Popular Erotic Books

Featuring new releases and enduring favorites

Every month we feature erotic anthologies and novels, sensual romances, erotic chick lit, hot guy lit, gay and lesbian erotica, and more. Titles are recommended by the Erotica Readers & Writers Association and our website visitors. Read a good book lately? E-mail Adrienne with title, author and synopsis and we'll post it right here.

Erotic Anthologies: For a more extensive list of popular erotic short story collections, browse our Erotic Anthology page.

Best Women's Erotica 2009 by Violet Blue (Editor)
Cleis Press (December 1, 2008); ISBN-10: 1573443387

With our high-profile contributors and edgy, authentic stories, Violet Blue sets—and exceeds—the standard for women’s erotic writing year after year.

Best Women’s Erotica 2009 delivers risky, romantic, heart-pounding thrills. The stories revel in erotic adventure, from the sparks between strangers to the knowing caresses of long-time lovers. These stories are steamy and demonstrate that what women want depends on the woman. These stories are not merely erotic, but filled with strong characters and clever narratives showing how sexual experience is different for everyone.

This anthology is a celebration of the finest and friskiest female erotic fiction today.
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Letters to Penthouse XXXIII: Lusty Hunter, Sexy Prey
Grand Central Publishing (January 5, 2009); ISBN-10: 0446619337

A chance meeting, a sizzling rendezvous, a surprise visit... The next installment in the bestselling Penthouse series celebrates unexpected encounters.

The Editors of Penthouse have handpicked letters about wild adventures involving unanticipated pursuit and capture.
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Nexus Confessions: Volume 5
Virgin Nexus (December 9, 2008); ISBN-10: 0352341440

Jaw-dropping new fantasy collections from the market leaders in erotic fiction. Collected by the world’s leading publisher of fetish fiction, Nexus Confessions explores the entire spectrum of real experience and sexual fantasy in these stories of men and women driven by extraordinary desire.

Over fifty authors from the UK and US have contributed to one of the most outrageous and daring anthologies of adult experience yet collected.
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Lust at First Bite by Various Authors
Virgin Black Lace (January 6, 2009); ISBN-10: 0352345063

The vampire's reputation has enjoyed a massive resurrection in fiction in recent years. Boosted by the popularity of Buffy and Angel, and the bestselling novels of Laurel K. Hamilton, the immortal bloodsucker has never been sexier or more perfect for erotica. Packed with stories from some of the best erotica authors around, Black Lace's new anthology of vampire erotica promises to be chilling, entertaining and above all, sexy - it's what we do best.

Portia Da Costa, Mathilde Madden, Adr Forte, and Madeline Moore have contributed to this collection.
Available at Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Forbidden Fantasies
Pocket (October 14, 2008); ISBN-10: 1416578692

Forbidden Fantasies features eight tantalizing novellas from Ellora's Cave's hottest stars of erotic romance in one electrifying hardcover book.

Authors include Jaid Black, Jaci Burton, Ann Jacobs, Sahara Kelly, Sherri L. King, Cheyenne Mccray, Lorie O'Clare and Jory Strong
Available at Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Hot Chick Lit: Do you like sexy, no-holds-barred erotic fiction? You're going to love these titles and more at our Hot Chick Lit page.

Unlaced
Berkley Trade (December 2, 2008); ISBN-10: 0425223817

Four authors of erotic romance present wild and irresistibly dangerous fantasies in this sensational anthology of lust and lingerie…

Come undone with Jaci Burton… Sixteen years is a long time to carry a torch for your ex. It’s high time they act on long-dormant desires and reignite the flame that still burns inside them both.

Unwind with Jasmine Haynes… A wanting woman arrives at the perfect solution for exploring sensual freedom: open herself up to an amateur photographer with no limits—and an uncensored appreciation for the female body.

Let loose with Joey Hill… What does a hiker do when he comes upon a girl wearing only ivory panties, and stretched out invitingly on the warm leather seat of a Harley? Anything she tells him.

Submit to Denise Rossetti… As the laces of a stunning ruby-trimmed corset tighten, so too does the grip of an inescapable sorceress’s curse—one with the power to transform any woman into a dominating femme fatale.
Available at Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

The New Rakes by Nikki Magennis
Virgin Black Lace (January 6, 2009); ISBN-10: 0352345039

The New Rakes are known for the hot, dirty electro music they play in basement gigs all over the city, but lead singer Kara has ambitions beyond underground success. Fuelled by her sexy performances and the love/hate relationship with her guitarist Tam, the band is poised on the brink of stardom. And when Mike Greene, the charismatic head of a record company, offers The New Rakes a deal, it seems all their hopes are about to be realised. But Kara and Mike have history - and this time he wants more than a professional relationship.

