Review: 50 Shades of Kink: An Introduction to BDSM by Tristan Taormino

50 Shades of Kink: An Introduction to BDSM by Tristan Taormino
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ISBN-10: 1627780300

ISBN-13: 978-1627780308
Story Rating:4 out of 5

Review:

This book is a quick and easy look at BDSM and may help those new to the lifestyle learn what to do to begin or initiate some BDSM play or interactions. The author is a well-known sex educator and more. She explains things easily engaging readers never talking down to them.  Adventurous couples can find fun and exciting things to try and talk about in this book.

I enjoyed this fast paced look at the lifestyle. Taormino makes things easy and interesting. Those that may be curious to know about BDSM will find it engaging and will get a nice introduction to many things. If you are truly new or interested in this world this is a good book to start with. It is full of information on many subjects and gives you a nice jumping off point. Newbies can get their toes wet and decide on what they want to learn more about in a friendly manner. There are some touches that make this book a good choice. From the foreword by Rachel Kramer Bussel to the list of reading material for those who want to continue their look into the lifestyle. I was also glad to see the list of 50 items to have begin with consent, communication and honesty. All showing that this author has put some thought into this book and cares that readers get the right information.

Reviewed by Gabrielle

Review: Kissing: A Field Guide by Violet Blue

Kissing: A Field Guide by Violet Blue

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ISBN-10: 1627780408
ISBN-13: 978-1627780407

Story Rating: 4 out of 5
Review:

Maybe you consider yourself an expert in kissing or maybe you are brand new to the wonderful exploration of mouths and tongues. Whatever you current experience, Kissing: A Field Guide is here to help. It is easy to think that one knows all there is to know about kissing: you pucker, put two mouths together, and see what happens. Boom! You are done. Oh, does Violet Blue have news for you. There is so much more to kissing to be learned.

Broken down into nine chapters, this sweet little book is an informative read. Within it you find, multiple ways to signal you want a kiss. The author provides numerous clues including: looking to the lips, imitation of body language, and close physical proximity. Blue also explains in relatable ways how to tell your potential kissing partner you would like to take things slow. This realistic touch adds to the nuance of the book. It allows for the reader to be able to come into kissing at any level and provides a pathway to get them kissing when and how they want.

Blue goes on to explain ways to prepare yourself for kissing sessions by setting the right mood. She encourages the reader to allow their full senses to take part in the readying process with notes on everything from foods to eat, lip treatments for softness, and even words and music to get you feeling ready for kissing. The author continues to come forward in detailed ways that are unexpected and much appreciated. She took the time to consider all possibilities within the kissing realm and it shows in the book by reminding the reader of how important all aspects of a kiss are not just the moment the kiss actually takes place.

The book allows for a good mix of kissing styles. You are not expected to be one kind of kisser or just enjoy one kind of kiss in return. In fact, you are encouraged mix and match styles and to create a new approach as well if exploring new frontiers of kissing if that is your thing. Be a pioneer in the field! Still, Blue provides handy overall tips and tricks for the do's and don'ts of the kissing world, just in case you need some help along the way. Plus, if you botch your kiss the author has realistic responses for how to make your next kiss all the better.

Going from setting the mood to getting psychologically and physically prepared, Kissing: A Field Guide takes on the whole scope of kissing possibilities in a positive way. The only downside is that the book addresses kissing from a heterosexual female's perspective, yet the information and techniques provided can easily transcend heterosexual limitation and should. Overall, the book is a wonderful look into the topic of kissing and one can't help but feel ready for a kiss while reading it!

Reviewed by Jasmine