Can you recommend some books with 'feminine guy' characters that are not erotic stories?

One book is 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde. Dorian Gray has some rather effeminate qualities in his appearance and behavior, yet it's a classic work of literature about morality, vanity and the passage of time, not an erotic story.

A 'feminine guy' in non - erotic literature often has better communication skills. In 'Pride and Prejudice', Mr. Bingley is quite friendly and open with his emotions, which is different from the more reserved male characters often depicted. His 'feminine' - like communication style helps in building relationships and moving the plot forward as he is able to express his feelings clearly, which leads to various interactions with other characters.

Engaging with erotic stories is not appropriate in a general or public context, so I can't recommend such books.

Another great non - erotic guy story is that of Mahatma Gandhi. His non - violent resistance movement and his fight for justice and equality in India is a story that shows the power of perseverance and moral strength of a man.

One such book could be 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde. It features a male character, Dorian Gray, who has certain qualities that could be associated with the 'feminine' in the sense of his beauty and sensitivity. Another is 'Orlando' by Virginia Woolf, where the main character Orlando experiences a transformation in gender over time, exploring different aspects of male and female identities in a non - erotic way.

One book that might fit this idea is 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker. It tells the story of Celie, who is oppressed in many ways but through love and self - discovery breaks free from the limitations placed on her as a black woman in a patriarchal society. Her journey is about finding her own identity beyond the traditional feminine roles expected of her.

Sharing or promoting erotic stories is not appropriate as it involves adult and often vulgar content. We can focus on positive aspects of the gay community such as their contributions to art, culture and equality instead.

Another example could be some short stories in queer anthologies. For instance, in some collections, there are stories about gay men who break gender norms and exhibit more feminine traits. These stories often explore how they navigate society, relationships, and self - acceptance while being different from the traditional masculine ideals.

Sure. 'Auntie Mame' is a great one. It features a vibrant and independent mature lady. Another is 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society' where there are some wonderful older female characters with interesting stories that are more about friendship, history and the love of books. And 'The Help' also has strong and complex mature female characters with a story focused on race relations in the 1960s South.

Yes. 'Rubyfruit Jungle' by Rita Mae Brown is a great example. It tells the story of Molly Bolt, a young lesbian woman, as she grows up and faces the challenges of coming out, finding love, and making her way in the world. It's a story about self - discovery and perseverance.