Discussing Sexual Fantasies

Sexual fantasy is concept I have always found quite fascinating. Particularly because I have known people who (and I do believe them) are highly sexual but who do not fantasize. That sounds incongruous to me, but this is what they say.At the same time? I’ve also known people whose whole sex life is based on fantasy, with a distinct lack of required reality. The article, Top Nine Female Sexual Fantasies, raises some great points about fantasy in general. Mainly, I appreciate how people are dissuaded from expressing their fantasies—to friends, partners, for fear of being thought of badly.Whether you choose …

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Call for Submissions: Before and Beyond Fifty Shades of Grey: New Approaches to Erotic Romance Fiction (Scholarly papers)

Before and Beyond Fifty Shades of Grey: New Approaches to Erotic Romance FictionDeadline: February 1, 2013 Since the 1970s, both the content and the institutional practices surrounding erotic romance fiction have been transformed. The remarkable popularity of E. L. James’s Fifty Shades of Grey trilogy has brought a number those transformations to light, not just in terms of the novels’ BDSM-inflected sexual content (old news in the romance world) but also in their publishing history, moving from online Twilight fan-fiction to e-book format to paperback bestsellers. Yet the world of erotic romance fiction extends far beyond Fifty Shades—not just historically …

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Sex Stuff: The Tango

I don’t know how to dance, but part of me has always wanted to learn. I even went so far as to take ballroom lessons with an ex, but she was as terrible a dance partner as she was a life partner and I couldn’t wait to get out of both situations.Much like a dance, bad situation or scene can cause you to lose interest in an exciting prospect fairly quickly. Particularly a sexual adventure. Sometimes it takes just one wrong slip (haha!) to derail a potentially amazing experience. And one of those amazing experiences that most often goea from …

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Call for Submissions for “Wild Shifters” anthology.

Call for Submissions for “Wild Shifters” anthology.Pink Petal Books, a high-quality boutique publisher, is actively searching for erotic short stories between 7k-15k words for an anthology to be released in September 2013. At this time, we are looking for four to six tales for a 50k-word finished electronic and print book. Both published and unpublished authors are welcome.Theme: Wild ShiftersSmokin’ hot pumas, Native American bears, or classic werewolves—we want your shifter romance! Whatever you can dream up, we’re on board as long as you convince us!If you have or are currently working on a story that might be suitable, please …

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Why Men Lose Their Sexual Libido

I’m not gonna lie, I’m about to have the last birthday before my 40th. And again, truth be told, I am a bit distressed about my own libido. I’m busy, I’m tired, I’m sore…and so on. These are all thoughts that are happening more often than not. And this is distressing to me! Which is why I like this article Why Men Lose Their Sexual Libido by Dr. Pamela Spurr. I ain’t givin’ up on this! Sex is far to important to me! Some of the ideas here might seem basic, but they’re good to be reminded of. All too …

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What I Hate About 50 Shades of Grey…

…is the people I have to talk to about the books.I was at a party the other night, and whenever it comes up that I write/organize around/enjoy erotica, the topic necessarily turns to THE BOOKS. Of course it does. 50 Shades of Grey was once of those once-in-a-lifetime pop culture moments that will long be remembered/referenced/spoofed/derided.Long-time readers (or listeners of Sex City) will know that I don’t have issue with the books, as most “serious” erotica writers/readers do. They are poorly written (many manuscripts are until after editors get a hold of them) and the link between past trauma and …

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Call for Submissions for “Hot Rods Hot Bods” anthology.

Call for Submissions for “Hot Rods Hot Bods” anthology.Pink Petal Books, a high-quality boutique publisher, is actively searching for erotic short stories between 7k-15k words for an anthology to be released in July 2013. At this time, we are looking for four to six tales for a 50k-word finished electronic and print book. Both published and unpublished authors are welcome.Theme: Hot Rods Hot BodsDo you have a story about a sexy motorhead and their romantic interest? Is your ripped hero a Nascar driver? Or is your smoldering heroine a title-holding drag racer? We want your story!If you have or are …

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Making Your Heart Thump: Katrina McKay has the Rx for Romance

Y’all ready for the red season? Hearts and cupids and chocolate? The most romantic day of the whole damn year? Well, I had the chance to chat with Katrina McKay, Owner & Director, Products of Ohhh Canada who is keen to make sure you have romantic and sextacular days all year long! And she’s putting on a fun and fantastic event, Rx for Romance that you are invited to! Draw a heart around February 8th on your calendar then register for free guest list online at www.OhhhRx.eventbrite.com now to attend Rx for Romance at The Spoke Club on Friday, February 8th from 7 PM …

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Erotica Call for Submissions: Tales of the Black Guard

Tales of the Black GuardEditor: Nobilis ReedPublisher: Nobilis Erotica podcastPayment: $25 for audio rightsDeadline: Ongoing Nobilis Reed is now accepting submissions for an audio (and possibly ebook) anthology titled “Tales of the Black Guard.” The basic idea for these stories is laid out in the foundation story, “The Lady in Black,” which is episode 259 of the Nobilis Erotica podcast. These are erotic BDSM stories set in a space opera setting. If you have not listened to that episode, please do not submit your story. If your story is not erotic, do not submit your story. If your story does …

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The Tease: Classique Silvr coming up on Sex City

The Tease is a new part of Sex in Words wherein I will give a glimpse to my readers what is coming up the next time I host Sex City (January 29!). I am delighted that one of my guests will be Classique Silvr, a 66-year old domina and BDSM accessory and toy maker. Check out this bit of interview and be ready for much more when she’s on the show! What prompted you to become a professional Domina?After a long marriage and several long court battles my financial situation deemed some type of work necessary. It was a decision which …

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Sex News! I love it! January 20, 2013

Best of 2012! Camille Crimson’s Top 10 Places to Give a Blowjob (NSFW)The End of Courtship?Sex shop decision will ‘open the floodgates to illegal trade’Last Tango in Paris: 40 years later, sexual controversy isn’t so controversial any moreThe Facts About Women and OrgasmAfternoon DelightTalk to Your Partner About Sex…and Reap the BenefitsCondoms in Porn? Just Another Day at Wicked PicturesThe Newest Sex Toys Make Pleasure Serious BusinessOKCupid releases ‘Crazy Blind Dates’ appErotic Webcomics 101Seniors online datingCleis Press and Viva Editions Announces Release of E-Treats: E-Book OriginalsSex Without Borders: Public ResponseSundance 2013: Let’s talk about sexSweden: Mandatory Sterilization of Transgender People …

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Would I be James Deen’s Friend?

James Deen is quite the character.I was introduced to his blog while back, and I find it so contradictory. It annoys me that he can’t use capital letters, isn’t keen on grammar and frequently starts his posts with something about fucking a porn star.But then, he’ll mix some incredible insight into the industry, or personalities or life in general in there, on both the blog and in other interviews.If we were to meet, I think I’d be both bothered by him and entirely enamoured of him.Funny, I also am not sure if I’ve ever seen his work. Probably, but I’m …

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