Two complementary texts in a single volume: A play that confronts desire, loneliness, and consumption head-on; and a practical and rigorous guide to reducing risks in chemsex contexts.
Synopsis
The GeEmma Demar's novel opens the doors to Paco's house for us to follow a night where sex, desire, and loneliness intertwine under the influence of drugs. Within the four walls of a Madrid apartment—turned into a dance floor, refuge, and battlefield—the protagonist seeks physical and emotional connection with other men while facing his own ghosts. The text doesn't judge: it shows and exposes, leaving the reader unable to look away from the mirror it offers.
From Chill: risk reduction guide
In the same volume, From Chill: A Guide to Reducing the Risk and Harm of Chemsex, by Iván Zaro (social worker, researcher and activist in sexual health, HIV and substance use), addresses with an accessible and evidence-based approach:
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Motivations and contexts of chemsex.
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The role of contact apps.
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Effects and risks of the most commonly used substances.
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Consent, shared responsibility and limits.
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Practical recommendations for taking care of your body, mind, and relationships.
Far from romanticizing chemsex, this guide warns of its consequences and breaks the silence surrounding a practice where stigma coexists with the need for clear and useful information.
Authors
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Emma Demar — Autora de El Gé.
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Ivan Zaro — Author of From Chill; social worker, researcher, and activist in sexual health, HIV, and substance use.
Table of Contents: This book includes references to substance use, sexual practices, and experiences of vulnerability. Critical reading and, where appropriate, professional guidance are recommended.