Kara is seduced by his glamorous promises and despite the attempts of his manipulative ex-girlfriend, she becomes Mike's lover. As she gets tangled in a web of sex, power and deceit, Kara learns the hard way what success really means. In the end, she may have to choose between the limelight and true love.

"As I said before, Nikki Magennis is an awesome writer.  She blends the musicality of this story with her supreme skills as an erotic fiction author.  Kara’s adventure is exquisitely portrayed from the excitement she feels on-stage to the highs and lows she endures off-stage with her access-all-areas love-life.  The sex is arousing; the story is compelling; and The New Rakes totally rocks." —Ashley Lister (author, columnist, reviewer)
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Degrees of Passion by Michelle M. Pillow
Virgin Cheek (November 25, 2008) ; ISBN-10: 0352345004

The second college student Sasha Matthews spotted Trevor Kingston she knew it was fate. He’s everything a girl could want—handsome, charming, rich. With student loans piling up and no clear idea what she wants to do with her future, he’s the best thing she has going. But, Mr Perfect’s façade begins to crumble when she sees him photographed with another woman in the newspaper’s society pages.

Breaking up with her high society boyfriend, a distraught Sasha finds comfort in the arms of moody, hard working Kevin Merchant whose cuteness is overshadowed by his know-it-all attitude. One drunken night of passion is hardly the start of a relationship and when Trevor wants her back the choice seems clear.

In order to graduate Sasha must participate in an important internship. But, she’s paired with the very guy she’s swore never to see again. Forced to work alongside Kevin, long hours in the lab turn into tempting nights of seduction. Should she deny what’s between them and await the return of her ideal boyfriend,or will life teach her lessons this professional student never expected to learn?
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Free Pass by Elizabeth Scott
NAL Trade (December 2, 2008); ISBN-10: 0451225031

Six friends. Three couples. One sexy adventure. These three couples have shared good times with each other as friends. But as they celebrate their seven-year anniversaries, they’re planning to share some even better times—with strangers…

Vacationing in Miami, Cherisse and Wesley are up for more than sunbathing, when Wesley spies a naughty lady through his telescope and Cherisse focuses her gaze on the lifeguard. Meanwhile, Melanie passes on the hot men at her health club and chooses a private workout with an out-of-towner. When her husband accidentally walks in on them, it’s anything goes. And at their rental in Greece, Debra and Gordon discover a Russian couple making love in a private show just for them. For the restless Americans it’s quite a come-on—and an irresistible invitation.

"For those who haven’t encountered Elizabeth Scott’s writing before, she is the extraordinary author behind such celebrated titles as Spin the Bottle and Naughty Housewives.  Scott brings existing relationships to life with a natural understanding of human nature and the canny ability to transpose these details onto the page.  With Free Pass she has excelled herself as she brings three couples to life and takes the reader on a whirlwind journey of passion, pleasure and painful discoveries." —Ashley Lister (author, columnist, reviewer)
Available at Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Hard Guy Lit: Hey, quit your smirking. We have hot chick lit, so why not hard guy lit? For more, browse through our Hard Guy Lit page.

Bare, White and Rosy by Penny Birch
Virgin Nexus (January 6, 2009); ISBN-10: 0352345055

Natasha Linnet has a weakness for older men, preferably those with sufficient confidence to take her across their knees. The directors of old-fashioned wine merchants Hambling and Borse seem ideal for the task, and they want her to work for them.

It's an offer too good to refuse but she quickly finds that she is expected to give a great deal more than she had bargained for, to a great many more people and in a number of unexpected ways. Only the temptations being dangled in front of her make it possible to put up with what is being inflicted from behind.

Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

The Persian Girl by Felix Baron
Virgin Nexus (December 9, 2008); ISBN-10: 0352345012

An epic romp from the greatest rake of all—Sir Richard Francis Burton: soldier, spy, explorer, diplomat, hero, scoundrel. His deeds are legendary, but until now, much of Burton’s life was shrouded in mystery. With the release of these diaries, it is clear that Burton’s skill with the sabre was exceeded only by his incredible sexual prowess.

About the Author: felix baron lives in Canada with Black Lace author Madeline Moore. He has written many memorable and fast selling fantasy-erotic novels, most recently the highly acclaimed Dominant, and also writes as Morgana Baron. This is his sixth title for Nexus.
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Sensual Romance: If you like reading about bone-melting passions you'll enjoy these titles. For more recommendations browse our Sensual Romance page.

