Down and Dirty Sex Secrets

by Tristan Taormino

Book Overview

Gen-X sexperttristan Taormino goes beyond the basics for an edgy and playful book of sex secrets that help adventurous couples take their sex lives a step farther. From her popular columns and website to her videos and speaking enagagements, Tristan Taormino has been garnering raves for her no-holds-barred straight-talk about sex. As a sex educator, Tristan has listened to thousands of peoples most intimate sexual questions. Finally, shes written...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0060988924
• ISBN13: 9780060988920
• Release Date: February 2003
• Publisher: William Morrow & Company
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.3" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

good, simple, real

Good book.Used real language, real information, and real inspiration to put together a great new sex-ed reader for curious/adventurous adults.I got a lot out of it - and I think that was her point.Reading the intro to the book really hleped me understand why an outspoken queer woman is stopping and taking the time to write a sex guide that is basically aimed at the non-queer population.I think she pulled it off great and I appreciate her insight into the common-man's sex life.Thanks.

Sex Down and Dirty

This is a book that isn't afraid to get dirty with sex and is willing to take you along for the ride. The author is knowledgeable about the subjects she discusses and even puts emphasis on certain favorites of hers. The style and frankness are what set this book apart. If you get put off by the use of explicit language or what might be considered crude than you probably want another book. If you're looking for a walk on the wilder side of the bedroom than this is a good book to pick up. It discusses adult videos/books/etc. , bdsm for beginners, role-play, anatomy, anal play for him and her, and female ejaculation. Down and dirty indeed. I give the book an A+ on the StuPage.

Highly Informative

Reading through this book, I was impressed not only by Tristan's knowledge of various "sexuality topics," but also the easygoing style she writes in. She immediately makes you comfortable reading and discussing various items, it's almost as if you were meeting her for coffee and discussing things like what sex toy to buy, what adult video might be best, etc. She mentions her former job at a woman-owned sex toy shop in NYC called Toys in Babeland and how she was partially motivated to write this book based on her experiences working there, in her desire to further educate people about sex.And that's another thing I loved about this book; the amount of information about various items, such as different types of vibrators and dildoes, a chapter about the G-spot and female ejaculation, sexual communication and safe sex, a section on female anatomy, and a chapter about "back door betties and bend over boys (anal sex)," just to name a few. And the accompanying illustrations (esp the female anatomy ones) are wonderful too. Tristan knows quite a bit about the topics she discusses and it shows. I would recommend this book to anyone.I'm so glad to live in an era where sex-positive information is readily available. Bravo Tristan for a job well done!

better than apple pie

I found this book to be a surprising hit amoung my friends!Taormino has an amazing and frank writing style and an obvious knowledgeable grasp on her topics. I literally couldn't put the book down (and I'm NOT a big reader!). I got the feeling that Taormino honestly cares about my sex life. (is that wierd?) It's like she is reaching out with some of the things that she might find to be common parts of a healthy and hot sex life BUT shares them in a down to earth way for those of us that still find them new...I also thought that the structure of the book was fantastic.(my partner just likes to flip through it and look at all the diagrams and lists and stuff!)Killer addition to any willing and curious couple.

Helpful guide to many areas of sexuality

Pucker Up is easy-to-read and has a lot of useful information that has definitely perked up my sex life. Taormino is very open and shares details about her life and why she cares so much about helping people with their sex lives. She covers everything from the female g-spot, sex toys including vibrators and dildos, to anal sex, safe sex, porn, and BDSM. She also includes questions from readers about all of these topics and answers them. The book is easy to read and comes with a resource guide to find out more information. It's easy to read straight through or skip to chapters that are of particular interest. She also emphasizes communicating with your partner and truly getting to know your own body and desires, which is very important. Altogether a helpful, interesting and intelligent guide to sexuality for men and women.