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Writing a disabled perspective into erotica
[Note: Xan West does not use pronouns and goes by “Xan.”] Language is powerful. It has the ability to enhance and validate someone’s experience, just as it has the ability to invalidate. Erotica writers are especially imbued with this influence, as their work requires them to describe bodies, sexual acts, and lived experiences more intimately…
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10% Tuesdays in January for In Other Words
Throughout the month of January, 10% of our proceeds made on Tuesdays will be donated to In Other Words, a non-profit, volunteer-run, feminist community center in NE Portland. Their mission is to support, enrich, and empower the feminist community through literature, art, and educational and cultural events. In Other Words’ bookstore includes books on…
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Bon Appetit!: The Fine Art of Cunnilingus
Sunday, February 28th — 7:30 pm — $20 You asked and we answered—She Bop presents a cunnilingus class for anyone and everyone who wants to learn how to give (or receive!) phenomenal oral pleasure. She Bop educators, Amory Jane and Sid Need, will teach you everything you want to know about anatomy, arousal, hand…
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Full-Bodied Fellatio
Wednesday, February 3rd — 7:30 p.m. — $20 What do you do when your partner lacks blowjob skills? Where do you go for training when you wish to improve your own? Here! M. Makael Newby is a relationship coach and dance instructor with a particular skill for breaking physical action into components and teaching…
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She Bop’s Picks: Holiday Gifts
If you’re pondering what to get your significant other this holiday season, we have you covered! Here are our top picks this year for sexy holiday gift-giving and stocking-stuffing. Visit us in person or peruse our online store to snatch these up. Don’t forget to check out our picks from 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, and 2010 for even more ideas! LELO Loki…
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Why you shouldn’t buy sex toys on Amazon
Lightning-fast shipping, a staggering selection of products, and extremely competitive prices make Amazon one of the most popular online shopping websites in the world. It isn’t surprising, then, that consumers would consider Amazon an option for sex toy purchases. However, according to a recent article by Vanessa Marin on Lifehacker, buying a sex toy…
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Rough Sex for Everyone: Consent and Desire
Thursday, January 28th — 7:30 p.m. — $20 The sweet intersection of a slap and a kiss. The rough and tumble of a spank and caress, of a commanding voice and a gentle stroke, of a laugh and a growl. Does this sound like you? Or do you wish it could? We’re stoked to…
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Back That Ass Up!: Anal Sex 101
Thursday, January 7th — 7:30 p.m. — $20 Are you interested in anal pleasure but not sure where to get started? Already tried anal play but wanting to learn some fun tricks and techniques? Whether you’re brand new to the wonderful world of anal or already have some backdoor experience, this class is sure…
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Shop Little Boxes 2015!
Little Boxes — an independent, PDX spin on traditional Black Friday sales — is back this year! And we are very excited to be participating once again! Shopping in Portland’s Little Boxes on Black Friday and Saturday is an alternative to the hubbub of the big box stores. It’s a great way to…
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Exploring Burlesque: Striptease Salon
Wednesday, January 13th — 7:30 p.m. — $20 Have you ever wanted to rock your boa? Peel your stocking? Shimmy your hips? Get your glamour puss on because this class is for you! Join Orchestre L’Pow producer Madison Moone for Striptease Salon, a flirty evening of classic bump and grind perfect for beginners or…