A radical day-by-day guide to redefining beauty and creating lasting self-esteemEvery day, American women and girls are besieged by images and messages that suggest their beauty is inadequate, inflicting immeasurable harm upon their confidence and sense of wellbeing. In Beautiful You, author Rosie Molinary encourages women to feel wonderful about themselves even when todays media-saturated culture tells them not to.Drawing on tools for heightened self-awareness, creativity, and mind-body connections, Beautiful You incorporates practical techniques into a 365-day action plan that empowers women to embrace a healthy self-image, shore up self-confidence, break undermining habits of self-criticism, and champion their own emotional...
Author, educator, and School of Womanly Arts founder Regena Thomashauer has been working with women for the past 25 years, and what began as just a few women in her living room has since grown into a global movement with thousands of graduates worldwide.In her New York Times bestseller Pussy: A Reclamation, she reveals what no one taught you about the source of your feminine power and how to use it. This power is the part of a woman that she has been taught to ignore, push down, and despise. Indeed, the word that most viscerally sums it up is...
A great starting point for anyone curious about queer and trans life, and helpful for those already on their own journeys!In this quick and easy guide to queer and trans identities, cartoonists Mady G and Jules Zuckerberg guide you through the basics of the LGBT+ world! Covering essential topics like sexuality, gender identity, coming out, and navigating relationships, this guide explains the spectrum of human experience through informative comics, interviews, worksheets, and imaginative examples. A great starting point for anyone curious about queer and trans life, and helpful for those already on their own journeys!
A quick, easy and important educational comic guide to using gender-neutral pronouns.Archie, a snarky genderqueer artist, is tired of people not understanding gender neutral pronouns. Tristan, a cisgender dude, is looking for an easy way to introduce gender neutral pronouns to his increasingly diverse workplace. The longtime best friends team up in this short and fun comic guide that explains what pronouns are, why they matter, and how to use them. They also include what to do if you make a mistake, and some tips-and-tricks for those who identify outside of the binary to keep themselves safe in this binary-centric...
A quick, easy and important educational illustrated guide to giving and receiving consent in sex, relationships, and other physical contact. How do you tell someone you want to do stuff with them? How do you ask if they want to do stuff with you? How do you know what stuff you want to do with each other? Enter: Sergeant Yes Means Yes (Sarge for short) from the Consent Cavalry, a beacon of clarity in a fuzzy minefield of questions. Sarge drops in on a diverse range of folks deciding whether to engage in sexual activity in this short and fun comic...
This book is for anyone who wants to learn about asexuality, and for Ace people themselves, to validate their experiences.Asexuality is often called The Invisible Orientation. You dont learn about it in school, you dont hear ace on television. So, its kinda hard to be ace in a society so steeped in sex that no one knows you exist. Too many young people grow up believing that their lack of sexual desire means they are broken so writer Molly Muldoon and cartoonist Will Hernandez, both in the ace community, are here to shed light on societys misconceptions of asexuality and...
At thirty-two years old, everything in Nona Willis Aronowitzs life, and in America, was in disarray. Her marriage was falling apart. Her nuclear family was slipping away. Her heart and libido were both in overdrive. Embroiled in an era of fear, reckoning, and reimagining, her assumptions of what sexual liberation meant were suddenly up for debate. In the thick of personal and political turmoil, Nona turned to the words of historys sexual revolutionariesincluding her late mother, early radical pro-sex feminist Ellen Willis. At a time when sex has never been more accepted and feminism has never been more mainstream, Nona asked...
Slow Pleasure is a practical and philosophical exploration of pleasure, teaching you how to claim, prioritize and integrate pleasure into your daily life. We live in a world of breakneck speed, and it can be intimidating and nearly impossible to slow down. In this crisis of pace, we often feel disconnected and forget that we even live in a body! But pleasure offers us a way to connect back to ourselves. In this beautiful book, pleasure coach and educator Euphemia Russell (they/them) guides you through the fundamentals of embodiment, savoring practicing pleasure and understanding your desires so that you can feel the...
An acclaimed sex therapists practical, playful, and inclusive guide that teaches you how to discover your deepest sexual desires, communicate your wants and needs, define your boundaries, and have the sex you want.While popular culture is saturated with sex, the gap between informed sex education and satisfying sex is vast, and it often leaves LGBTQQ+ individuals out of the conversation entirely. Hot and Unbothered bridges that chasm, giving you explicit permission to talk about, think about, and achieve the pleasure you desire without shame or secrecy, no matter your sexual identity or gender.In Hot and Unbothered, Yana Tallon-Hicks provides a...
Feel confident in the ABC's of LGBTQ+.Language is a key path to awareness, acceptance and empowerment. It's central to understanding the world and the communities we live in, but it can often be tricky to keep up with correct and ever-evolving terminology. This easy-to-use dictionary introduces the most essential vocabulary surrounding LGBTQ+ identities. Whether you're questioning your own identity or simply interested in learning more, this helpful guide will help you navigate the world with knowledge, understanding and kindness.
