Kink Curious: A Guide to Exploring Your Kinks, Dispelling Shame, and Staying Safe

by Gigi Engle

Overview

Listen up! Humans are kinky!

Kink has been around as long as humans have existed, but comes with an astonishing amount of myths and misunderstandings. This is a sex—positive, shame—free guide to kink for everyone from curious beginners to seasoned kinksters.

This book delves deep in every corner of the kink sphere. It jumps headfirst into the foundations of powerplay, at the differences between kink and fetish, and gives you the low—down on all kinds of bondage and impact play styles, while putting mental and physical health at the forefront. Whether you want a 101 in flogging safely, to plan a roadmap for experimenting with different kinds of niche play, or to learn how to explore what your desires and boundaries are in a fun, consensual and trauma—informed way — this is the guide for you.

With kink exercises, journal prompts, worksheets and agony aunt letters, this has all the practical tools you'll need for a spicy, shame—free kink journey.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781805018629
Publisher:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication date:	01/21/2026
Pages:	336
Product dimensions:	5.35(w) x 8.43(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Gigi Engle is an award—winning writer, certified psychosexual therapist, sex educator, and author, specializing in Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity. Gigi's work regularly appears in publications, including Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Elle Magazine, Teen Vogue, Glamour, and Women's Health. She is originally from Chicago and is based in London.

Editorial Reviews

Kink Curious isn't just accessible; it offers a step—by—step approach to removing sexual shame and exploring all sorts of kinks, from mild to wild to fantastical. Let Engle open your eyes (mouth, and holes) to a world of sexual possibilities

Zachary Zane

I'm delighted to live in an era where people feel increasingly able to explore and experiment with kinkiness, and ask intrigued questions — but for everyone's physical and emotional safety, it's vital that the answers come from responsible sources. Gigi Engle is an expert I trust 100% to look after all kink—curious humans, from their hearts to their intimate parts, their brains to their bruised bottoms and beyond! This book snaps on a pair of elbow—length latex gloves and delves deep, intelligently yet accessibly examining topics such as whether fetish practices can be used as a form of therapy; how neurodiversity might intersect with kinky hobbies; and how to enjoy imaginative role play without feeling like a fool or a fraud. If the thought of something supposedly taboo secretly makes you think "Oooh...", and you want a whip—smart, welcoming guide to kink that suits beginners but still goes beyond the basics, Kink Curious will polish your knowledge to a glossy, rubberised shine.

Alix Fox

Gigi Engle is one of the most trusted voices in kink and sexuality. Kink Curious is a sexy, smart, and shame—free guide that helps beginners step into their journey with confidence. Compassionate, accessible, and trauma—informed, Engle is the perfect guide into the world of kink. When it comes to all things kinky, nobody does it better than Gigi. This book empowers readers to explore safely, playfully, and without shame. Whether you're dipping a toe or diving right in, Engle shows that curiosity is not only welcome — it's essential.

Author of Rough and The Love Fix Rachel Thompson

With humour and compassion, Engle makes the complex world of kink feel both safe and exciting. This conversational guide has created an accessible entry to the world of exploration that will serve curious beginners and seasoned players alike.

Dr Esmé Louise James

Gigi is the friend every kink—curious person wishes they had: wise, hilarious, and unflinchingly real. She's been a guiding light in my own kinky journey, and Kink Curious captures that same energy she's given throughout the years of our loving and encouraging friendship. This book is your permission slip to explore, play, and discover the edges of your desire from an expert voice in kink!

Julieta Chiara

Kink Curious is packed with the useful information that all kinksters need to know. Gigi's warm and fun style centres on sex—positivity dispelling common myths, helping readers embrace their kink without shame. It is a must read for all kinksters whether curious, beginners and more experienced.

Silva Neves

Nobody does it like Gigi Engle. In Kink Curious, she educates, delights, and validates with characteristic moxy and deep intelligence. Her compassion for everyone and anyone struggling with sexual shame shines in every paragraph. Read this book to understand yourself and your species better

Wednesday Martin

Nothing beats shame like talking about kink with pride, as Gigi does. Spank me pink, anyone interested in kink needs to own this book.

Reed Amber

Nobody does it like Gigi Engle. In Kink Curious, she educates, delights, and validates with characteristic moxy and deep intelligence. Her compassion for everyone and anyone struggling with sexual shame shines in every paragraph. Read this book to understand yourself and your species better

Dr. Wednesday Martin

Nothing beats shame like talking about kink with pride, as Gigi does. Spank me pink, anyone interested in kink needs to own this book.

Rees Amber