Erick Mafra and Gabriel Santana - Exclusive Editorial - Pride Month with Hooks Magazine, are you in love? Me too!

Erick Mafra, Brazilian best-selling author and content creator, is about to release his fourth book, transitioning from fantasy to poetry. This collection of autobiographical and symbolist poems is inspired by Arthur Rimbaud, the LGBTQPIAN+ French poet who, alongside his lover Paul Verlaine, one of the greatest poets of French symbolism, immensely influenced modern art. Their tumultuous and passionate relationship, marked by Verlaine leaving his wife to pursue this forbidden romance, serves as a profound influence on Mafra's new work.

LOVELY!

Gabriel Santana, a Brazilian actor known for his role in the renowned novela Pantanal, is bisexual. He found a creative kindred spirit in Erick Mafra. Together, they support each other in all areas and are currently developing a play under the Paulo Gustavo Law, which supports the arts in Brazil.

On the last Valentine's Day, they shared a poem from Erick Mafra's book "The Fall of the Angel" (Galera Record) for free, allowing readers to experience the transition from fantasy to poetry. Along with the poems, intimate images of the couple were included to help readers, especially Gen Z, visualize the project's narrative and connect more deeply. Love and Art.

In the chapter "John Lennon square," a personal text about being in love and the repression of religion, including sects. The text narrates a relationship that faces homophobic and religious attacks, sects, family issues, and makes reference to the Oslo Accords signed in 1993 for peace in the Middle East, as well as the love between John Lennon and Yoko Ono, emphasizing his choice of her over fame and power.

The aesthetic of the photos was inspired by the universe of Stranger Things, with a romantic summer tone that delves into the idea that all love is sacred. Love wins! This poem connects with chapters 11 and 4, which have already been released on Erick's social media and on Tumblr at https://www.tumblr.com/aquedadoanjo

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Photos: Felipe Castelani @fecastelani

Analog: Biell Dream @bielldream

Styling & Content: LUNN @lundefr

Styling look 2: Wardrobe @ManuGavassi

Painting: Luana Goés @luana.g.m

Production: Letícia Inácio @letyinacio

Backstage & Social: ISA QUERE @isaaquere

Editing: Marcia Madeira, Amanda Grilli, Letícia Inácio, Igor Lino

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Creative Direction: @erickmafra

Assistance: Alice Rosas & Giovanna Gilio

Realization: @hearthouse

Editor-In-Chief Hooks: Matheus Hooks