A few minor corrections to 'Gay!' went live earlier today. The plot hasn't changed but I've tried to make the terminology more consistent as well as correcting a few typos.
I admit I'm not good at choosing titles but to me, 'Gay!' chose itself, referencing the story's inciting event. I've received many complaints about the title being deceptive and off-putting. I assume that's because of the squick regarding male homosexual sex, even though none occurs in the story. So far nobody has suggested a better title so I reckon SOL is stuck with it. Two related observations - I've had no complaints from people who started the story because of the title then were disappointed about the absence of gay sex. And I've been gratified by the proportion of positive feedback from female readers - thank you, and I'm glad what I wrote turned out to be female-friendly.
I've abandoned my quest to get a version of the story on Amazon for defensive purposes: the story isn't erotica, the story rating isn't very attractive to thieves, and Amazon might have issues, real or imaginary, with the content. That doesn't mean it hasn't already leaked - Google "Joanna Kafkasian". And no, I haven't dared to actually open those pages.
I recall at least two people offering to produce an American English version of 'Gay!' but I've scrutinised my mailbox and can't find their details, either because I'm too disorganised or the relevant personal messages have expired. If either of you are still interested, please make contact again. I'm not sure how it would work - perhaps the American version in your name with half credit? We'll have to ask management.
AJ