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1 comments about The Bagladys Guide to Elegant Living: Learn to Love the Life You Have.

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   Wow, again! What a simple story but with profound truths. Fun to read.
   Easy storyline to follow. I could identify with the lady struggling to find herself.
   
   Diana West

5 comments about How to Have a XXX Sex Life: The Ultimate Vivid Guide.

1. you see one and you see them all. i am sure that there are some that are better than others, but this is not one of the better ones. your significant other won't miss out on any sexual pleasure, if you don't read this book.



2. I couldn't BELIEVE how much I learned from this book-- the Vivid Girls are amazingly HOT! Jenna, Tawny, Kira, Briana, Dasha, Mercedez, Sunrise (especilly SUNRISE!!), and Savanna can out-write and out-**** Emily, Anne, and Charlotte Bronte any day of the week! And Jane Austen-- forget it! (If she'd had this book before she met Harris Bigg-Wither, the marriage never would have been called off!!) Throw away that copy of Northanger Abbey and get down to the nitty-gritty with Briana: she'll tell you how to make love in your refrigerator! I'll never look at the vegetable-crisping drawer the same way again! And Dasha's relaxation techniques will allow even the most inhibited of partners to receive BEYOND-THE-ELBOW satisfaction-- wow!! Just WOW!!!



3. I picked this book up when I was in a dating drought, and some of the info in here does help. Yes each person is different and all people men or women who read this little book will take something from it. No it is not great liteary art but is something fun to read or a good coffee table book for a single fellow. I have been lucky enough to have this book autographed by 4 of the women who have submitted material. It makes a great keep sake.



4. This book offered views from both female and male adult film stars, on how to try new things and introduce them to your partner. This book also offered personal experiences of these stars, and was a very good read.



5. If you are interested in a better sex life but are monogamous, this book is NOT for you. This book is not intended for the marriage minded. I give it five stars in respect to the author. It was not what I was looking for, buyer beware.

5 comments about I'd Rather Eat Chocolate: Learning to Love My Low Libido.

1. I disagree with "Nancy." This book is not about stuffing your face with chocolate--sounds like she's getting a little hysterical about it. Jesus, no one said you had to buy the book. If not desiring a lot of sex is always about boredom for women, then how come their husbands aren't getting bored? They're the one's who want the sex, that's the problem.
   
   Let me tell you, if woman is bored in bed, there are not too many men who wouldn't be eager to act out any fantasies a woman has. Men have lots of fantasies of their own they'd be willing to try, and they sure as hell wouldn't mind trying out their wive's. Personally, my husband has lots of suggestions for fantasies, for me, it's too many actually. Maybe I'm the freak. But what's your problem? Couldn't tell your guy you wanted to experiment? So now you're bored?
   
   "Chocolate" is an excellent, laugh-out-loud funny book. Not a quick fix like the usual "for a lifetime" crap. Maybe it's not for you, but it speaks for many of us. I ordered two for me and my sister.



2. I feel sex can be exciting, satisfying, happy and pleasurable, if a person has a healthy attitude about sex. Joan Sewell describes sex as dirty, dreadful and an invasion, sounds a lot like scrubbing a toilet to me. If this is her description of sex, I have to wonder how healthy a mental attitude she has about sex. If this book has helped ladies to deal with sex honestly, then good. But for me it caused me to question why a guy would ever want to have a long-term relationship without a mistress. One lady who was a roommate or sister-type of relationship with no sex and one lady to have a sexual relationship with. If you are looking to solve your low libido, then this is not the book for you. If you are looking to justify your low libido, then this is the book for you and you have reached the promised land. This book is not about love or low libido. This book is about emotional dependency, not wanting to be alone and the lack of desire to deal with sexual issues.



3. Goodness, how I unjoyed this book. And how I relate to Joan Sewell. And how many girlfriends I gave the book to. And how many of them told me the same thing - if it was not to keep their husband happy, they would not initiate sex ever, or maybe very rarely. How many women fake sexual attraction and enjoyment, how many of us just want it to be over...
   
   The book is very well written, funny, articulate and honest, it feels like a conversation with a dear, scrappy and intelligent girlfriend. Joan Sewell does not gloss over the tough parts of being asexual, she touches upon very intimate topics and I applaud her for her honesty. But I think men will give this book very low ratings - it is full of uncomfortable truths about how we cheat them in order to keep them happy.



4. I had such high hopes for this book. The first 1/4 of the book was good. I could relate. After that it became boring. I didn't relate to her humor or her for that matter. I was a bit disappointed in the last 3/4 of the book. All in all, this book really does not help a woman with a low libido. It made me feel even worse.