Only Pleasure by Lora Leigh
St. Martin's Griffin (January 6, 2009); ISBN-10: 0312368739

Since Chase Falladay came to her rescue two years ago, Kia Stanton has never been able to forget the powerful man or the kind of life he leads. So two years later when she runs into Chase and his friend, Khalid, and leaves with them that night, she knows exactly where it is all heading. However, little prepares her for what it is like to be in Chases arms, and in his bed. After years of holding back, Kia is finally able to be the woman shes always dreamed of being in his arms.

Kia is a dream Chase has not allowed himself to entertain. Now that he has her, its her heart hes after and hes determined to win it, no matter the cost. And even though they both agreed that it would only be for pleasure, somewhere along the way it becomes and all-consuming love.

“Ms. Leigh can bring out every emotion possible with her characters, making the erotic love story more than just sexual, but completely soul-touching as well.” —Love Romances
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Seduce Me at Sunrise (The Hathaways, Book 2) by Lisa Kleypas
St. Martin's Paperbacks (September 30, 2008); ISBN-10: 0312949812

Kev Merripen has longed for the beautiful, well-bred Winnifred Hathaway ever since her family rescued him from the brink of death when he was just a boy. But this handsome Gypsy is a man of mysterious origins, and he fears that the darkness of his past could crush delicate, luminous Win. So Kev refuses to submit to temptation, and before long Win is torn from him by a devastating twist of fate.

Then, Win returns to Englandonly to find that Kev has hardened into a man who will deny love at all costs. Meantime, an attractive, seductive suitor has set his sights on Win. I'ts now or never for Kev to make his move. But first, he must confront a dangerous secret about his destiny, or risk losing the only woman he has lived for.

“Vintage Kleypas…An unforgettable story peopled with remarkable characters and a depth of emotion that will leave you breathless with the wonderment of knowing what falling in love is really like.”—Romantic Times BOOKreviews
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Bedding Down: A Collection of Winter Erotica by Rachel Kramer Bussel (Editor)
Avon Red (December 2, 2008); ISBN-10: 0061560634

Author, editor, blogger, and former sex columnist for the Village Voice, Rachel Kramer Bussel presents seven titillating tales guaranteed to steam up your bedroom windows in the midst of Mother Nature's seasonal chill. A lusty collection of scintillating erotic dreams from some of the best writers in the field, here is a sexy and sure cure for the winter blues!

Two uptight Manhattanites discover a hotspot in frigid Minnesota where they can shed their inhibitions and explore their most intimate fantasies . . .

A billionaire recluse and a beautiful paparazzo generate some serious heat in a snowbound cabin in the Colorado Rockies . . .

Combine a blizzard, a romantic old castle, a burglary, and a breathtakingly sexy devil—her perfect recipe for dangerous lust . . .

In the unfamiliar chill of a New York winter, a California sun bunny discovers the secret to igniting her boyfriend's inner erotic fire . . .

Stuck with a man she despises on her sister's wedding day, a distraught beauty resolves to be civilized—until her studly adversary lures her into a forbidden place with no rules or taboos . . .

A husband and wife whose marriage has stalled get their pistons pumping once more when a sudden winter storm strands them in their car . . .

A Rake's Guide To Pleasure by Victoria Dahl
Zebra (August 1, 2008); ISBN-10: 1420100165

Raised by a titled, yet degenerate, father, Emma Jensen never imagined the gamblinglessons she learned as a child would one day serve her well. When she finds herself indire need of money, she concocts the alias of Dowager Lady Denmore and sets off to bewitch London’s noblemen by engaging them in games of chance. The fact that respectable ladies do not gamble does not intimidate her in the least. But the darkly handsome Duke of Somerhart does—for he’s awakened a deep, sensual hunger in her…

The dashing Duke of Somerhart has the notorious reputation of being one of London’s most incurable rogues. When he meets the alluring Lady Denmore, he is immediately intrigued. Her recklessness and innocence intertwined titillates him as no other woman ever has. But what secret is the lovely Lady Denmore hiding? He’s determined to find out. But first he must seduce her until she surrenders completely to his most wicked desires...

