• Youth friendly comic about the wide variety of queer and trans identities.

• Explores gender identity, gender expression, and sexuality through colorful comics and simple, accessible language.  

From the publisher:

In this quick and easy guide to queer and trans identities, cartoonists Mady G and J.R. Zuckerberg guide you through the basics of the LGBTQ+ 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!

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Authors: Mady G, J.R. Zuckerberg

Publisher: Limerence Press (2019)

Pages: 56

Authors

Mady G. is a cartoonist and illustrator based in New York State. No stranger to wildlife and natural wonders, they spent most of their childhood exploring in the northeastern U.S. and in southwestern Canada, surrounded by all kinds of flora and fauna. They are passionate about LGBTQ+ and human rights, especially the rights of transgender and gender non-conforming people, and hope to contribute to a more loving and less judgmental world.

J.R. Zuckerberg is a cartoonist, illustrator, and craftsperson living in Brooklyn, NY. They grew up in the middle of the woods of New York state and have always drawn inspiration from their observations of flora and fauna. They've created playful illustrations for children's magazines, journal comics galore, and a number of self-published mini comics. J.R. is so excited to debut the microcosm of the sproutlings in a Quick & Easy Guide to Queer and Trans Identities!

• Colorful, engaging guide to exploring sex and disability.

• Written for a wide audience - great for folks with disabilities who are exploring their sexuality and non-disabled partners.

• Many kinds of disabilities, ages, races, and body types are represented.

• Primarily focused on sex and physical accessibility.

• Non-explicit, good for beginners and young adults.

From the publisher:

A quick, easy, and educational comic book guide that will help change the way we talk about sex and sexuality for all bodies.

All different kinds of bods want to connect with other bods, but lots of them get left out of the conversation when it comes to S-E-X. As explained by disabled cartoonist A. Andrews, this easy-to-read guide covers the basics of disability sexuality, common myths about disabled bodies, communication tips, and practical suggestions for having the best sexual experience possible. Whether you yourself are disabled, you love someone who is, or you just want to know more, consider this your handy starter kit to understanding disability sexuality, and your path to achieving accessible (and fulfilling) sex.

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Author: A. Andrews

Publisher: Limerence Press (2020)

Pages: 72

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A. Andrews is a queer and disabled cartoonist live and working in Minneapolis, Minnesota after a near-decade stay in New York City. They grew up in the Pacific Northwest sketching in hospitals, and are the creator of the Autostraddle webcomic Oh, Hey! It's Alyssa! When they're not drawing their guts out, they are hanging out with their dog, George, and drinking too many coffees.

From the publisher:

For many years the focus of fear and disgust, the anus is actually one of the human body's most wondrous creations—elegant, efficient, and richly supplied with pleasure nerves. However, stress and ignorance can turn the anus and its functions from a source of delight into a painful disability. What's needed is an owner's manual—and here it is! Join therapist and sexologist Jack Morin, Ph.D., on this tour of the anus, complete with information and exercises to open the door to new sources of comfort and gratification. You'll unlearn habits that can cause everything from hemorrhoids to chronic pelvic pain—and, if you choose, learn new ways of achieving solo and partnered pleasures through this humblest of portals.

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Author: Jack Morin, Ph.D.

Publisher: Down There Press (2010)

Pages: 256

From the publisher:

Sex educator Carlyle Jansen has all of the tips and techniques to ease you into butt play and anal pleasure. Anal play is so much more than just intercourse. Learn all of the sexiest secrets of fingering, licking, and using toys. Even try some erotic fantasy and role play. Discover the pleasure of G-spot or P-spot stimulation and even more styles of sexy anal play.

So try something new with your lover. Anal Sex Basics covers everything a beginner to butt play will need, from choosing your lube to learning the best positions. But more than just technique, this guide also helps you to bring up anal sex with your partner and make your adventures as fun and safe as possible.

