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Exotique (Special Series)Exotique (Special Series)
Buy used from: $24.95
A must-have for all retro-kink fans ... it all began here with Exotique, published from 1951 to 1957 ... it's fascinating; the femdom fetish style and vamp fashion wear and exotic artwork. Sociologically important, to say the least. Interesting, for sure. And certainly fun.
The Complete Bizarre Reprint for Slaves of Fashion (Specials)The Complete Bizarre Reprint for Slaves of Fashion (Specials) by Eric Kroll
Buy used from: $29.95
This is also important. It features the collected self-published work of John Willie, who was an amazing and unique artist, an influence on Irving Klaw, Bettie Page and Eric Stanton ... and many others. His digest, BIZARRE actually precedes EXOTIQUE, although I prefer EXOTIQUE personally.
Best of Bizarre (TASCHEN Icons Series)Best of Bizarre (TASCHEN Icons Series) by Eric Kroll
Buy used from: $8.00
Yes, I recommend this "best of" book of John Willie's BIZARRE work (really his personal art project). John Willie was like the Leonardo Da Vinci of bondage art. "Sweet Qwendoline," a damsel-in-distress character he invented, remains probably his most enduring contribution.
The Adventures of Sweet GwendolineThe Adventures of Sweet Gwendoline by John Willie
Here it is -- the Sweet Qwendoline artwork collected into a single, beautiful book. John Willie's illustrative work is amazing. This is absolutely worth owning. A+++ Published by Belier Press -- a great job, I might add.
The Notorious Bettie PageThe Notorious Bettie Page
Buy new: $9.98 / Used from: $2.76
For many this will be the introduction to Bettie Page and her involvement with fetish pioneer, Irving Klaw. Bettie Page cheerfully played a submissive or a domina as a fetish model. Her legacy is uniquely tied to this "underground" work. Gretchen Mol is beautiful and a great actress, though no one can truthfully stand-in for the great Bettie Page.
The Bettie Page CollectionThe Bettie Page Collection
Buy new: $44.99 / Used from: $19.69
Speaking of her work with Irving Klaw ... Her Klaw 8mm loops are included here. This is a great box set, which I recommend. It includes 3 DVDs: Bettie Page: Bondage Queen + Bettie Page: Pin Up Queen (which includes "Teaserama")
Bettie Page: The Life of a Pin-Up LegendBettie Page: The Life of a Pin-Up Legend by James L. Swanson
Buy used from: $55.00
For Bettie Page fans this is a MUST-HAVE book. It's awesome. It's absolutely PACKED with lovely pics and well written -- and put together with Bettie Page's involvment. Just beautiful.
A Nostalgic Look At Bettie Page (Volume 4 Number 4)A Nostalgic Look At Bettie Page (Volume 4 Number 4) by Eros Publishing
Buy used from: $25.00
Beautiful. If you can get your hands on a copy. I believe the date is 1975 -- so this is a rare collectible.
Eric Stanton: The Dominant Wives and Other Stories (Taschen 25th Anniversary)Eric Stanton: The Dominant Wives and Other Stories (Taschen 25th Anniversary) by Dian Hanson
Buy new: $11.24 / Used from: $9.94
This is a reprint, mostly of Eric Stanton's post-1980s work, although it does include some of Stanton's early Irving Klaw work (from the 1950s), and his serial "Deborah," which he originally produced for Leonard Burtman's EXOTIQUE. Worth owning, for all you Eric Stanton fans (and you know who you are). Eric Stanton rules, though I'm more of a fan of his pre-'80s work though.
The Art of Eric Stanton: For the Man Who Knows His Place (Photo & Sexy Books)The Art of Eric Stanton: For the Man Who Knows His Place (Photo & Sexy Books) by Eric Kroll
Buy used from: $39.71
This huge coffee table book is one of the greatest fetish art books EVER. It has personal pics of the artist and all kinds of cool stuff in it. Tons of art, covering Eric Stanton unique life. Don't hesitate to pick up a copy! It's beautiful, baby.
Stanton Presents: Sweeter Gwen & The Return of Gwendoline (With Giant Full-Color Poster)Stanton Presents: Sweeter Gwen & The Return of Gwendoline (With Giant Full-Color Poster) by Eric Stanton
Buy used from: $199.99
This is very hard to find, but it includes his masterpiece (at least in my opinion): "The Return of Gwendoline" ... Stanton's tribute to fetish artist John Willie. Sweeter Gwen was inked by Steve Ditko (Spider-Man co-creator), who was Eric Stanton's pal and studio mate for 10 years. They worked on a lot of fetish art together, some very cool stuff, which included "The Kinky Hook."
