Elust 175: Vibrant Voices in Sex Positivity

I am so excited to be featured in this month’s Elust 175 edition! For those that don’t know what Elust is, it is an awesome platform that highlights sex journalsits, erotic writers, and sex positive discussions under one roof. Whether you're here to discover new insights, enjoy kinky tales, or seek relationship advice, Elust has something for everyone.

I wanted to share with you the other talented bloggers that were featured this month.

Within this category, one article was featured.

The Sex Shed, How to Recognize Anal Safe Sex Toys in 8 Easy Steps: This guide shows easy to follow visuals and explanations to help readers pick the right anal toy. This is a great read for anyone looking to explore anal play.

Within the blogging category, Ramone Quides is the only author.

Ramone Quides Destroyer of Good Erotica!: Ramone shares how his writing has changed over the years. He talks about his inspiration, the emotional connections he needs to write, and how he sometimes over-complicates his stories. Through trial and error, he learns to revise better and not over-commit to ideas that don't work.

We have a couple of authors in this category. Kristina J, The True Essence of Giving and Taking in Intimacy: The Wheel of Consent: Kristina J talks about how our desire to be "givers" can sometimes be more about us than our partners in her article. Using Dr. Betty Martin's Wheel of Consent, she explains how we can unknowingly take rather than give, making intimacy feel like a performance. It’s a spicy, eye-opening read that challenges everything you thought you knew about giving and receiving pleasure.

Beyond Non-Binary, What do you Call a Gathering of Dominatrixes?:

Femina Viva shares a non-binary dominatrix's journey through patriarchy, exploring how taking charge can be liberating. From controlling a submissive in leather to embracing witchcraft's feminine energy, it's about finding power beyond societal norms. This story is about discovering oneself through pleasure and spiritual growth, mixing eroticism with self-discovery.

There were a few awesome product review reads posted this month. Morgan Destera, TOY TEST - Funzze Glass Butt Plug with a Surprise: Morgan reviews the Funzee Glass Butt Plug, and posts a link to her video that shows a timelapse of the entire test. This product glows in the dark and looks like a good quality plug. If you are interested in butt plugs, check out her content!

Betty's Toy Box, Sharing is Caring: The Strapless Strap On Vibrator for Couples: Sharing is Caring is a strap-on vibrator perfect for couples, offering options from pegging to solo play. Betty's Sex Toy Librarian shares a detailed video review on Vimeo, highlighting its powerful features and versatility.

Sydney Screams, Mr Hankey’s Toys Beowulf Fantasy Dildo Review: Sydney's review of the Mr Hankey’s Toys Beowulf Fantasy Dildo is a detailed exploration of a fantasy toy known for its size and texture options. She discusses its design, sizing choices, and personal experiences with clarity, offering insights into its appeal for both newcomers and enthusiasts of fantasy-themed toys.

One article in this category was posted this month.

Witch of the Wands, Heat Up Your Travel: Pack and Play with Sex Toys on the Go: This read is an informative guide that talks about traveling with sex toys during warmer seasons. It covers tips for air travel, road trips, and summer outings. The article also recommends favorite travel-friendly toys like the We-Vibe Moxie and Crave Vesper, highlighting their features for all kinds of travel scenarios.

We have one great interview posted this month.

Unicorn Hunting Blog, Zara Du Rose: ZDR events and how to become a celebrity on the UK party scene interview: Zara Du Rose and ZDR Events are synonymous with the UK kink scene's vibrant pulse. From glamorous London nights to intimate Brighton gatherings, her events blend performance art with playful exploration, creating a welcoming space for all. Wish I lived in the UK, it seems really fun!

There are three articles posted in this category, including my own! Buzzing Babe, Open the Doors to Light BDSM for a New Dimension of Pleasure: If you haven’t already read, this is my article that talks about the basics of BDSM along with my personal experience with it. It is a delicious read!

Sex Toy DB, 4 Ways to Use the Kiiroo Keon as a Mind Blowing Fucking Machine: The review of the Kiiroo Keon highlights its versatility and affordability as a top-notch fucking machine. It explains easy setup options like using your feet for control, clamping it to your desk for different positions, or discreetly mounting it under your mattress. The review also has visuals and videos to really showcase the product.

Stan's Swingers, Swinging and Exhibitionism/Voyeurism: Embracing Public Play: This article discusses how swinging includes public activities like exhibitionism and voyeurism. It explains that these are done with everyone's agreement and respect, in places where it's safe to do so. Public play can make relationships stronger and lets people explore their fantasies in a careful and ethical way.

There is one helpful review about a movie in this category. The History of BDSM**, The Feeling That the Time for Doing Something Has Passed (2023): The Celluloid Dungeon: The review talks about a comedy-drama film where Ann, a woman in New York City, deals with life's struggles by submitting to different men. The review discusses the film's bold portrayal of unconventional relationships. It offers a candid look at intimacy, control, and personal discovery in a way that challenges norms and sparks curiosity.

There was one body-positive article posted this month. Hannah McKnight, Behold, the Power of Forms: Hannah's article "Behold, the Power of Forms" celebrates how forms and shape wear boost her confidence and style. She explains how a couple of her favorite shape wear products help sculpt her figure and make dresses fit like a dream. Hannah shows how enhancing her curves and proportions can be both liberating and stylish in her must read.

There are plenty of great reads in this category.

Sex worker Search, Best Business Practices For Sex Work Industry Websites According to VISA: Theoz's article on highlights VISA's guidelines for sex work websites. Theoz stresses the importance of complying with these rules to run a safe and ethical business. It is a very informative read for anyone running a sex work industry website.

Oz Bigdownunder, Just a Cock in a Cage:

This read about Mr. Chaste and his chastity cage was quite eye-opening. It's clear that the author takes meticulous care of their slave, making sure he follows commands and stays safe in bondage. The detailed descriptions of using the chastity cage shows a unique dynamic of control and pleasure.

Sandra, Summertime Gangbang:

It's clear the author has a long history of hosting such events, with a recent one being the focus of this entry. The details of meeting up with familiar and new participants, their anticipation palpable, and the progression to the author's "home sweet home soundproof basement fuck dungeon" were vividly described.

Hellga, Malasana Pose Anal Action: In this article, the writer shares openly about a recent intimate encounter, describing it with honesty and enthusiasm. They talk about exploring different aspects of intimacy in a straightforward and confident way.

The Siren Domme, Review: The Nest’ By Loonerfun: In this review of The Nest Cardiff, the writer shares their initial nerves and excitement about visiting a new kink play space. The writer especially enjoyed their session in the well-planned rooms. I’ve always wanted to go to an event on Fetlife, so I found this read to be really helpful!

Nyala Mali: posted the beautiful image for this month’s reads.

So there you have it, Elust’s top reads for this month. I loved reading all of the other authors' posts, and am thrilled to be a member of this industry. Happy reading!