"Carlyle Jansen is simply one of the best sex educators in North America. Honest, funny, and engaging, she wins over clients and audiences with her inclusive style and thorough subject knowledge. Each time I hear her speak, I learn something new and leave feeling empowered and inspired." –Jessica O'Reilly, Ph.D. noted sexologist and author of The New Sex Bible

About the Author

Carlyle Jansen is the founder of Good for Her, Toronto's premier sexuality shop and workshop center; author of Sex Yourself; and producer of the annual Feminist Porn Awards. Carlyle has been teaching workshops and coaching individuals and couples looking to enhance their sexual lives since 1995. She is passionate about education for everyone, and her teaching audience ranges from sexual health professionals and sex therapists to youth and parents, TV audiences, and informal groups of folks looking for fun ways to improve their sexual experiences. She is a regular contributor to Tonic magazine; has been featured in the Toronto Star, Maclean's magazine, Globe and Mail, and Montreal Gazette; and has appeared on the Discovery Channel, Women's Television Network, CBC, and many television stations and documentaries. She lives in Toronto, Canada.

 

Big Big Love (Revised) is a sex and relationship guide for people interested in fat bodies. Whether you're fat, attracted to fat folks, or both, this book provides practical information and insights that you'll be able to really use. It's witty, intelligently written and unflinching in its critical examination of fatphobic culture. This revised edition features new illustrations, commentary from sexual health professionals, activists and experts, and lots of quotes and anecdotes from participants in a survey conducted especially for this book. It's an entertaining and empowering read that is not to be missed.

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Author: Hanne Blank

Publisher: Celestial Arts (Revised Edition 2011)

Pages: 240

 

Ties that bind--and unleash your erotic desires "Adult education" has an entirely new meaning, thanks to this first-of-its-kind guide to bondage in consensual relationships. Authored by renowned bondage expert Chanta Rose, his book corrects the many misconceptions about bondage and introduces readers to the intensely stimulating world of kinky sex. With professional, step-by-step instructions and graphic, full-color photography, the book allows Chanta Rose to escort her readers to a world of dominance, submission and ultimate sexual pleasure. If you're curious about bondage--or are seriously fantasizing about trying it--don't miss out on one of lovemaking's kinkiest turn-ons. Chanta Rose wants to show you the ropes!

From the publisher:

Contemporary relationships are in a state of rapid evolution. These changes can and should empower people with the opportunity to develop partnerships based on their own sexualities, understandings, and agreements. This makes it possible to create what Kenneth Haslam, founder of the Kinsey Institute’s Polyamory Archive, has called “designer relationships.”

Designer relationships may encompass: people who bond emotionally but not sexually; people who agree to be non-exclusive; single people who have occasional lovers or friends with benefits; multiple partner configurations where long-term bonds exist among all or some; partnerships in which people are kinky and that make room to explore kink.

The possibilities are limitless, and thinking about a partnership as something people can craft allows for flexibility and change. Relationships can open and close or have varying degrees and kinds of openness as circumstances demand. In the context of a designer relationship, decisions are made mutually, consciously, and deliberately. Best-selling authors and nationally known relationship experts Patricia Johnson and Mark A. Michaels are exemplars of this life choice, and have studied polyamory for over 20 years. This book explains exactly how you and your loved ones can design your own life and love.

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Author: Mark A. Michaels and Patricia Johnson

Publisher: Cleis Press (September 15, 2015)

Pages: 208 pages

Our take:

• We love this fun introduction to sex, featuring all kinds of bodies in all kinds of situations! 

• This is a great reference people of many experiences levels, but we especially recommend The Basics to adults who are just starting to explore their sexuality, whether that's alone or with others.

• 160 pages, softcover

 

From the publisher:

Erika and Matthew are ready to talk about sex!

Have you ever had a question about sex, but didn't know who to ask? Well, Erika and Matthew have spent years learning, talking, and creating informative comics about all aspects of sex. Using comics, jokes, and frank communication, they're here to demystify the world of sex and answer your questions—including ones you might not even know you had!

