It provides a sense of what it is like to be asexual that can sometimes be missing from academic work. Prepare to have your mind blown!" -Kendra Holliday, creator of The Beautiful Kind blog This is a long overdue book. Advocating respect, this rare and precious resource will open your eyes and set the record straight in a clear and straightforward manner. I couldn't wrap my head around the concept-sex is a huge part of my life, so how could it be insignificant to someone else? Boy, was I ignorant! This book is a comprehensive learning tool for those who are asexual, as well as those who are asexual curious. Asexuality is part of the sexuality spectrum and you need The Invisible Orientation on your shelves."-Charlie Glickman, PhD, certified sexological bodyworker I'll admit it: I used to think asexuality was not real. And if you're a sexuality or relationship professional, read this book. If you or someone you know is or might be asexual, read this book.
Julie Decker brings together the many different voices and stories of asexual people, presents valuable information, and offers helpful insight about how non-asexual people can be supportive. This title is an important resource for readers of any age who are struggling to understand their sexual orientation, or those who would like to better understand asexuality." - Library Journal, starred review This book shines a much-needed light on an experience that's far more common than most people realize. Chapters include: Asexuality as a Sexual Orientation Romantic Orientation Libido and Masturbation Intimate and Sexual Activity Asexual Relationships Asexual Community Should Asexual People Get Therapy and Be Fixed Am I Asexual? Should I Come Out? And much more If you think you may be asexual, or if you have a friend or partner who may be a sexual, this personal book will help you better understand what it means to be asexual in a world dominated by sexuality. And it's for people who think asexuality doesn't exist. She writes for people who are on the asexual spectrum, people who think they might be asexual, friends and family and partners of people who have come out as asexual, curious parties, and those looking for information on the subject for their school papers, sexuality studies, and alternative sexuality resources.
It's for the layperson, written in everyday language. It covers the basics of what asexuality is and isn't, explores the most common issues asexual people may be dealing with, presents some pointers for newly asexual-identified people and the people who love them, and includes some resources to find out more. "An important resource for readers of any age who are struggling to understand their sexual orientation, or those who would like to better understand asexuality." - Library Journal, starred review Julie Sondra Decker's book functions as a starting point for people interested in asexuality. Next Generation Indie Book Awards Winner in LGBT.
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