The Big Book of Orgasms

69 Sexy Stories

By: Rachel Kramer Bussel

Narrated by: Rose Caraway

Length: 8 hrs and 27 mins

Publisher's summary

What happens when you bring together 69 authors sharing their hottest orgasm stories? If you have top notch erotica editor Rachel Kramer Bussel, you get The Big Book of Orgasms! This climactic collection captures top erotica writers serving up steamy scenarios all focused on The Big O. Whether getting off from exhibitionism, voyeurism, or a very special pair of blue jeans, the characters in The Big Book of Orgasms explore all sorts of ways they can come. Go "Under the Table" with Elizabeth Coldwell and cheer for "The Pink Team" by Kelly Rand. Discover the thrill of hot wax and even hotter sex; these short stories bring the heat on every page! With a foreword by Ecstasy is Necessary author Barbara Carrellas, these are climaxes you'll want to relive again and again.

Dr. Ruth once said about Rachel Kramer Bussel, "she is only satisfied if you come and come again." With this rousing read, The Big Book of Orgasms counts all the wonderful ways women get off. Inspirational as well as aspirational, this book celebrates women's sexuality by reaching new heights of excellence. Each of the 69 stories about "the big O" is a peak experience in and of itself.

©2013 Cleis Press (P)2014 Cleis Press

That's a spicy book!

If you could sum up The Big Book of Orgasms in three words, what would they be?

Muy, muy, caliente

What other book might you compare The Big Book of Orgasms to and why?

Is there a comparison? LOL

What about Rose Caraway’s performance did you like?

As always, she never lets me down. I have heard some people read and it was just ridiculous. But my favorite sexy librarian has the perfect voice for this hot erotica.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I did want to, I couldn't though. And one story I listened to more than once (the one with the stranger int he elevator...holy cow! I died)

Any additional comments?

Let me know when the even bigger book of Orgasms arrives! LOL

Sexy, Short and Sultry

Would you listen to The Big Book of Orgasms again? Why?

Yes, definitely. They are short enough that I didn't get bored and are easy to listen to a few at a time. There are a few I plan to replay for my partner and listen together.

What other book might you compare The Big Book of Orgasms to and why?

Gotta Have It and Frenzy, because all feature very short but hot stories.

Which scene was your favorite?

I liked the sensualness of "The Massage" (who wouldn't want a massage like that?), "Steamy" and the movie theater setting of "Matinee" and "Meeting Cute." Also "Squirt" was very hot. It's hard to pick a favorite but I liked that each one offered a little something different, some super down and dirty and some cuter.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It turned me on and at times made me laugh, especially "Remote Control," a genderbending, outrageous and over the top sexy story that is worthy of a comedy show. "Me Vengo" was also pretty amusing.

Any additional comments?

Rose Caraway is a wonderful narrator whose voice I could listen to reading just about anything. She gives her all to each and every story and even though they're short, she makes you feel like you don't want them to end.

Not a single word wasted

If you could sum up The Big Book of Orgasms in three words, what would they be?

Hot, fun, surprising

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Big Book of Orgasms?

The remote control story, because I had no idea where it was going or what would happen next.

What does Rose Caraway bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She makes even an innocent line drip with innuendo, so when she does get to the sexy parts, it's all the hotter. It's an entirely different experience than simply reading the book, not only because my own voice isn't all that great, but hearing Rose made me consider parts of the stories I hadn't considered before.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, because there were ones I wanted to listen to again and a few I was happy to just listen to once. They are so short that listening to more than 10 at a time for me was a bit of overkill but they are perfect nighttime listening to get you in the mood.

Any additional comments?

Definitely a keeper, and took orgasms, which you'd think would be a dime a dozen in erotica, and made them the focal point without seeming like "are we there yet?" Some of these stories I'd have been happy to keep listening to find out what happens next!

Hot Erotica for those who enjoy the genre

If you could sum up The Big Book of Orgasms in three words, what would they be?

Exciting, Stimulating, Different.

What did you like best about this story?

