Swinging for Beginners: An Introduction to the Lifestyle (Revised Edition) [Paperback]

Kaye Bellemeade (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 15, 2008

Are you interested in couple-swapping? Sex parties? Group sex? Threesomes? Anonymous sex? Girl/Girl? Orgies? Then Swinging for Beginners: An Introduction to the Lifestyle - the Revised Edition is a book you definitely need to read. It's been said that the couple who plays together stays together and this sizzling how-to book tells everything you need to know to get started in this sexy lifestyle. This includes information on dating, what to wear, what to do at clubs and parties, single men, jealousy, threesomes, how to meet other swingers and how to deal with it all and much more. In Swinging for Beginners: An Introduction to the Lifestyle - the Revised Edition, you'll not only find out the basics, but also read about steamy real-life experiences that will give you a real taste of what to expect once you get started. So are you prepared to delve more deeply into the secret world of the swinging lifestyle? Do you think you're ready to join in on the fun? Are you ready to see just what the Swinging Lifestyle is all about? If so, this book can help you get started. C'mon. You know you're curious.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Kaye Bellemeade has been involved in the Lifestyle for several years. This is her first book on the subject. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 212 pages
• Publisher: New Tradition Books; Revised edition (May 15, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1932420711
• ISBN-13: 978-1932420715
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #530,533 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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72 of 74 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Curious about Swinging? Start with this book..., March 24, 2005

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R. F. Cooney "shannonelizabeth" (Cranston, RI United States) - See all my reviews
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I decided to research this topic from a psychological perspective and started exploring books that are still available to read (many go out of print quickly). This 245 page paperback by a married woman in the "lifestyle" with her husband for a while now was the best book that I found. Let me say that this book is not just for beginners -- there is something here for all who choose to investigate swinging. The book covers pretty much all aspects/questions concerning swinging. While it is not a scientific study, it is one person's opinions and personal accounts and they appear genuine and accurate. The author looks at roughly 75 or so areas directly related to swinging, covering pretty much all of the bases, including: who are swingers?, single men/women in swinging, jealousy, costs involved, clubs and parties, precautions, suitability for the lifestyle, etc., etc. She cites what she describes as the three rules of swinging: 1."Swinging is what you make it. Swinging is about letting go of outdated notions about sex and relationships. It's about giving up hang-ups and allowing yourself to be completely free while allowing your lover to do the same. 2. You must go into swinging for the right reasons. And those reasons include wanting to get closer to your lover and to get in touch with who you really are and the sexual being inside of you. 3. Swinging is a very private thing between you and your partner and not between you and the rest of the world."

The "personal and related experiences" used throughout the book are very enlightening and add to the flow and readability of the book. Obviously, this is not a book for everyone. However, if you, alone or with a partner, are considering the swinging lifestyle, this is an excellent book to get your hands on and read.

I think that for a relatively small paperback it is a bit overpriced ($16.95 US) yet there are so few books like it that it is worth the price if you are truly serious about this topic. On the other hand, look for a used copy as you may well find one around. I might also note that some of the typographical and grammatical errors are annoying but don't detract from the message that the book seeks to deliver. The book is indeed "upfront and honest" and a quick read. Note: I read "Considering Swinging" by Ed and Dana Allen before this book. That is a 53 page booklet which is not nearly as good/helpful as this book, in my opinion.

Ms. Bellemeade has done an admiral job of introducing the swinging lifestyle to beginners. Check it out if you are inquisitive about this topic...

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for Beginners, July 21, 2003

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Excellent for Beginners! The book truly taught us everything we needed to know, discuss together, prepare for and how to understand all the emotions and feelings involved after a first date. We are having a blast, but I sure couldnt see just going into it blind. The book made my wife much more comfortable. We read about 5 or 6 books and this was the best one we found so far.

21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent intro to the "lifestyle", September 5, 2003

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This book is extremely well written and we found it very informative.It treats the subject as it should be treated, not too heavy and not too lightly. At times it is also very amusing.The first person experiences and related experiences are sometimes amusing and give food for thought. The book answered just about all our questions, (and we had were quite a few!)and helped us in our decision to try the lifestyle. Praise for Kaye for writing in a straightforward, informative and amusing manner.