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Desire

A Guide to Libido in Any Relationship, at Any Age

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Desire

By: Lauren Fogel Mersy, Jennifer A. Vencill
Narrated by: Samara Naeymi
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When it comes to libido, every one of us is different... But that's no bad thing.

Differences in libido is a common issue in romantic relationships, often leading to insecurity, conflict and communication breakdown. It can be difficult to find help, as most research on the topic adheres to a narrow, heteronormative model of sexual intimacy — a way of thinking that hinders our ability to enjoy sex to the full.

Dr. Fogel Mersy and Dr. Vencill's Desire rejects this model. Drawing upon their wealth of experience as certified sex therapists, Fogel Mersy and Vencill look beyond structural oppressions like cisnormativity and compulsory sexuality, to promote a liberated, inclusive perspective.

Through scientific research, cultural analysis, and practical exercises, readers can learn what impacts libido, how to improve communication, and how to manage sexual anxieties, in order to create a healthier and happier attitude towards sex and intimacy.

Whoever you are or whoever you're into, Desire will help you find the key to having great sex and making lasting relationships.

©2025 Canelo (P)2023 Lauren Fogel Mersy Human Sexuality Personal Development Psychology Psychology & Mental Health

Critic reviews

Brilliant... This is the most inclusive, up-to-date book on sexual desire I have ever encountered, with the potential to help countless individuals
-- Laurie Mintz, PhD, author of Becoming Cliterate

Desire is the most important sexuality book of the last decade.
-- Barry McCarthy, PhD, author of Couple Sexuality After 60

An incredibly comprehensive, thoughtful, inclusive, and encouraging book for anyone looking to understand sexual desire or improve their relationship with their partner.
-- Dr. Debby Herbenick, PhD, MPH, author of Because It Feels Good: A Woman's Guide to Sexual Pleasure and Satisfaction.
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