50 Shades of Grey (also known as "That Book" in my circles) came out two years ago, quickly followed by its two sequels and a slew of worldwide attention. And a film, which is currently in production, to be released next year. We all know just how popular the 50 Shades phenomenon is - even … [Read more...]
Last-minute Valentine’s Day Ideas
Valentine's Day is... tomorrow?! Blimey, that went quickly. It feels like just yesterday I was fretting over what to get for Christmas... and now I'm fretting about what to get for Valentine's Day. Yes, buying a present for a loved one does seem to come with a side order of fretting. But, to … [Read more...]
Five ways to keep the romance going beyond Valentine’s Day
Every Valentine's Day, a large chunk of the coupled up population of the UK throw up their arms and sneer in disgust at the concept of forking out for an overpriced meal, a tacky card or flowers or chocolate that barely lasts more than a day or two. They complain that romance shouldn't be limited to … [Read more...]
LELO MIA 2 – The USB Rechargeable Vibe at Lovehoney
Chargers. Yeah, I'm not a fan of them either. They're big, they tangle up easily and just when you need them the most, they vanish into thin air. Swedish sex toy brand LELO know this too. At least, I assume they do, because they are the brains behind the MIA 2, a sleek and gorgeous clitoral vibe … [Read more...]
In Fun We Thrust – Fun Factory Pulsator Stronic Eins at Lovehoney
German sex toy giants Fun Factory have built up a reputation for providing cool, body-friendly toys in an array of bright colours. Granted, their toys are a little hit-and-miss sometimes (*cough* Dinky Digger *cough*) but you can generally count on Fun Factory to bring the quality to your … [Read more...]
Thrones Of Desire – Erotic Fiction Of The Week
Game of Thrones. It's one of the most talked-about shows on television and, quite possibly, one of the most watched. Mitzi Szereto. An author unafraid to take risks with her erotica, already having published books like Pride and Prejudice : Hidden Lusts and Dying For It: Tales of Sex And Death. … [Read more...]
Still lusting after Fifty? Here’s some similar smut
If you’ve not had your fill of Fifty Shades, there is a whole consignment of similar books that have since infiltrated the market – vampires are out, sex is in! Bared to you, part of the Crossfire Series by Sylvia Day, is about as close to Fifty Shades as an author might get. It is written in the … [Read more...]
The Original Sinners Series – Erotic Fiction Of The Week
Let me tell you about Tiffany Reisz. She is a wonderful friend, the World's Most Unprofessional Editor (her own words, but having worked with her I can say that she is very professional) and the writer of one of the most ground-breaking contemporary erotic fiction series out there. Forget Fifty … [Read more...]
Fifty Shades of Grey: a year on…
It’s approaching a year since the Fifty Shades phenomenon seduced the UK. The nation – and large parts of the rest of the world – was hooked by Christian Grey and his "kinky f*ckery". Clamped, bound, and teased, we were obsessed with anything Fifty Shades; Myself included. Shelves were ransacked; … [Read more...]
Thrill Seeker by Kristina Lloyd – Erotic Fiction Of The Week
This week, my pick for Erotic Fiction Of The Week is so new, it hasn't even been released yet! Three more sleeps until you can get your hands on this dark and daring tale by one of my favourite people in the world, Kristina Lloyd. Picture this : a seaside town, a kidnap fantasy and a … [Read more...]