5. 
   I'm a woman, and I think that I have a higher libido than either Joan Sewell or her husband, but I really enjoyed this book. It made me think about the way female sexuality is portrayed in our culture. It also made me think hard about my libido and what sort of sex I'd like / need in a long term relationship. I have found myself taking an inventory of my sexual desires and priorities and asking my boyfriend about his.
   
   I don't necessarily agree with the author that all women have lower sex drives than men, since I feel very differently about sex than Joan, but I do think it's important for women to acknowledge their own desires and limitations prior to making a commitment with someone. Also, it's important to think about whether we're really respecting our own desires, or whether we're blindly responding to media portrayals of women, a la Sex and The City.
   
   I think this book challenges women to look honestly at themselves and their sexuality. Joan Sewell has a low libido, which is not a failing on her part, but just a biological fact. I have a higher libido, but I still found this book useful. Whatever your libido, I think it's good to take stock and to be honest with your partner about what you really want and need.

4 comments about What Turns Us On.

1. A very honest, VERY Sexy, really fun look at the things that arouse us. Great for inspiring fantasies, opening converation between partners, and, well, turning the reader on! Sexy fun alone or read with someone you love!



2. This book, is the ultimate reality book about sex and how different people view it. I liked the part about romance as I did about "I see you" voyerism. It made me hot one moment, then all tingly about the perserverence of love.



3. The Finzes' tribute to Nancy Friday's groundbreaking and endlessly fascinating series is entertaining, but clearly these "real confessions" have had more than a little editorial help from these writers of "dozens of erotic novels." Even their clumsy attempts to provide some psychological context for the stories is straight from Friday's outline.

   Allegedly taken from respondents to newspaper ads inviting people to discuss their fantasies, they read more like excerpts from Penthouse Forum than the voices of the contributors themselves. Make no mistake, some of the material is hot, and a mainstream audience may find their boundaries stretched by some of the voyeurism, exhibitionism, and group sex, but if you're looking for authenticity, read My Secret Garden or Women on Top.




4. I really don't believe that these are all real stories. That said, they are still sexy and entertaining. It was a fun read. Some stories seemed to drag on before they got to the "good" parts, however.

5 comments about Flings, Frolics And Forever Afters: A Single Woman's Guide to Romance After Fifty.

1. Yippee! Not too often am I able to write a good review about a
   dating books for older women. In fact, I can't remember the
   last one that I liked. But finally, a good one!
   
   "Flings, Frolics, and Forever Afters: A Single Woman's Guide to
   Romance After Fifty" by Katherine E. Chaddock and Emilie
   Chaddock Egan is a winner.
   
   Here's what I liked about it: This book was clearly written by
   two women over fifty who have been there and done that. They
   know what they are talking about and know how to write -- yea!
   Chaddock and Egan do not talk down to their reader and do not
   infantalize us with cutsey cartoons or think we won't see
   through shallow information. This book is PACKED with
   information. Granted, once in awhile, the authors do slip into
   some not-so-adorable labels like "The Pin Cushion" and "The
   Violin Player," but hey, none of us are perfect.
   
   There's too much good in this book for me to pick out
   illistrations. But I did particularly like what they called "the
   nightie slide" (pg. 174) for finessing the "getting naked" part.
   
   I did NOT like "The Magnolia Principle - the full court girly
   push." Could be because it came from a woman who lived in
   Oxford, Mississippi. I'm in Florida now, but Mississippi is too
   recent in my memory to be able to romantisize Southern Belles.
   
   So, I liked "Flings, Frolics, and Forever Afters" and recommend
   it to any single woman over 50 who is stepping into the dating
   fray. It'll help, believe me!
   
   From Your Romance Caoch, Kathryn Lord
   www.Find-a-Sweetheart.com



2. This book is basically aimed at people who are prepared to turn themselves into lobotomized geriatric Barbies. One reviewer comments here that she doesn't approve of them telling women to fake an orgasm --- what I find even worse is advising women to get facial surgery! (Hey, don't forget that American culture dictates that you only have yourself to blame if you no longer appear to be 35.)
   
   The basic premise is that, because of the reduced number of men available for us menopausal mavericks, we have to enter into stiff competition with the other ladies in order to be fitter, better dressed, whiter-toothed, and overally boucier and happier than our competition (heaven forbid that a potential partner might see the real person). This reminds me of advice I read in a teenage magazine some 40 years ago: "A *really* clever girl knows how to lose *convincingly* at tennis". My attitude is now what it was then --- if that's what it takes, count me out.
   
   Also, most of the advice is for people without "real lives". If you are engaged in an actual active, engaging career (you know, one where you might be unable to just up and move to some other place in the US because the dating prospects might improve), you don't have time for all this gym hopping, manicure parlour visiting, volunteering, joining sports clubs etc. Hey --- Georgia O'Keefe didn't have to put up with this nonsense.
   
