True Secrets of Lesbian Desire
Keeping Sex Alive in Long-Term Relationships
- Paperback
136 pages
- Release Date
15 July 2011
Summary
Renate Stendhal sweeps out the old myths about bed death, the notion that lesbian couples tend to be too close to maintain sexual desire. Her own story and her talks with counseling clients prove the contrary. Stendhal shows that sex is the natural and continuous outcome of a closeness generated by bold honesty and the capacity to speak and hear intimate secrets. Sharing “shameful” desires and vulnerable fears is what love and sexual passion are made of.
Stendhal teaches simple, effec…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781556434754 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1556434758 |
| Author: | Renate Stendhal, Jewelle Gomez |
| Publisher: | North Atlantic Books,U.S. |
| Imprint: | North Atlantic Books,U.S. |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 136 |
| Release Date: | 15 July 2011 |
| Weight: | 147g |
| Dimensions: | 191mm x 140mm x 8mm |
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Critics Review
“Renate Stendhal’s unique words of wisdom are wonderful, and have an important message for everyone.”
—Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon, co-authors of Lesbian/Woman
“Tracking all these mutual quests for honest relationships, Stendhal’s small and beautiful volume almost made me wish to be in one myself. I’ll keep it handy, should the occasion arise.”
—Alix Dobkin, singer/songwriter
“What a compassionate and useful little book, so full of heart and good sense. Renate Stendhal brings her work deep understanding about intimacy that will benefit any couple ready to take the next step in love and passion.”
—Carol Queen, Ph.D., author of Exhibitionism for the Sky
About The Author
Renate Stendhal
Renate Stendhal is a coach and counselor for individuals and couples, with a private practice in Berkeley and San Francisco. She has published several books, including Sex and Other Sacred Games and the award-winning photobiography, Gertrude Stein in Words and Pictures.
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