Talk the Talk
Talk the Talk: The Slang of 65 American Subcultures
By Luc Reid
ISBN 1-58297-423-3
Available in September 2006
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A Quirky and Amusing Reference Guide to Subculture Slang
Can squids be said to ride crotch rockets? If someone groks your filk, should you be worried? With Talk the Talk, readers can find the answers, as well as the nuanced meanings, of authentic slang and specialized vocabulary for 65 American subcultures. Organized by subculture, each section introduces the group and its key characteristics, then provides the key phrases and their specific meanings. Perfect for novelists, screenwriters, students, or anyone interested in pop culture, Talk the Talk is a fun and informative insider’s peek at culture and diversity in America.
About the Author
Luc Reid lives in Jacksonville, Florida, with his wife, Jennifer St. John, and children. He’s a past winner of the Writers of the Future contest and is the founder of the neo-pro writers’ group Codex (www.codexwriters.com), which promotes the exchange of information, ideas, and writing wisdom among pro-level writers, facilitates rapid (seven days or less) short fiction critiques, provides a place for a centralized compilation of writing resources, knowledge, and connections, and sponsors workshops and other career- and skill-building events. His short stories have appeared in Galaxy Press anthologies. He also writes novels and books for young adults. You can learn more about him at his Web site www.lucreid.com.
Subculture Web Site
For more information about the book, extra content that didn’t fit in the book, and a chance to join subculture message boards, please check out www.subculturetalk.com.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Americans in Antarctica
Anime and Manga Fans
Astrologers and Astrologists
Beekeepers
Bicyclists and Mountain Bikers
Birders
Bodybuilders
Carnival Workers
Cat Fanciers
Cavers and Spelunkers
Circus People
Coin and Money Collectors
Con Artists and Scammers
Cowboys and Rodeo Riders
Drug Pushers and Users
Flyfishers and Sport Fishermen
Furries
Gamblers and Poker Players
Gardeners
Gay, Lesbian, Transgendered, and Bisexual People
Goths
Graffiti Writers
Gun Enthusiasts
Hackers and Programmers
Ham Radio Operators
Hikers and Backpackers
Historical Reenactors
Hot Rodders
Hunters
Kayakers, Canoers, and Rafters
Magicians
Mediums, Channelers, and Spiritualists
Model Builders and Radio-Controlled
Model Enthusiasts
Model Railroaders and Railfans
Motorcyclists (Bikers)
Naturists and Nudists
Online Gamers
Parapsychologists
Politicians and Politicos
Prisoners
Pro Wrestling Fans
Prostitutes and Other Sex Workers
Punk Rockers and Straight Edgers
Puppeteers
Renaissance Fairegoers
Rock Climbers
Role-Playing Gamers
RV Owners
Sci-Fi and Fantasy Fans
Scuba Divers
Skateboarders
Skiers
Skinheads
Skydivers and BASE Jumpers
Snowboarders
Society For Creative Anachronism Members (SCAdians)
Stamp Collectors (Philatelists)
Surfers
Sustainable Living Advocates
Tattoo Artists and Tattoo Enthusiasts
Thespians and Stage Crew
Truckers
UFO Believers
Wiccans, Witches, and Neo-Pagans
Appendix: The Language of Hip Hop
Bibliography
Index of Terms