Elliot Torres has worked behind the scenes in the fashion, music, television, film, video game and magazine industries. In the summer of 2002, his debut collection of poetry, Five Years of Solitary, was released to an enthusiastic response. His other poetry books include Undaunted: A Poetic Journey, Architecture of a Solipsistic Mind, and One Last Tryst. Presented in partnership with Unity Coalition / Celebrate Orgullo Festival.