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| Queens in the Kingdom: The Ultimate Gay and Lesbian Guide to the Disney Theme Parks (Kings in the Kingdom) | 
 enlarge | Authors: Jeffrey Epstein, Eddie Shapiro
Publisher: Alyson Books
Category: Book
List Price: $14.95
Buy Used: $2.16
You Save: $12.79 (86%)
Avg. Customer Rating:  18 reviews
Sales Rank: 1119134
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 226
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 8.5 x 5 x 0.7
ISBN: 155583745X
Dewey Decimal Number: 791.068
EAN: 9781555837457
ASIN: 155583745X
Publication Date: April 1, 2003
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Product Description
Think of them as the tour-guide version of Patsy and Edina from Absolutely Fabulous-if those two ever were sober enough to write a book. Knowing that the agenda of the average gay or lesbian traveler is a bit different from that of Mom and Pop Smith from Des Moines, Jeffrey Epstein and Eddie Shapiro proffer a guide book to the Disney resorts that specifically caters to gay and lesbian readers. While sniping at each other only occasionally, they offer candid, informative and always-humorous opinions on everything from hotels and attractions to restaurants and shows. The writers also provide information about nearby theme parks and local gay life surrounding the Disney landscape. Additionally, the book boasts: "fairy facts," unique tidbits of trivia about every attraction in the parks; vital tips on how to make the most of your stay, such as which restaurants offer the best bang for your buck and how to avoid all the long lines; help on finding the parks' "gay goodies" like Ellen's Energy Adventure (starring none other than Ellen DeGeneres); and where to grab a kiss without feeling stared at. With additional commentary provided by gays and lesbians surveyed from across the country, there's something for everyone: singles, couples, parents with kids, singles looking to be coupled and couples looking to be single. Even people long-familiar with Disneyland and Walt Disney World will want to pick up this funny, irreverent and insightful look at how they, too, can experience family at America's family Mecca. Jeffrey Epstein is a native of Newton, Massachusetts, who now lives in Los Angeles, California. The former West Coast Editor of Soap Opera Digest, he is now the Senior Editor of Out Magazine, and is one of the organizers of Gay Day at Disneyland. Eddie Shapiro is the Event Manager for AIDS Walk New York. A former resident of Long Island, he now makes his home in New York City.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 13 more reviews...
 Hilarious! November 8, 2008
This book is a "must have" for any Disney enthusiast. You may or may not personally approve of the gay-lesbian life style, but regardless of that, this book is guaranteed to make you laugh. Keep in mind that this book is a serious guide book, thus it has tons of information about the Disney parks and is very informative. But just as you've learned something educational, the authors throw in some information that will have you laughing at everything you see. I can guarantee that you'll never look at the Disney parks in the same way that you did in the past!
Hilarious and Informative January 6, 2008
Queens in the Kingdom is a perfect overview of Disney and a great read by the hilarious authors Jeffrey Epstein and Eddie Shapiro. The book is chock-full of helpful information and martini-dry witticisms.
While planning my next trip to Disney, the book helped me pick between two hotels on property I was considering, Animal Kingdom Lodge and the Wilderness Lodge (you have to read the book to find out which hotel they prefer and why). The book is also filled with many fun "Fairy Facts" - clever bits of trivia following many of their reviews.
In sum, if you want an informative and fun Disney Guide, this book is for you.
A pleasant surprise - get this book! October 24, 2007
I ordered this book with low hopes... I consider myself a bit of a Disney nerd, and have been visiting the parks since the one in Orlando opened back in the 70's. I've also read a number of guide books and searched out all sorts of "hidden disney secrets" from a variety of sources. I expected this book to be a rehash of all the usual tips and tricks with a few clever quips thrown in.
WOW - was I wrong... the book is a wealth of information, and is an incredibly entertaining read. By the end, you feel like you know the authors and are laughing right along with their jokes about each other.
Now I don't agree with all the opinions in the book -- e.g. they didn't rank "Soarin'" as the best ride at Epcot - whatever. And they prefer the "new and improved" Tiki Bird show at WDW vs the "classic" one at Disneyland. (I'm guessing they might be too young to appreciate the nostalgia of the classic version). And they seem to appreciate "Stitch" which is just blasphemy, although they do knock the ride for encouraging poor behavior in the younger Disney visitors. Thank goodness they showed the appropriate respect for "Carousel of Progress" which needs all the help it can get right now, poor ride.
But they've included lots of tips like details on restaurant menu's vs most of the guide books I have that just say "hamburgers and other fast food items." And their reviews of hotel rooms etc are spot on. (Though don't look to this book to cover the 100000 hotels nearby but not operated by Disney). And what other guide book lists the best places to, uh, well, steal a few moments of romance in the park (nowwwww I understand why the lines for the Haunted Mansion are so darn long).
If this is your first visit to WDW, I don't think this should be your only guide book - and can't imagine the authors advocating that. But this is a great supplement to another guide if you're a first-timer, or if you've already earned your stripes, this is probably all you need to see the park with from a different... and wonderful... (magical?) perspective.
It's cheaper than a pizza for goodness sake, order the book!
Very entertaining and informative guide! August 19, 2007
We bought this book based on an article we read about Disney guide books. I'm so glad we did! It surpassed my expectations! Maybe I should say up front that I'm hetero, so I can't be a good judge on the information focusing on the best gay friendly clubs and hot spots. But as a Disney park fan, I'm a very good judge on that focus on the book. The writing style is very funny, including the quotes from other people, and I enjoyed how it speaks to the reader as an adult. Plus, even though I have been to Disney World 30 times and read a number of other books, QUEENS still gave me new information. That includes a way to save money on park tickets if you're someone who visits Disney often. Thanks, Jeffrey and Eddie! Like someone said, the maps are very simplistic, but this didn't bother me. I wasn't looking for that kind of thing; after all, I can get interactive ones and ones I can customize for us for free on disney.com, so it didn't affect my review. This is not a book to plan your day, telling you to go here, do this and then that, but an insight into rides, dining, and atmosphere. I've already recommended this book to my family and friends who are both gay and straight.
A Genuinely Fun Read June 26, 2007
I found this book to be plenty comprehensive, except where it says it isn't. But most of all, I found it to be funny, well written and a nice way to get the most out of visiting the parks as well as a pleasant reminder of what's so fun (and lame) about the parks, when you're not there... like, say, in Detroit for instance.
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