Stella Maris

In "Stella Maris," award-winning author Michael Carroll captures the vibrant yet poignant essence of Key West, a unique haven for the LGBTQ+ community amidst its commercial distractions. The narrative weaves through the lives of diverse characters—from drag queens to newly divorced men—exploring themes of love, loss, and survival against the backdrop of a bohemian paradise. As they navigate personal struggles and unexpected connections, the stories reflect on the verities of illness, mortality, and the possibility of new beginnings.