"Dahl brings a highly sensual, emotional and moving story to the pages with aplomb. Her clever plotting and engaging characters drive the story forward at a fast clip, and the depth of emotions will keep you enthralled." 4 Stars! - Romantic Times BOOKreviews
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Embracing Midnight by Devyn Quinn
Aphrodisia (November 25, 2008); ISBN-10: 0758216548

Sex as a weapon? That was something undercover agent Callie Whitten never thought she’d use, until Iollan Drake crossed her path. A brooding outlaw with smoky hair and copper eyes, his exotic accent and heated touch promise a lot of pleasure.

The A51-ASD, a top-secret division of the Bureau, has proof of aliens among the civilian population. Iollan Drake is a ‘living’ vampire, part of a subculture of humans who have merged with an alien species called the Niviane Idesha. Restructured through a genetic mutation, the vampires are gifted with enhanced speed, incredible stamina and the ability to shift energy, and the government has become increasingly terrified of their growing legion. Those hosting the alien symbiont are treated as outcasts, subjected to terrifying tests and put into quarantine.

When Drake breaks the shell of secrecy around his people and tells Callie about his secret life, her world is spun terrifyingly sideways. Forced to rely on each other to stay alive, neither Callie nor Drake can resist the passion sizzling between them. When Drake is captured and almost killed, Callie becomes a rogue warrior bent on protecting her new lover—seeking her revenge on the agency that betrayed them both.
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Erotic Gay Fiction: Like hot gay stories? We have an excellent selection of the very best at our Gay Erotica page.

Best Gay Erotica 2009 by Richard Labonte & James Lear (Editors)
Cleis Press (December 1, 2008); ISBN-10: 1573443344

Searing gay sex and wickedly inventive writing more provocative, authentic, smart, and edgy than gay erotica published anywhere else.

Designed for your erotic reading pleasure, Best Gay Erotica 2009 features twenty of the hottest and best-written man-on-man sex stories to appear in print this year. These down-and-dirty page turners reflect gay livesand gay sexoverlooked in much erotic writing. In Simon Sheppard's "A Retired Writer In The Sun," a jaded erotica writer succumbs to the voyeuristic whims of an older man who is also his houseboy. An erotic vision of Lord Of The Rings turns into an intense encounter of abduction and bondage in "Abducting Frodo" by Jeff Mann.

From casual hook-ups to highly-charged street encounters to dark backrooms, the men in this collection let their lust and passions loose for all to read and enjoy.
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Maurice Vellekoop's Pin-ups by by Maurice Vellekoop (Illustrator)
Green Candy Press (December 1, 2008); ISBN-10: 1931160686

Mixing the coy sensuality of great girlie artists like Vargas and Gil Elvgren with the larger-than-life homoerotics of Tom of Finland and Harry Bush, acclaimed artist Maurice Vellekoop presents a clever gallery of gay fantasy figures. Vellekoop's colorful creations prod the viewer with a mischievous smile or a haughty leer, each as aroused as they are arousing.

These gay icons include everything from a cigar-chomping army sergeant to a pimple-bottomed nerd. Part of the book's pleasure is in identifying the sources of Vellekoop's satirical riffing. Observant readers can discover references to Italian gladiator movie posters, children's fairy tales, Frazetta-style fantasy art, and Bruce Weber underwear campaigns. Vellekoop also does a queer makeover of such treasured figures as Gainsborough's "Blue Boy" and Michelangelo's "David."

These unique pin-ups offer a delightfully sexy celebration of male beauty in the artist's trademark sizzling Technicolor tones.
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Erotic Lesbian Fiction: Interested in lesbian erotica? Check out the extensive list of titles on our Lesbian Erotica page.

Best Lesbian Erotica 2009 by Tristan Taormino (Editor)
Cleis Press (December 1, 2008) ; ISBN-10: 1573443352

Best Lesbian Erotica 2009 journeys into the world of lesbian sex with uncommon, edgy stories that push lesbian lust and desire to new heights. Edited by bestselling author Tristan Taormino and selected and introduced by the noted author, playwright and poet Joan Larkin, this latest edition of the best-selling lesbian erotica series in America features D. Alexandria, Shanna Germain, Radclyffe and others. From threesomes to gender-bending to shedding one's wholesome image, the women in these stories reveal all their pleasures in this collection of sexy and lyrical fiction.

Joan Larkin describes this collection best in the introduction:  "Writing itself is an erotic art, ruled by rhythms of desire and release. These stories are written by women who know how to tease, gradually unfold, and prolong our interest, or how to pull us into their worlds with an immediate shock and hold us there, breathless, watching a sometimes dangerous drama unfold. Their rhythms are as compelling as their voices are different."
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Provocative Non-Fiction: Books that explore the senual nature of humanity, from the frivolous to the profound. For more titles, browse through our Non-Fiction page.