The Kinky Hook: A Bondage Classic By Eric Stanton (Eros Comix No. 1 First Edition)The Kinky Hook: A Bondage Classic By Eric Stanton (Eros Comix No. 1 First Edition) by Eric Stanton
Buy used from: $69.99
Speaking of which: Steve Ditko + Eric Stanton coolest project together, after Sweeter Gwen. It's really fun.
Stantoons: Bound Beauty #1; Eric Stanton's Tops & BottomsStantoons: Bound Beauty #1; Eric Stanton's Tops & Bottoms by Eric Stanton
Buy used from: $74.75
This is the first of Stanton & Ditko's "Top & Bottoms" series, reprinted in the 1990s by Eros. The material in it originally appeared in the 1960s and was sold underground.
Lady in Charge: Eric Stanton's Tops & Bottoms Number 2Lady in Charge: Eric Stanton's Tops & Bottoms Number 2 by Eric Stanton & Steve Ditko
Buy used from: $59.99
Okay, this is #2 in the Stanton & Ditko series. It's really hilarious and fun.
Stantoons: Confidential TV #1; May 1994Stantoons: Confidential TV #1; May 1994 by Eric Stanton
Steve Ditko did some nice inking work here, supporting Eric Stanton's art. It includes panels completely drawn by Steve Ditko; there's no question about it.
Clean Cartoonists' Dirty DrawingsClean Cartoonists' Dirty Drawings by Craig Yoe
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $13.94
Check this out for more Steve Ditko & Eric Stanton work. It's cool that it's finally coming out of the closet. Some of the stuff is incorrectly labeled as Steve Ditko work, when actually it's "Ditko + Stanton."
Stanton Archives (Catalog) StantoonsStanton Archives (Catalog) Stantoons by Eric Stanton
Buy used from: $218.32
This is Eric Stanton's first catalog. Very rare. In 1975, following in the footsteps of John Willie, he decided to become a self-publisher. And he would continue to self-publish his own work for the rest of his life, living his life on his own terms. Yes, Eric Stanton is my hero.
Art of Stanton, Master of BizarreArt of Stanton, Master of Bizarre by Eric Stanton
Buy used from: $35.95
ABSOLUTELY worth owning. Features GREAT personal pics + great art. I fell head-over-heels in love with Eric Stanton's legacy after picking up this book (which I purchased from Amazon). These days I actually own 3 copies of this great book. 2 of them SIGNED by Eric Stanton. You NEED to buy this book, fellow kinkster. I promise you will be happy. RichardPerez.net -- to drope me a line.
Stantoons 1; Vonda Sorrel, Pin-Down InterrogationStantoons 1; Vonda Sorrel, Pin-Down Interrogation by Eric Stanton
Buy used from: $74.75
The first Stantoons, self-published by Stanton. Eric Stanton would self-publish 105 of them before his death in 1999. I think it's cool that Stantoons are now available through Amazon. They're not easy to find.
Esthetique Fetish & BizarreEsthetique Fetish & Bizarre by Bilbrew Gene
Buy used from: $65.00
Hard to find. But contains beautiful work from the great Gene Bilbrew.
The Bizarre Art of Bilbrew & Stanton Vol 1, No 1The Bizarre Art of Bilbrew & Stanton Vol 1, No 1 by Gene Bilbrew
Another rare item. Contains some cool artwork from both my favorite artists. I love this.
Secret Identity: The Fetish Art of Superman's Co-creator Joe ShusterSecret Identity: The Fetish Art of Superman's Co-creator Joe Shuster by Craig Yoe
Buy new: $16.47 / Used from: $11.18
Too cool. Joe Shuster did a lot of fetish artwork, most notably for NIGHTS OF HORROR, a digest-sized series that attracted a lot of notoriety. Interesting stuff.
Sin-A-Rama: Sleaze Sex Paperbacks of the SixtiesSin-A-Rama: Sleaze Sex Paperbacks of the Sixties
Buy new: $21.33 / Used from: $13.88
FANTASTIC book on the so-called "sleaze" paperbacks of the 1960s. This book is AWESOME. You'll love the artwork, which will make you smile and howl with laughter. It's just great. Eric Stanton and Gene Bilbrew and many more! Highly recommended!
My Girlfriend Comes to the City and Beats Me UpMy Girlfriend Comes to the City and Beats Me Up by Stephen Elliott
Buy new: $11.16 / Used from: $2.99
On a more serious note, this is a great collection of Femdom related stories by the fearless American writer, Stephen Elliott. He mentions buying the Eric Stanton coffee table book in it -- a reference that made me smile. This author has GUTS. A true artist. He deserves your support.
