Sex Books That Actually Teach You Something

• Explore sex books that are as fun as they are educational.

• Discover inclusive, sex-positive books on sex that expand your pleasure and confidence.

• Go beyond toys with card games and playful extras for a complete book of sex experience.

Why Sex Books Still Matter

Sure, you can find endless sex tips online — but not all advice is good advice. In fact, much of it is oversimplified, heteronormative, or just plain wrong. That’s why curated, sex-positive books on sex are so valuable. They don’t just give you techniques; they provide context, stories, and frameworks that help you feel more confident, adventurous, and in control of your pleasure.

Whether you’re brand new to exploring your sexuality or a seasoned explorer looking to spice things up, the right sex book can be as empowering as any toy. At The Pleasure Chest, our collection of books is chosen with one goal in mind: to make learning about sex fun, inclusive, and genuinely useful.

Sextrology: The Stars Between the Sheets

Sextrology

Features:

• A playful blend of astrology and sexology.

• Breaks down sexual archetypes based on zodiac signs.

• Fun, flirty, and surprisingly insightful.
  
  

Why It Teaches You Something:
This book doesn’t just give generic advice; it digs into how personality traits connect with pleasure, intimacy, and compatibility. Even skeptics will find it fun to reflect on how signs influence sexual style.

The Little Black Book of Sex Positions: Your Bedroom Upgrade

The Little Black Book of Sex Positions

Features:

• Pocket-sized but packed with creative positions.

• Illustrated for easy inspiration.

• Perfect for couples who want to mix things up.

   

Why It Teaches You Something:
Positions aren’t just about acrobatics — they can deepen intimacy, improve communication, and help partners find what feels best for their bodies. This little book makes experimenting approachable instead of intimidating.

The New Bottoming Book: Power with Care

The New Bottoming Book

Features:

• An updated guide to bottoming in BDSM play.

• Written by experienced kink educators.

• Explores consent, boundaries, safety, and joy.
  
  

Why It Teaches You Something:
This is the opposite of a flimsy “tips & tricks” manual. It’s thoughtful, affirming, and detailed, helping bottoms (and their tops) create safe, satisfying dynamics. For anyone curious about BDSM, it’s required reading.

More Than Books: Playful Extras to Spark Intimacy

Learning about sex doesn’t always mean reading a book cover to cover. Sometimes, it’s about playing a game, breaking the ice, or trying something silly together. These products aren’t “toys” in the traditional sense, but they create laughter, vulnerability, and intimacy.

Vush Curiosity Cues

With 50 different card prompts, discover more with deep conversations with your partner about intimacy and sex. 

Let's Have Sex Card Game

Think of it as a guided adventure deck. Draw cards that prompt new positions, conversations, or challenges — perfect for partners who want structured fun without overthinking.

For more ways to creatively spark fun conversations about intimacy, shop sex games. 

Safety and Consent in Sexual Exploration

Even with books and games, the rules of safe exploration still apply. Remember:

• Communicate openly about comfort levels and desires.

• Set boundaries before trying anything new.

• Respect “no” as much as you respect “yes.”
  
  

The best part of reading about sex is that you can move at your own pace, exploring fantasies in theory before trying them in practice.

A Book of Sex, A World of Possibilities

A great sex book doesn’t just entertain — it empowers you to explore intimacy with confidence, curiosity, and joy. From the zodiac-inspired insights of Sextrology, to the creativity of the Little Black Book of Sex Positions, to the wisdom of The New Bottoming Book, these reads prove that learning about sex can be as fun as it is transformative.

And when you’re ready to put the lessons into practice? Pair your reading with playful extras like card games, laughter, and lots of lube. Because at the end of the day, the real “book of sex” is the one you and your partner write together.

Explore our full collection of sex books to find your next favorite read.