In Mythical Man (publishing April 2020 via Palimpsest Press), his debut collection of poetry, author David Ly explores themes of masculinity, sexuality, race, and personal identity, shattering preconceived notions about who we are and who we think we ought to be. An exciting and thought-provoking examination of what the idea of masculinity means in this day and age, Mythical Man serves as both a vivid sensory joyride and a whip-smart deconstruction of gender norms.