A progressive, effective, and responsible approach to sex education for parents and teens that challenges traditional teaching models and instead embraces 21st century realities by promoting healthy sexuality, values, and body image in young people. Sex education today generally falls into one of two categories: abstinence-only or abstinence-based education - both of which tend to withhold important, factual information and leave young adults ill-equipped to make safe decisions. Al Vernacchio, a high school sexuality educator who holds a Master's degree in Human Sexuality from the University of Pennsylvania, has created a new category: sex-positive education. In For Goodness Sex, he refutes the...
Vajayjay. Lady bits. Notorious V.A.G.It's time we talked about vaginas. This pocket-sized book is here to debunk the myths and help you gain a better understanding of everything you were never taught, including:
The amazing things the vagina does from puberty to menopause
Advice on the most common complaints and how best to alleviate them
The vagina in pop-culture - from the page to the stage
This succinct and celebratory guide separates fact from fiction and will change the way you think and talk about your wonder down under.
Everything you wanted to know about kinky practices is covered in this highly entertaining and readable book. Known for her bold, witty prose on all matters related to the bedroom, Kate Sloan makes this an accessible subject for anyone curious about new ways to spice up their sex lives. Whether you are looking for ideas, clarification, or just an enjoyable read, there is plenty here to keep you intrigued. The text is accompanied by helpful tips and illustrations.
Classy as Fuck Cocktails is a cocktail book that celebrates the fine arts of drinking and swearing.Feeling classy as fuck? Have a Bellini. Life kicking your ass? Try a Corpse Reviver. Expecting company? Batch that shit! Includes more than 60 recipes ranging from the fucking classics to fancy-ass twists Features dozens of variations including low and non-alcohol options Covers the basics on glassware, hardware, spirits, and methods This cocktail collection is a fucking must for beginners and experienced mixologists alike. Complete with a gold foil-stamped cover, gilded page edges, metallic ink, and sassy calligraphy throughout, Classy as Fuck Cocktails is a stylish addition...
When life gets busy, it can be hard to find the time to prioritize romance and put your relationship first. With a year's worth of achievable ideas and activities to do with your partner, Everyday Romance includes big and small ways to build that connection - from sharing your morning coffee and holding hands to planning a romantic weekend getaway and undertaking a long-term project together. Full of inspiration, both for new couples who want to get to know each other better and longtime couples who are looking to deepen their connection or rekindle their romantic spark, this journal makes it...
Taking time to journal together is a meaningful way for couples to connect. Designed to spark conversation and intimacy, this illustrated journal features over 75 prompts about your past, present, and future as a couple. From "favorite memories" and "what I love about you" to "first impressions of each other" and "things we agree to disagree on", topics are thought-provoking, sweet, humorous, and honest. With a handful of activities and quizzes (drawing amateur portraits, playing Who's More Likely To?), Date Night In offers a fun and accessible way for you to reflect and dream together, and create a lasting and unique...
Practice pleasure as a form of self-care with this empowering, accessible, and inclusive guide to loving your body and your sex life. This sumptuously illustrated guide will empower you to explore your body and cultivate a satisfying sex life no matter your relationship status. In these pages, body image advocate and sexual wellness expert Laura Delarato teaches that sexual pleasure is an essential form of self-care, and it begins with loving your body and yourself. With a no-holds-barred approach, this engaging bedside book tackles everything from self-confidence to solo play and partner play, including: How to quiet your inner circle and...
DON'T LEAVE YOUR HEALTH TO CHANCE.Guys, it's time to step it up and start taking care of yourselves. Which doesn't mean making impossible-to-stick-to changes. Written by one of the leading doctors whose practice is devoted solely to men, A Field Guide to Men's Health shows, in the simplest and most effective way possible, how to manage the cornerstones of a healthy life while improving your chances for making it a long one, too. Including: Cardiovascular Health - did you know that blood pressure is the most vital of vital signs? Diet and Nutrition - follow a formula of 60% fruits and...
Ditch cross training for crotch straining with this cum-pendium of erotic exercises. Whether you're a rookie romper or a seasoned sexpert, these drills are sure to get the juices flowing and keep you trim and toned. With space to list your achievements and log your lovemaking, this is the ultimate guide to getting f*cking fit!
When Philippe Boxis uncoils his first ropes, the model has already begun to surrender to his creativity and her senses awaken. The smell and sound of the rope as it slips around her body, the feeling of rope over her skin - these sensations thrill her to the utmost. His fingers flutter around, the gestures soft - but the intention is firm. There seems to be nothing else around the couple; nothing but this nude, gorgeous woman - and this man who transforms her into a goddess. This easily carried manual gives access to the sensual rope techniques of Philippe Boxis...
Love Rituals offers readers a collection of meaningful ways to enhance their relationships. The book is divided into three chapters: Daily Gestures, Date Nights, and Intimate Encounters. In Daily Gestures, author Leslie Koren encourages readers to prioritize and appreciate their partners - not just on Valentine's Day or their anniversaries, but each and every day. Maybe you'll deliver a cup of coffee to your wife in bed each morning, or have cocktail hour with your boyfriend every night after work to catch up with each other and talk about your days. In Date Nights, she suggests "Yes Day" (where one...
