She Comes First is a guide to sexual intimacy that focuses on the needs and desires of women. It delves into the intricacies of the female anatomy and the importance of a woman’s pleasure. The book stresses the philosophy of female pleasure, espousing the attitude of ‘woman first.’ Author Ian Kerner argues that a man’s most important sexual organ is not his penis but his tongue.
Love & Respect by Emerson Eggerichs is a groundbreaking book that explores the interpersonal dynamics between men and women. The book focuses on the idea that men need respect, and women need love, and explores how these different needs affect relationships.
Jane Eyre is a novel by English writer Charlotte Bronte. Published in 1847 under the pen name ‘Currer Bell’, it follows the emotional development of a young orphan girl named Jane Eyre. After an unhappy childhood, Jane becomes a governess and falls in love with her employer, Edward Rochester. They are about to marry when a dark secret from Rochester’s past is revealed, leading to a dramatic climax.
Written by Marina Keegan, ‘Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing’ is a dramatic collection of stories and poems. It explores the intricacies of relationships, the fragility of youth, and the haunting omnipresence of mortality. Marina’s unique perspective of the world is beautifully articulated through her engaging storytelling and poetic prowess. The book is also a tragic reminder of a promising life cut short, as Marina passed away in a car accident just days after her graduation from Yale University.
Eight Dates, by John Gottman and Julie Schwartz Gottman, is a guidebook that provides eight fun, conversation-based dates designed to strengthen relationships. Each chapter focuses on a different topic – trust, conflict, sex, money, family, adventure, spirituality, and dreams – and provides structured conversation starters that promote understanding and connection.
Birnam Wood is a novel written by Josiah Bancroft. The story unfolds in a world where nature is reasserting itself with dangerous consequences for humanity. The protagonist, Elston, embarks on a journey to find his wife in a world transformed by the regrowth of the forests, encountering numerous perils and challenges along the way.
All About Love by Bell Hooks is a treatise on the complexities and evolution of love. The author explores the concept of love as an act of will, a verb, an action, and an ongoing choice rather than an uncontrollable feeling. She critiques the commercialization of love and calls for a transformation of society’s perception and practice of love that is more akin to care, affection, recognition, respect, commitment, and trust.
A Return to Love by Marianne Williamson is a spiritual guide that aims to help readers find inner peace by overcoming fear and accepting love. The book is based on ‘A Course in Miracles’, a self-study program of spiritual psychotherapy. Williamson translates complex spiritual concepts into an accessible language, demonstrating how we can transform our lives by practicing love.
The Great Gatsby is an iconic piece of American literature by F. Scott Fitzgerald, set in the Roaring Twenties. The book scrutinizes the American Dream through the journey of Jay Gatsby, a man with an enduring love for Daisy Buchanan, who is trapped in a loveless marriage. The novel explores themes of wealth, love, and tragedy, painting a vivid image of the Jazz Age.