Based on original research from nearly 1,600 women from the kink community, this book takes you on a journey into the motivations, meanings, and benefits of kink, in these women’s own words. Women and Kink presents a diverse range of personal and intimate stories about life, love, relationships, kink, sex, self-discovery, growth, resilience, community, and more. The book offers insight into the breadth of the kink community, with chapters discussing different aspects of kink and forms of engagement, both individually and within relationships.
Key Features
- Diverse Personal Stories: Features a variety of narratives from women within the kink community.
- Insightful Commentary: Includes reflections and thought-provoking questions to encourage exploration.
- Resource for Professionals: Serves as a valuable tool for sex therapists, counsellors, and mental health professionals.
Additional Information
Filled throughout with personal vignettes and examples, the authors provide commentary, reflection questions, and thought-provoking considerations to readers who are looking to explore a new area of their life. By exploring personal stories of love, alternative sexualities, and reasons for participating in the "unconventional," the book supports and empowers each reader to build a relationship and life that best suits their needs. It is also an illuminating resource for sex therapists, counsellors, and other mental health professionals interested in developing a kink-affirmative practice.
