For singles and couples looking to take a walk on the wild side but questioning where to begin, How to be Kinky offers the perfect starting place. Instead of emphasizing techniques and clinical issues, it takes a more practical approach, with advice on finding a scene, negotiating kinky play with a partner, maintaining boundaries, kinky uses for common household objects, and the proper protocol at fetish events, as well as the basics of BDSM play and role-playing.
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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful
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This book is exactly what the title claims. It's definitely for newbies looking to add a little spice to the bedroom and or basement. The author recommends that readers "take your time to learn what gets you hot and bothered and rest assured that just because you like a little bit of 'tie me up with some slap and tickle' in the bedroom doesn't necessarily mean you will give up your day job and start wearing leather 24/7." The sex educator author of this tome, further "wants to encourage others to explore their sexuality in a safe way without fear of reprisal, guilt, or shame either with one partner, or several, or solo. Flirt with your urges and explore."
The author, Morpheous, who is also a Toronto-based fetish photographer/artist has illustrated this beginner's guide book with many of his own pictures. Those images are more relaxed than most fetish photography in that the models are all having a good time; smiling, giggling, smirking and enjoying their role playing. This is a big improvement over the usual images that are designed to illustrate and reinforce the erotic aspects of fantasies of pain, punishment, fear and suffering. This is also a more realist portrayal of the activities detailed in this volume. The writing style has a touch of Toronto to it and that's a good thing. One of the more unusual chapters is a step-by-step guide for the reader and his partner to safely visit a professional Dominatrix or "Domina" as well as exploring the non-professional scene. This is an excellent guide for those people who will quickly discover that they only want to add a little kink as a form of foreplay to their normal sexual relationships. There are so many kinds of kinky activities including theatrical role playing and a whole universe of desirable, very sexy fetish fashions to collect that people in long-term relationships will greatly enhance their traditional love life. Practicing a little fetish adds some spark to what may have become routine.
It provides lots of opportunities throughout the day for planning and dreaming up the next exciting fantasy session(s). It encourages new forms of creativity and communication. That kind of full-time anticipation makes the love making itself infinitely more satisfying. A little hidden bruise, hickey, scratch mark or extra tender nipple from an earlier love making session provides constant reminders of the previous night's bliss.
The author, Morpheous, who is also a Toronto-based fetish photographer/artist has illustrated this beginner's guide book with many of his own pictures. Those images are more relaxed than most fetish photography in that the models are all having a good time; smiling, giggling, smirking and enjoying their role playing. This is a big improvement over the usual images that are designed to illustrate and reinforce the erotic aspects of fantasies of pain, punishment, fear and suffering. This is also a more realist portrayal of the activities detailed in this volume. The writing style has a touch of Toronto to it and that's a good thing. One of the more unusual chapters is a step-by-step guide for the reader and his partner to safely visit a professional Dominatrix or "Domina" as well as exploring the non-professional scene. This is an excellent guide for those people who will quickly discover that they only want to add a little kink as a form of foreplay to their normal sexual relationships. There are so many kinds of kinky activities including theatrical role playing and a whole universe of desirable, very sexy fetish fashions to collect that people in long-term relationships will greatly enhance their traditional love life. Practicing a little fetish adds some spark to what may have become routine.
It provides lots of opportunities throughout the day for planning and dreaming up the next exciting fantasy session(s). It encourages new forms of creativity and communication. That kind of full-time anticipation makes the love making itself infinitely more satisfying. A little hidden bruise, hickey, scratch mark or extra tender nipple from an earlier love making session provides constant reminders of the previous night's bliss.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Aurora
Format:Paperback
I really enjoyed this book! I am not new to BDSM, it has been a passion for about 20 years, but even with this much experience I found it informative, engaging and very funny. I dare anyone to read about the author's mother's dishwasher and not LOL. I think this will be a classic and a must have for every kinkster's library.
Well done!
Aurora
Well done!
Aurora
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By J. Ephgrave
Format:Paperback
Finally a reader-friendly how to book! This book is as user-friendly as it gets...the author writes as if he's actually talking right to you. The book is broken down into categories, so whether you're just curious about one little thing, or you've been online for years and think you're a pro but haven't ventured beyond your living room, this book is for you! I read this book cover to cover and frequently return to my favorite chapters. Buy this book and go sit by your mailbox. Its *that* good.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
For the very novice
I guess I was hoping for a little more in depth information. This book is for the very novice (or "vanilla"). If you're new to kink, this would be an OK book.
Published 4 months ago by Lisa
4.0 out of 5 stars
better intro than "50 shades"
A much better intro than that "50 shades" insult to kink- at least this one reflects reality.
I have already sold it onward for others to enjoy and learn from! Great photos!
I have already sold it onward for others to enjoy and learn from! Great photos!
Published 8 months ago by Trillian
1.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Awful
I received this book for free at a local event, and I expected what the title stated: a beginner's guide - a how-to book. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mephistopheles
5.0 out of 5 stars
Morpheous is the king of kink
My husband and I loved this book!
We especially liked:
1) The Structure: Chapters are short, easy to read, and each outlines a specific aspect of kinky play. Read more
We especially liked:
1) The Structure: Chapters are short, easy to read, and each outlines a specific aspect of kinky play. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Emmanuelle Undine
5.0 out of 5 stars
How to be kinky: a beginners guide to BDSM
I absolutely love this book,it explores not only the many different aspects of BDSM lifestyle,it also goes into terms and definitions to widen your understanding of them. Read more
Published 16 months ago by carissa
2.0 out of 5 stars
Save your money...
There was only a few sections that were interesting. Each chapter was filled with "drop-in" sections from other people. Distracting and not needed. To me this book was boring. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Webwar
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good intro
I feel that this book is a great introduction to the world of BDSM. This book gets readers used to the idea of and reassures them that they are not alone in their quest for kink. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Katie boylan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Enlightening and even Mother-Approved! ;)
This is an extremely well-written and informative work. Morpheous describes the fascinating varieties of human sexuality in such a scholarly and witty style that even the most... Read more
Published on February 9, 2011 by Stephanie
5.0 out of 5 stars
Recommended Reading For Those Entering the Scene
Those more familiar with the media-sensationalized aspects of the BDSM community expecting Morpheous to be the Marquis de Sade will be pleasantly disappointed. Read more
Published on January 23, 2011 by Tiamat
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not as good as I was expcting
This book is more geared toward how to do kinky acts instead of how to start into a kinky lifestyle or kinky scenes. Read more
Published on January 3, 2011 by Isreah
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