   Oh, and yes, I *am* "over 13" (even in dog years).



3. I was disappointed in this book for all the reasons mentioned by Ms. Janis. All of her comments ring true, everyday. I too remember articles about losing at tennis or "50 ways to make him happy" published in magazines of my youth. I also remember being told that if I wanted to find a man, I had to be less-smart and ditch my glasses. Well here I am, new to the 50 Club, still wearing glasses and smarter than ever! If my only chance for finding romance with a man who may have ED, looks as bad as Jack Nicholson did in "Something's Gotta Give" and is hooked on Viagra - I'll stay home and watch old movies on TCM. In short, why should I sacrifice who I am and bother with the face-lifts, new teeth and other false-hoods that society still fosters when all men over 50 want is a younger woman who will boost their image and ego. Amen!



4. This is a fun book, written by two very enthusiastic, positive women. I found it very enjoyable to read and got a kick out of it. This is a terrific book for women who are looking for a romantic partner/marriage or those who just need to get out of a tiresome routine. This book has lots of good suggestions on how to leave the doldrums/stagnation and get into the social swim. It is encouraging and very optimistic. The book offers good guidelines on how to zero in on a man who is suitable and harmonious while respecting and honoring your own needs and wants. The writing exercise on Action Goals and Life Pattern Goals is very valuable, regardless of where you are in life!



5. This IS a fun read, and addresses all the aspects of flings and frolics and forever afters in a manner that helped me determine what is right for me. Definitely a romantic look at all the possibilities, it helped me think about aspects of dating I may not have considered. This one gave me the courage to get out there because it also gave me a sense of my own boundaries and how to honor myself.

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5 comments about Dolphins, Love and Destiny: YOGA FOR THE SOUL.

1. "Dolphins, Love and Destiny" is a beautiful book, so inspiring, fluid and creative. Ilona's uplifting and gentle voice inspires us to journey into our own realms of consciousness. The book is so moving and compelling that every time I read even just a few pages, I feel so energized and uplifted afterwards!! The way she describes traveling through inner states is so vivid and colorful that it makes us realize we can all achieve, live and travel within these inner holographic pathways. Beautiful book Ilona, thank you!!!!!



2. Ilona Selke has managed to adress the most challenging theme for humans in these times with an amazing honesty, clear thoughts and inspiring eloquency. In sharing her own Life's story, she shows us a very different and enlightened way of dealing with Love and Relationships by including higher Dimensions and developing a new Ethic, that suggests how we can use all relationships to evolve as spiritual beings together. Her story is capturing and I found myself entering more expanded areas of consciousness while reading her book.
   The tools for living a Life in Love and Expansion are very practical and one can apply them immediately. I gave a copy of this book to all my close friends and can truly recommend it to anyone, who is interested in living a much richer and more fulfilled Life!! Thank you Ilona!!



3. Ilona shows us that it is possible to travel to parallel worlds of higher consciousness, to attain and sustain that highly-sought-after "inner state of awareness." Through her profound experiences with humans and dolphins, she shows how our relationships can be be filled with incredible intimacy of the soul. Sharing her life with clandestine transparency, Ilona opens our eyes to the magic of soul-mated love, and to effective manifestation skills; by using imagery and emotion we CAN have what we want in life! Thank you for opening your life to us, Ilona, and for giving us keys to enlightenment!



4. This is Ilona's finest work to date. It goes beyond the usual good read and entertainment. Yes it is that as well, but the depth of insight and remarkable vibration left me both elated and in tears. Her honesty and truth shines forth like a beacon to us all to inspire and transform relationship, self and the world. She lives her words and it is obvious in her writing that her world of magic and miracles can be gained by all if we are willing to do a little homework. Totally inspiring!!!!Regaining Wholeness through the Subtle Dimensions: Where Science Meets Magic



5. This book takes the reader on an incredble adventure within the true magic of our reality. It pushes the boundaries of what we all believe to be true and appropriate and gives us insight as to how we all actually dream our world alive. Thank you so much for this.

2 comments about Kama Sutra: The Perfect Bedside Companion.

1. this kama sutra is true to the original. lots of reading about how to love and your roles before and after becoming a spouse. The cover is fabric and it has a cute little clasp, very classy. But it you're looking for a picture book, this isn't it.



2. This book is not at all what I was looking for. It is mainly about the qualities to look for in a mate in medieval India. While it does have really pretty pictures, there are only about five and they are used over and over in the book. If you want to learn medieval dating techniques and attitudes towrads sex, then this is the book for you. otherwise, don't buy it.

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