In this first book of the Drawn to Sex series, they explore the practical side of sex, from the basics of what defines sex, to barriers and testing, masturbation, and the ins-and-outs of having sex with other people.

Pick up this fun book if you’re looking to learn something new, understand sexuality better, or know someone (maybe you!) who might benefit from some judgment-free education. Erika and Matthew are here to help you out.

Reviews:

"This is a sex-positive gulp of fresh air."

– Publishers Weekly

"A sense of joy and wonder pervades the whole book, and Moen and Nolan want a sense of joy and wonder to pervade your sex life too."

– Manhattan Book Review

"I dare you to read this without immediately running out your door to try everything with the babely humans in your life."

– Autostraddle

Author

Erika Moen is a veteran of nearly 20 years in the comics industry. She is best known for her autobiographical story DAR! A Super Girly Top Secret Comic Diary and the sex toy review/sex education series Oh Joy Sex Toy. Her work focuses on sex, sexuality, identity, and fart jokes. She lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband and creative partner Matthew Nolan.

Matthew Nolan is wise beyond his years. He's been helping make sex education comics for the past five years and still looks great doing it. He lives in Portland with his wife Erika Moen, and cat Flapjack, who doesn't contribute to the comics at all, despite living off of the proceeds. Lazy, if you ask me. Matt's almost entirely grey, despite only being in his 30s!

The craft, the science and the loving art of flogging...by a 30-year veteran master flogger! Possibly the most exciting popular activity in the erotic power exchange lexicon, flogging offers sensations ranging from gentle massage through tearing agony. Leatherman/educator Joseph W. Bean explains how to choose a flogger, negotiate a scene, read your partner's mental and physical state, select patterns and strokes to create a palette of sensation, and much more! By Joseph W. Bean

This zine-style publication is an amazing resource for trans women and their sex partners, and anyone who wants to learn more about trans women's sexuality. Part practical sex guide, part advice manual, part personal narrative, this book is insightful and witty and has a visual style that recalls all your favorite black and white collaged zines from the 90's. Trans inclusive sex guides are hard to find, and trans focused guides even more so. Sometimes when there's a shortage of a particular type of resource, it's easy to settle for a mediocre choice. That's definitely not the case here. Bellwether has written a wonderfully detailed, intelligent sex guide that is strengthened by the presence of her own voice and experiences throughout.

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Author: Mira Bellwether

Publisher: Amazon Createspace

Pages: 75

This comprehensive and up-to-date guide is an excellent self care resource for people experiencing pelvic pain, and a thorough medical reference for lay people and professionals. Although the intended audience is cisgender, heterosexual women, people of all genders will find this book extremely useful for understanding pelvic health. In fact, the book's deeply compassionate and thorough approach to chronic pelvic pain makes it arguably the best book available on the subject. Our staff highly recommends this book for anyone who is struggling with a pelvic pain condition, or who needs help communicating with their health care provider about sexual pain.

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Authors: Deborah Coady MD, MSW, Nancy Fish MPH

Publisher: Seal Press (November 1st, 2011)

Pages: 400

 

From the publisher:

Are you looking to explore the kinkier side of your sex life on the weekends, or are you looking to move into a full time 24/7 D/s relationship with your mistress? Do you have a chest full of high-end sex toys or simply a kitchen drawer full of pervertables? Do you spend your days dreaming of wilder sex but don’t know how to start?

Whether you’re just dipping your toes into kink or consider yourself more sadistic than de Sade himself, Morpheous shows you how to be bad, and how to do it right. From making balloon anal beads and using wrist shackles all the way to vacuum beds and play piercing, How to Be Kinkier is your essential guide to finding out just how kinky you really are!

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Author: Morpheous

Publisher: Green Candy Press (2012)

Pages: 382