America's premier sex advice columnist takes on edgier-than-ever sex-positive topics with his signature candor in his first illustrated collection of adults-only essays, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the Savage Love column. Dan Savage has been talking frankly about sex and relationships for 30 years, and has built an international following thanks to his sex-positive Savage Love column and podcast. To celebrate this milestone comes Savage Love from A to Z, an illustrated collection of 26 never-before-published essays that provides a thoughtful, frank dive into Savage's trademark phrases and philosophies. This hardcover book is for anyone who's had sex, is currently...
Written by the creators of the popular website, this rigorously fact-checked, accessible, and fully illustrated guide is essential for anyone with a pussy. If the clitoris and penis are the same size on average, why is the word "small" in the definition of clitoris but strangely missing from the definition of penis? Sex probably doesn't cause yeast infections? But racism probably does cause BV? Why is masturbating so awesome? How hairy are butt cracks... generally? Why is labiaplasty on a global astronomical rise? Does egg freezing really work? Should I stick an egg-shaped rock up there or nah?There is still a...
Experience a radically inclusive and informative collection of stories, essays, interviews, and art about sex, relationships, and body confidence.Have you ever had a question about sex - whether out of curiosity, desire, or the sneaking suspicion you're, somehow, different? Every Body will help you feel less alone. It's a huge collection of anonymous stories, essays, artwork, and expert tell-all's on myriad subjects, all rolled into one. Really, it's the conversations most of us are too scared to start. Thanks to talented duo Julia Rothman and Shaina Feinberg, we don't have to. The stories, essays, and interviews they've compiled touch on...
Stop Apologizing for Your Sexuality and Take Charge of Your LifeIf you've ever wished you had a big sister or older cousin who could show you all the ropes of womanhood, look no further: Gigi Engle has done it all and is here to tell you all about it in All the F*cking Mistakes, a practical handbook for all the slutty and wanna-be-slutty women out there. Is it the ultimate sex-talk book, demystifying female sexuality without any of the awkwardness of "the talk". From learning how to take back your confidence in a world full of slut shaming, to discovering...
From the co-founder of one of the world's most respected herbal education websites: recipes, rituals, practices, and personal stories to help you live a more sexually fulfilled and vital life. Plants are the great healers of the earth, and their capacity to support healthy sexuality is just as powerful. This beautifully written and illustrated book brings you into a relationship with herbs for sexual fulfillment and empowerment. Drawing on her own knowledge of herbalism and sacred sensuality, along with intimate stories from students who implemented her teachings, Kimberly Gallagher guides you on a personal journey of growth aided by the aphrodisiac properties...
An empowering guide to casual sex and hooking up from sex educator and Girl Sex 101 author Allison Moon. A comprehensive and fun-to-read guidebook for people of all sexual identities and experience levels, Getting It covers all the bases of hook-up culture from first moves and sex etiquette to navigating nonmonogamy and sexual health. In an era of endless crossed signals and heightened awareness of consent and respect, award-winning author and sex educator Allison Moon shows you how to achieve safe and enjoyable encounters by practicing clear communication and consideration of all parties involved - yourself included. Getting It helps you...
Press Here! Kame Sutra for Beginners is a practical and inspirational guide to lovemaking based on the renowned ancient Indian text - learn through beautiful illustrations, step-by-step instructions, and expert advice. Discover how to invigorate your relationship and add an extra dimension to your love life by adding new positions to your sexual repertoire. Elegant illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions demonstrate sexual positions and inventive erotic techniques that are guaranteed to heighten your sexual pleasure. The Press Here! series offers contemporary takes on traditional hands-on healing practices for a new generation of practitioners. These introductory guides feature easy-to-access organization, clear instructions, and beautiful...
Popular podcast host and personal finance expert Lindsay Goldwert explores what professional Dominatrixes can teach us about confidence, power, and happiness. Imagine, for a moment, a world where the usual power dynamic is turned on its head. Where women not only stop apologizing, but seize- and enjoy- control. This is the quickly mainstreaming world of BDSM (bondage, discipline, sadism, masochism)- and it has a lot to teach women about empowerment, negotiation, open-mindedness, and more. Journalist Lindsay Goldwert, intrigued by the seismic cultural shift, traveled across the United States to meet the stars of the subculture, who spoke frankly with her about...
Everything you've ever wanted to know about how to have a threesome- plus everything you'd never think to ask! The Ultimate Guide to Threesomes will teach you how to have ethical, consensual encounters that give pleasure to everyone involved. Fantasy exploration, finding threesome partners, making your dreams come true- sex educator Stella Harris guides you through the whole process. You'll also find plenty of positions and scenarios for beginners and veterans alike, plus information about safer sex and aftercare. And if you want threesomes to stay a fantasy? That's okay too! This book teaches how to use threesomes in dirty talk...
