Hot, Smart women write!, February 17, 2011

There's nothing sexier than good writing. Lea DeLaria's sensibility and Kathleen Warnock's editing have shaped an excellent volume of erotica, with a smattering of bois, femmes, and a whole lot of aching going on. In "The Sweet Tooth Never Fades" a character gets "revenge" on her ex in a candy factory. "Walk Like A Man" features a ride with a stranger in a very cool car, and breaks a few taboos. "Painted Nails and Puppy Dog Tails" starts with the line, "It's not like I was stalking her or anything..." It's a fun and daring read, which would make a great gift for anyone who likes lesbians, sex, or excellent writing.

An innovative, entertaining assortment of queer writers populate this book - which happens to be edited by two smart, hot women with great taste. Plus you get to support one of the most creative publishers of alternative fiction in Cleis.

I'm not a lesbian. I'm not even a straight guy with a thing for girl-on girl action. What I am is a writer and, as such, I can tell you, with all confidence in my professional opinion, that this book it hot with two t's.The Number 91 has nothing to do with Kabbalistic numerology, though it may well elicit an enthusiastic `Amen' anyway. Heidi Champa's story is actually a steamy tale of streetcar desire that does in fact turn on a conductor called Stella. Another transportation-themed turn-on is Anamika's Ladies Coupe. This one is set on a cross-country train in India. Each involves a confident, beautiful woman in (and out of) uniform who may not be quite what she first seems.I also loved The Stripper and the Butch Wannabe. Renee Strider's piece plays with butch/femme roles and the dynamics of sexual power in delightful and surprising ways. And the very steamy Ice by Rachel Charnan gave me chills. I now have a major crush on the glowering, monosyllabic (though...