—Love, Always (transgresspress.org/books/): Love, Always is the first collection of writings by partners of trans people. Contributors share their experiences of living, loving, working and raising families with partners who have undertaken gender transitions. As of Feb. 14 (Valentine’s Day), Love, Always will be available on Amazon.com, iBooks, BarnesandNoble.com and other online outlets.
—Calvin Klein Body Modal Lounge Pants (www.mensunderwearstore.com): These are the silkiest lounge pants a man could possible want—seriously. These pants are made of modal fabric that provides a soft, silky-smooth and breathable feel against the skin. Put these on once, and you may never want to take them off—although you might want to get them cleaned once in a while.
—An AIDS Quilt Songbook: Sing for Hope (www.amazon.com/An-AIDS-Quilt-Songbook-Sing/dp/B00OA9NYOG): Sing for Hope—a New York City-based national non-profit organization that helps artists give back to their community—has gathered a unique collection of celebrities/musicians (including Yo-Yo Ma, actress Sharon Stone and actor Ansel Engort) for this CD. Proceeds from the album support amfAR: The Foundation for AIDS Research
—The Performance Paleo Cookbook: The year’s just started and you’re already thinking about giving up that resolution to become more fit? Maybe this book can help. It’s filled with nutrient-packed meals (from cocoa almond plantain pancakes to spiced pork tenderloin with roasted plum sauce) that aim to improve your workout performance.
—By Andrew Davis
(Andrew@WindyCityTimes.com and @azygous60610)