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Dear Betty,

I have wanted to write you and thank you for writing your book, Sex for One. It has been a godsend to me. I was one of these people who thought they had tried masturbating and it didn't do anything for me. I WAS WRONG. BUT I would never have tried to without your book. I'm 46 yrs old and had my first real orgasm about 6months ago. I had had small ones with my ex husband but nothing like I can produce in myself now. Thank you for your courage to write such a book.

Your devoted reader,
Barb T., Traverse City, MI
Aug. 21, 99

Dear Betty:

Sex for One -- what an inspiring, freeing, spiritual work -- a breath of fresh air. I'm not alone! Thank you for following your bliss.

I've often thought very negatively about myself because I have been masturbating ever since I can remember. When through the parent thing, the church thing, and the self thing --- I transcend when I masturbate. Because of your book I have much better feelings about my wonderful self! Thank you!

Sincerely,
Emma F.
7-06-99

Dear Betty:

I really enjoyed your book, "Sex for One." After 40 years of giving myself "quickies," making love to myself has been a revelation! Although, I am a male I learned a lot from your description of female self pleasuring. As your book points out, we have pretty much the same "hardware," we're just configured a little differently.

Recently, I found your website and was pleased with the articles presented. Thanks for your exciting suggestions and ideas. I really liked the date story on the net. You sound like a great date!!!

B. Miller
4-06-99

Dear Betty,

I have just finished reading Sex for One, which I found extremely refreshing, educational and informative dissertation. It is written in a readable style and succeeds in tackling a taboo subject tastefully. It also succeeds in using taboo words in such a way that they are not offensive, not that I ever found them so. Cunt has always been a beautiful word when correctly used. Always nice to see woman become "cunt positive".

Keep up the good work.
Peter W, London, England

Dear Betty:

I thoroughly enjoyed your book Sex for One. It was a cover-to-refreshing cover reading because I couldn't put it down. Thank you! At last-guilt-free masturbation!

I have recently rediscovered the joys of self-pleasure after years of abuse by my ex-wife. Your book has helped tremendously - not only in technique, but more importantly, in sharing the experiences of others.

I was raised in an Irish-Catholic household and the guilt associated with "self-abuse" has been a challenge to overcome. Thank you for being part of that liberating process!

Sincerely,
Steve S.
Aug. 10, 1999

Betty Dodson,

Your book is one of those that one can't put down. Didn't go to sleep until the last page was read. It was an excellent companion to the video tape. You are a GEM.

You are positively right when you start by saying for one to fall in love with their body. Even enjoyed the chapter on the male person. You sure hit it right. Men are not the only deceived ones, women's ideas about men are just as bad.

You are a positive genius. Thank you for the update. Hopefully, this knowledge will make me a more affective listener. I recommend you to the Hall of Fame, and the Pulitzer Prize for World Peace, at least in my special Hall of Fame you have achieved that status.

Sincerely, and lovingly, your friend
Jay H. Halloran

Dear Betty:

Sexual energy runs our animal motors for us. You represent that truth in your work and the amazing thing is that you are almost the only person to do so consistently in public. You are very special - but you shouldn't be. You shouldn't even have to work at it - everyone should know it. Since they don't, thank goodness for you.

Thanks,
Peter Montgomery

Dear Betty:

Minutes ago, I finished your book, Sex for One: The Joy of Selfloving. I am in complete awe over you. It is truly remarkable and inspirational that you had the "balls" to "battle" society and "attack" what was most definitely seen as taboo: masturbation. For the most part, I believe it is unfortunately still viewed in that light.

Respectfully,
Holly

May 10, 1999
Publisher review:

What a woman! What a life! What a book! Sex for One is a simply sensational read - you can't put it down. Betty shares her life's experiences with masturbation, both her own and her involvement with teaching women and men how to masturbate! Betty helps to remove our conditioned guilt about touching ourselves, and then reminds us that masturbation is the most natural and primal form of sex!

This book is so complete, it leaves nothing out, every question you may have will be answered, every topic explored in this book of self exploration. From appreciating the beauty of the vulva, to group masturbation stories. Recommended for everyone, no matter what your gender or your age, if you can read, then read this book! Betty, I love you!