Happy BabyHappy Baby by Stephen Elliott
Buy new: $11.20 / Used from: $1.00
Essential Stephen Elliott work. A+ But keep in mind, that Elliott is a serious artist. So this isn't erotic ... but more psychologically based -- or an investigation into male psyche, if you will.
History of Men's Magazines: Volume 4 (Dian Hanson's: The History of Men's Magazines)History of Men's Magazines: Volume 4 (Dian Hanson's: The History of Men's Magazines) by Dian Hanson
Buy used from: $14.80
You need this! This is my favorite book of the Dian Hanson "History of Men's Magazine" series. It reflects on Irving Klaw, Leonard Burtman and even the sexploitaiton cinema mags of the 1960s. It's awesome. Dian Hanson rules. She was also a supporter of Eric Stanton's work. Quite a woman.
2002 Dita Von Teese Playboy magazine2002 Dita Von Teese Playboy magazine by Playboy
Buy used from: $15.95
I'm amazed that this is on Amazon, but yeah. Incredible cover image -- makes this item worth owning. Dita looks beyond beautiful. And check out her waist-line! You will stare at this classic image in a daze. It's iconic.
Fetish 101: Celebrate Your FantasiesFetish 101: Celebrate Your Fantasies by Peter W. Czernich
Buy used from: $5.79
Dita Von Teese looks truly beautiful on this cover. That blue corset rocks. This is a cool book, inside and out.
Fetish Girls (Ill)Fetish Girls (Ill) by Eric Kroll
Buy used from: $14.00
This is a very cool book by Eric Kroll. Worth owning.
New York Girls (Amuses Gueules)New York Girls (Amuses Gueules) by Richard Kern
Buy used from: $4.50
Try to get the full book of NEW YORK GIRLS (not just the postcard book). It's awesome. Much like FETISH GIRLS, but even better in my opinion.
SuicideGirlsSuicideGirls
Buy new: $16.52 / Used from: $12.52
In my opinion, Richard Kern directly influenced the Suicide Girls phenomenon. It's cool though. I like this book.
Hardcore CollectionHardcore Collection
Buy new: $26.99 / Used from: $22.99
Richard Kern is important. A trangressive artist. And this is a compilation of his 8mm work, featuring important artists like Lydia Lunch (doing some of her best work). Recommended.
She's on Top: Erotic Stories of Female Dominance and Male SubmissionShe's on Top: Erotic Stories of Female Dominance and Male Submission
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $3.00
This is the first compilation of femdom related erotic stories edited by Rachel Kramer Bussel, who is a one-woman cultural force. Just tireless. I love reading her blogs and updates on myspace.
Yes, Ma'am: Erotic Stories of Male SubmissionYes, Ma'am: Erotic Stories of Male Submission
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $8.24
The last collection of femdom stories edited by the highly-likeable Rachel Kramer Bussel (-- an icon in the making).
Carrie's Story: An Erotic S/M NovelCarrie's Story: An Erotic S/M Novel by Molly Weatherfield
Buy new: $10.04 / Used from: $4.99
This is a startling BDSM novel! Hyper-literate and quite amazing. Literature, to be sure.
Male Chastity: A Guide for KeyholdersMale Chastity: A Guide for Keyholders by Lucy Fairbourne
Buy new: $13.45 / Used from: $9.54
This is surprisingly well-written. Keyholders? Yeah, check it out.
Female Dominance: Rituals And PracticesFemale Dominance: Rituals And Practices by Claudia Varrin
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $8.00
This is worth owning. It's actually one of the very few substantial books on the subculture and its related fetishes -- not just cheesy socio-porn. It's really interesting, and fun to read.
The Femdom ExperienceThe Femdom Experience by Elise Sutton
Buy new: $26.98 / Used from: $35.75
Say what you will about Elise Sutton, but her femdom website continues to attract A LOT of attention. This is her second book, which I prefer to her first.
My Private Life: Real Experiences of a Dominant WomanMy Private Life: Real Experiences of a Dominant Woman by Mistress Nan
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $7.77
Fun book. Well written, if not just a little short. It's actually a collection of a bunch of related "scenes." Like, "Shoe Salesman" and "New Job" -- like femdom scenarios. It's better written than most.
Permanent Obscurity: Or a Cautionary Tale of Two Girls and Their Misadventures with Drugs, Pornography and DeathPermanent Obscurity: Or a Cautionary Tale of Two Girls and Their Misadventures with Drugs, Pornography and Death by Richard Perez
Buy new: $15.95
I humbly submit my own "fetish-noir" or femdom themed "Girls on the lam" novel. It's the best thing I've ever done, hands down. Not "erotica" -- it's a pulp sexploitation novel and a black comedy of sorts.