Pain Before the Rainbow

"This phenomenally well written book is the story of personal pain; seconds, minutes, days, and decades of tears, screams, hurt and ugliness, despair, and loss of hope. This book is about the absolute bravery it takes to write and talk about what really needs to be said... Jack Cooper finds no more hiding. No more rehashing the traumas. This book is about YOU! Your tears will eventually dry up as you open and engulf every page; discover your gorgeous rainbow brilliance in being the most amazing you." - Joanie Lindenmeyer, Best Selling Author of Nun Better: An Amazing Love Story, Joyously Free! Stories & Tips to Live your Truth as LGBTQ+ People, Parents and Allies and Healing Religious Hurts: Stories & Tips to Find Love and Peace

"Cooper's perfectly flowing prose reaches that elusive place where reality and fiction-biomythography-collide seamlessly. His ability to infuse his characters and settings with his heartbreaking depth makes this anthology unforgettable. Both uplifting and somber, Cooper's heart and humanity reflect the wisdom of his journey."    -Glenn E. Kakely, LCSW, Author of The Power to Create You

"A time before the rainbow was a period in America when the vileness of those who didn't understand the humanity of the LGBTQ+ community was immeasurable. Today, given the current political environment, it appears to be a 'here we go again moment'. Cooper's Pain Before the Rainbow is timely as it is historical... implications of loss and time and what it means to be haunted by both. Cooper's biomythography is a reminder not to allow a return to the time before the rainbow."  -Laureen R Violante, CMT, CYT, certified meditation and yoga teacher and co-founder of YogaTales

"These stories explore enduring glimmers of compassion, hope, love, and kindness in the shadow of a purity culture and the Church's darkness. Your heart will bleed-maybe for the first time-and it should." - James Buono, Family Trauma and Loss Counselor

"It's important to read Anthony's Sin that takes place only a few short decades ago, before the rainbow helped cultivate and sustain today's freedoms. Cooper's powerful stories help us remember and reflect on the pain of the past, before same-sex marriage was legal, before Pride month marches electrified cities around the world, and before LGBTQ+ people were included and celebrated in the media and mainstream society. His stories renew our commitment to never allowing the world to slip backwards. Courageous and insightful writers like Cooper help us move forward with respect, love, and harmony for all."-Elizabeth Ann Atkins, Two Sisters Writing & Publishing®