Leah Bryan, Bordello #2, Vic., Australia

May 3, 99
Dear Betty:

I have read your book with my girlfriend twice so far. We agree and applaud everything you propose and state in the book. It has increased our sexual desire for each other particularly now that we openly masturbate together. We also engage in many of the sexual activities that you describe and recommend. We both admire both sexes and incorporate they fantasies in our making. Your book has virtually elimiated any sexual inhibitions we had and the result has been a total sexual "turn-on" each time we are together.

We also think your art work is superb, and we love to masturbate looking at your pictures very closely.

Our warmest regards,
Alan R.
Peoria, IL

April 7, 1999
Dear Dr. Dodson:

Thank heavens for your book Sex For One. I was 35 two years ago when I had my first orgasm and that was a few weeks after reading your book which my husband had bought for me. Until that time I didn't feel right masturbating even though my husband is happy to. I was very frustrated by intercourse because it was unfulfilling for me and I can only be grateful for the strong friendship that my husband and I have. Now I enjoy my multi-orgasms although I can still only manage it using the vibrator but we're working on it!.

Last Christmas he bought me your video, Celebrating Orgasm, which I thought was excellent because it is sensible and features real people we can relate to. My thanks to you for enabling me to release my hidden potential.

Laura

April 1, 1999
Dear Betty:

Thank your for writing, Sex for One. I read it and thought it was great. It helped me tremendously in healing my sexuality issues. I've been working on this subject in therapy, but I had too much shame about sex and my body to really open up with my therapist. We've done allot of work but your book really helped me with past feelings I had about masturbation growing up, my religious background and what society dictates. I know one of the reasons why I was afraid to open up in therapy was because I thought I was abnormal but after reading your book, I'm relieved to know I am not. I even bought myself and electric vibrator and never have been happier. Of course, I'm using your hints and tips or shall I say, tits and hips... Your book made me feel so much better about myself ! I love myself even more, as a matter of fact, I am having an affair…with myself.

Jill J.

3-2-99
Dearest Betty,

WOW! I just finished your book, Sex for One. I loved it! I purchased it last Sunday evening at a local book store and went right home to start reading it. Before I went to bed that night, I had masturbated to full orgasms TWICE!! Not too bad for a 60 year old man. The next morning before going to work, I masturbated again. I have taken myself to ecstasy more than 10 times in the last 4 days. And all because of your book. What a feeling ! I can't describe how it drives me wild. And I have people like you to love and thank.

But above all, you can't possibly know how reassuring it is to me to discover there are actually beautiful women like you out there that are uninhibited. Women that will actually share their views on self gratifying masturbation. I will love you for the rest of my life for that alone.

Bill

Jan. 23, 1999
Reader review:

Although some of the language used in Sex for One was the sort of language which would normally have upset me, the author made it clear why she wrote as she did. The information was so valuable to me that I wrote to both Dr. Dodson and my own physician concerning several aspects which would have improved my physical and psychological well-being. This is a book that should be passed from mothers (and fathers) to both sons and daughters as a mean of taking away the fear and insecurity attached to the subject of masturbation. In addition to discussing masturbation the author also discussed self-loathing of one's body resulting from a lack of information about what constituted normality in form. I wish someone would have had a similar book available when I was growing up so that I could have read it before I was in my seventies.

Norma B., TN

January 11, 1999
Reader review:

When I bought Sex for One, I expected a "how-to" style book, explaining techniques and tricks for getting yourself off. You can get that out of it, but there's more to this book. With new understandings about sexuality and about yourself, you may have more fun with a partner and alone. As the author writes a lot about her personal experience, it is geared more towards women, but I'd recommend this book to men also.

2-5-99
Dear Betty:

I am so glad I bought your book Sex for One. For many years I had thought of masturbation as a thing the "Good Christian people" don't do. Everytime I tried it I felt nothing, perhaps feeling very guilty about what I was doing. After reading your book, I tried a different tactic-clitoral stimulation. Within about five minutes I could feel the stirrings of something wonderful. 10 minutes later, I experienced the most fantastic orgasm. It left me with a delightful warm sensation all over.

