”
L. Fulham —
The Torment of Desire
”An absolute masterpiece! Thrilling, riveting, and emotional — a story I’ll cherish for years. The characters and plot are brilliantly crafted.”
D. Williams —
The Torment of Desire
Community & Connection
More Than Books — A Place to Belong
The greatest challenge facing Black Gay men over 45 is isolation. I have read widely about this, I have lived parts of it, and I refuse to let it stand unchallenged.
Through this website, I offer more than novels. I offer a monthly Zoom gathering — a space where men can talk about what they love to read, what it means to be a Gay person of colour today, and find the comfort of a community that understands them.
You are not alone. Your stories matter. And I want to hear them.
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Collaborators & Partners
In Conversation With
Erick Taylor Woodby
Podcast interview featuring Martin Patrick — available on Spotify. Conversations on Black identity, LGBTQ+ literature, and lived experience.
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Get in Touch
Let's Connect
Whether you’re a reader, a student, a journalist, a bookseller, or someone who simply wants to talk — I’d love to hear from you.
- Email: patrickandbains@outlook.com
- Location : London, United Kingdom
- Publisher : Patrick & Bains of London
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