Live. Love. Leo.

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"Live. Love. Leo." is a semi-biographical collection of 55 poems following a long journey of self-discovery and self-expression. These poems reflect thoughts, ideas, and observations on the ever-elusive pursuits of happiness; family; life; social (in)justices; political impacts; LGBTQAI2s+; and racism. The poetry is personal, playful, funny, painfully expressive, visually descriptive, and emotionally haunting. "Live. Love. Leo." honors Black people and anyone who may identify as LGBTQAI2s+. The book also contains original, custom artwork by local Portland artist Chris McMurray.

Author Bio

Judge Kemp, Jr. (he/his/him) is a community-oriented leader living in Portland, Oregon. His passions lie in promoting diversity and inclusion, connecting people, and being a positive, philanthropic presence. A graduate of Portland State University, Judge majored in Communication Studies and minored in Community Development. He has served on the boards for Q Center (LGBTQIA2S+ community center) in Portland, the Oregon Commission on Black Affairs, and Portland's Red Dress Party. Before moving to Portland over twenty years ago, Judge lived in Amsterdam. He speaks Dutch, German, English, and a bit of Spanish. Judge resides with his husband, life partner, and home designer Eric Schnell.