Two Knotty Boys Back on the Ropes by Two Knotty Boys
Green Candy Press (December 1, 2008); ISBN-10: 1931160694

Tying down a load of lumber is one thing; tying up your partner is another thing altogether. In this book, famed bondage riggers the Two Knotty Boys show readers how to tie basic knots and use them in sensual bondage techniques. With the help of renowned photographer Ken Marcus, the Boys use more than 750 full-color photos to illustrate the techniques for turning rope into rope bondage. Easy-to-follow captions and clear, step-by-step images allow readers to learn at their own pace, review entire techniques at a glance, or lay the book flat on a bed or table and follow along as they subdue their partner.

Written in a playful style that makes rope bondage safe and approachable, and covering a wide range of techniques from basic ties to decorative ropework pieces, Two Knotty Boys Back on the Ropes is the perfect bedside companion for curious newcomers and serious players alike.
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Best Sex Writing 2009 by Rachel Kramer Bussel (Editor)
Selected and introduced by Brian Alexander
Cleis Press (January 1, 2009); ISBN-10: 1573443379

Captures the heart and soul of whats happening behind the bedroom door, where lust, desire, gender, identity, sex work, and politics collide.

Each year Best Sex Writing gathers the most intelligent, provocative, entertaining, and unpredictable sex journalism into one unforgettable volume. The emphasis is on direct, "you are there"-style reportage, taking readers behind the scenes of America's complicated sexual culture. This year, Best Sex Writing 2009 explores the nuances of gubernatorial sex scandals, rape fantasies, "Dear John" letters, teen sexuality, purity balls, the pregnant man, the science of screwing, bathroom sex and more buzzworthy news stories.

Editor Rachel Kramer Bussel and Brian Alexander, author of America Unzipped and MSBNC's sex columnist, team up for a collection that features Susannah Breslin, Tracie Egan, Lynn Harris and more.
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Never Have the Same Sex Twice: A Guide For Couples by Alison Tyler (Editor)
Cleis Press; SEX edition (November 1, 2008); ISBN-10: 1573443328

In this unique guide for couples, Alison Tyler presents each chapter by sharing her own personal sexual experience along with a short erotic story that will not only instruct readers in the hows and whys, but help them visualize what they can do to invigorate their sex lives and Never Have The Same Sex Twice.

From having a weekly date night, to using sex toys, to experimenting with light BDSM, to erotic foreplay, this book will illuminate and guide couples to achieving sexual satisfaction over and over, and over again. (This is Alison's first non-fiction book.)
Available at: Amazon.com  / Amazon UK

Adult Movies: Hey, what's this Adult Movie stuff doing on a book page? Treat your visual beast within by browsing through our Best In Adult Moviessection.

Cry Wolf
Cast: Carly Parker, Devon Lee, Holly Wellin, Jay Huntington, Jayna Oso, Lexxi Tyler, Marcos Leon, Marlie Moore, Monique Alexander, Mr. Marcus, Riley Mason, Staci Thorn, Stefani Morgan, Steven St. Croix, Tory Lane, Tyla Wynn
Director: Paul Thomas
Studio: Vivid

Cry Wolf, a psychosexual melodrama from director Paul Thomas, is being hailed as the major 2008 feature.

Monique Alexander says she's been brutally violated, gagged and left for dead in a cold stone basement. Or was she? By wild luck, her ex-boyfriend hears her muffled cries and rescues her. Or does he? How did he know she was down there...naked, bleeding and violated? As this darkly sexual tale unfolds we are led to wonder...was she even hurt at all? If so, who is the culprit? The only thing we really know is that payback's a bitch. Literally. Cry Wolf is destined to become a classic in the Paul Thomas tradition of AVN Best Picture Classics.

There's a reason why Paul Thomas has become one of the legendary directors in the adult industry. And it has nothing to do with fancy camerawork, big special effects, music video-like edits, or frankly even creative sex scenes. The key to Thomas' success is the man knows a good story when he sees (or in some cases, writes) one, and he knows how to capture good acting on film - even when his actors are adult stars who haven't necessarily spent a lot of their time taking acting lessons.

"Cry Wolf is so good, I can't imagine it not being remembered at the end of the year when the AVN Award and other major industry kudos are announced. Make no mistake, this is one of the best features we've seen from the industry so far in 2008. Be sure to check it out!" —Spooky, Adult DVD Empire

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