I don't feel ashamed or guilty about it anymore. If only more people took you view about it. I am 29 and still single. Perhaps, a vibrator could be my new lover. Keep up the good work.

Karen, Scotland, UK

Jan. 14, 1999
Dear Betty:

Betty, you are a wonderfully courageous and open person. Not very many people are willing to be so forthright in giving such controversial information. Please keep the information flowing to all of us women who need this. Thank you, so much for helping me to learn to love myself and giving me the tools to improve my overall love life with the person I choose to be intimate with!

Chris L.

archived November 9, 1998

Sex For One by Dr. Betty Dodson is still just about the only good book around that is dedicated to masturbation. This is more of a cross between a personal narrative and an impassioned defense of the subject, but there is still plenty here in the way of excellent advice. It's also great reading in its own right.

Girl's Guide to Getting Off Alone, by the Mouth Organ Editors at maximag.com

Dec. 11, 1998
Dear Betty:

"I've been fantasizing about writing you a letter since I read your book, Sex for One, The Juy of Selfloving, yesterday in two sittings. It's one of the most beautiful books I've ever read. I have little money and struggled with the decision to buy it, but I'm so glad I did.

I liked that your book was an erotic vision directed by a woman. Fantasizing about this concept is the biggest turn-on of my life. Thank you for your philosophy. You have a warm place in my heart.

Daniel, Windham, VT

Nov. 11, 1998
Dear Dr. Dodson:

I came across Sex For One while I was packing up the books of a doctor I'd worked with, who died. He used to have seminars on sexuality. I'm so glad I had the unexpected opportunity to read your book. I found your ideas about masturbation very liberating, and feel I've been given a whole new way to look at sex. I'm so glad this happened to me at 25 instead of twenty years from now. I've never tried a vibrator, but I plan to get one soon.

I also want to compliment your writing and drawing ability. I really admire what you've done."

Anne, Springfield, IL

June 21, 1998
Reader review :

Every woman should have this book.
I used to be ashamed of masturbating. I thought of it as a sin...and something that that I would be punished for. After reading Sex for One, I know now that I had nothing to be afraid of. I am in a loving relationship, but selfloving has given me a whole new out look in life. I love my boyfriend deeply and I think our relationship is much strong because I am more confident about my techniques and I feel less conscious about my body. Even if a woman doesn't masturbate, she should read this book. Maybe it will give women more self confidence about themselves.

8/ 15/98
Dear Betty,

What an amazing life affirming book, Sex For One, is. Although I had masturbated since my adolescence, I had never experienced the intense beauty and wonder of orgasm as I did after I read your book. Sex For One, is not only a liberating text but a political work that enables us to love ourselves, to free up our sexual relationships and to stand alone with the capacity to sustain ourselves from the inner human-divine, wellspring of our souls.

I congratulate you for the remarkable, courageous and truthful life you have led. In freeing yourself, your body and your spirit through your quest to know yourself and love yourself as you see fit, you are an example to us all.

Maria, South Australia

October 28, 1998
Reader review:

Betty Dodson's book changed my life. I know this sounds very corny, but Betty's book was truly a life-changing experience for me. A woman at the age of 48, I had never experienced orgasm and was on a downward track sexually in my marriage. I devoured Betty's book, appreciating her complete candor and honesty about sex. I finally realized that sexual satisfaction and ecstacy are everyone's birthright, including me. A year after reading Sex for One, The Joy of Selfloving, I have lost 20 pounds, am feeling like a teenager with my husband, and can finally say "I love myself!" Thank you, Betty.

San Jose, CA

July 13, 1998
Reader review:

Sex for One, The Joy of Selfloving is truly mind-expanding. Dodson's book stands out in a field clogged with sex manuals which overstress partnered sex. It is difficult to be a good lover to a partner without an intimate understanding of one's own desires, likes, dislikes, gray areas, fantasies, and physiologies. As a sex educator, I highly recommend this text.

D.K., Dover, NH

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