The Best American Erotica 2004

by Susie Bright

Showcase of 23 naughty tales to nurture dirty minds... something for everyone.

Genres: Erotica, Fiction, Short Stories, Anthologies

251 pages, Hardcover

First published January 6, 2004

About the author

Susannah "Susie" Bright (also known as Susie Sexpert) is a writer, speaker, teacher, audio-show host, performer, all on the subject of sexuality. She is one of the first writers/activists referred to as a sex-positive feminist.

Reviews

[Christopher Fox · Rating 4 out of 5]

What is mildly amusing here is the incredible inventiveness/imagination of the human mind in considering the subject of sex. Certainly no proof is needed but the range of situations into which eroticism sneaks its happy face is quite astonishing. This entry into what is a truncated series of annual compilations contains a suitable variety of sexual assignations and writing styles so that you can always find something here that engages you ... if you're so inclined. I am; I did.

[Devin · Rating 4 out of 5]

While few stories left me truly hot by the end (a notable exception is the Red Dress Tale), stories like the first two left their indelible marks. They were erotic works, meant not for pleasure, but to stretch the feelings of comfort and to put sex into previously un-thought-of locales. Out of the 4 or so anthologies in the BAE series I've read, this is by far my favorite.

[Heidi · Rating 3 out of 5]

As an anthology of erotic short stories, this one does a good job of covering most sexual interests and orientations without forgoing quality creative writing. A few stories were not necessarily what I would categorize as 'erotic' but enjoyable nonetheless.

[HeavyReader · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's been so long since I read this collection that I can't remember what my favorite stories are. It will be fun to reread it!

[Roxane]

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