I usually enjoy all erotica, GAY, Straight, Kinky, BDSM, it is what stimulates the mind and gets people off. Erotica, like any other fiction is written to entertain and stimulate. (The reader doesn't have to love every story) However if you are an individual who enjoys your own sexuality, then you should be able to understand and enjoy anyone who expresses their desires no matter how different or strange, (consenting adults). Yes there is roll play, and play with toys and some homosexuality. These are stories about the Big O. How people get them and give them. I found every story a delight.

Have you listened to any of Rose Caraway’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I only heard Rose Caraway one other time and she is a wonderful narrator, even when talking from a man's point of view.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When you have so many stories I know I can't pick one. I found it well worth the cost for the over 8 hours of entertainment.

Any additional comments?

I've listened to many of Rachel Kramer Bussel's anthologies. She knows how to pick stories that will work, I always look for books by Rachel Kramer Bussel, or Alison Tyler, Violet Blue, Delilah Devlin. Especially when putting together anthologies. They are also great writers, and ofter end up in many of these anthologies. GIVE US MORE.

Worth Every Penny!

What made the experience of listening to The Big Book of Orgasms the most enjoyable?

What made the experience of listening to The Big Book of Orgasms the most enjoyable is the very wide variety stories. We loved that it touched on so many different ways to enjoy sexual contact.

What did you like best about this story?

The story Remote Control. Who hasn't wanted to trade places with your lover? Very creative and fun.

Have you listened to any of Rose Caraway’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, I'm a fan of her podcast. My wife and I love everything she does.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Ohh-Yess.But it wasn't' laughing or crying, if you know what I mean.

Any additional comments?

Rachel Kramer Bussel did an excellent job of putting together a terrific group of sexy stories. I'm thinking I'm going to go get Rose Caraway and Rachel's other collaboration, 69 stories of sudden sex with my next credit.

An Incredibly Sexy Bedtime Read!

Where does The Big Book of Orgasms rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

When it comes to erotica, this book hits it out of the park. Rose Caraway's voice is perfect for these deliciously sexy tales, and she tells them without a hint of reservation or pretension. Other audiobook readers in erotica can really ruin a sexy scene; this book was refreshing for its natural and very sexy voice work.

What other book might you compare The Big Book of Orgasms to and why?

The Big Book of Orgasms holds up well in my collection of Cleiss Press erotic anthologies and "Best Of" books. It delivers the same high-quality, incredibly sexy, diverse stories, with it's own spin. Perfect for a quick bedtime read.

What does Rose Caraway bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Caraway's voice is wonderful, soft and alluring. She gives a very sexy life to each story.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

There were actually several, which of course was the point. :) My favorite thing about this collection is the variety of stories; several of them spiked my interest in their own way. I particuarly liked "Count Out The Strokes" and "The Gallery Exhibit".

Any additional comments?

One reviewer made a really sexy suggestion of reading these stories to your lover before bed. With the freedom of the audiobook format, I think this suggestions is even better. I like to set my iPod into its dock and let it play for both of us so we can listen together.

Sexy is an understatement!

If you could sum up The Big Book of Orgasms in three words, what would they be?

Sexy orgasmic fun.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Big Book of Orgasms?

All of the stories were hot and memorable. But my favorite was "Hard Knocks" that involves some very sexy spanking scenes.

Have you listened to any of Rose Caraway’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have heard several of her performances. All of them are great. This one is no different. Rose is the perfect narrator for these types of stories. She has a very sexy voice and pulls you into the story. She is fantastic at being very sexy and believable without overdoing it like so many other narrators do with erotic stories.

Any additional comments?

Rachel Kramer Bussel has once again selected amazing authors for this anthology. Whatever you are into this book probably has it. I love the format of this book,The stories are long enough to be good and short enough to leave the rest up to the imagination. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone. Well worth the purchase or use of a credit. So many good stories you will want to revisit. And definitely a fun book to share with a partner

As good as it gets

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely. The stories are quite short, so it's really a collection of tiny, satisfying morsels. If one doesn't suit your taste, guaranteed a different one will. It's a really nice, fun introduction to erotica for those less familiar with the genre. For established fans of the genre, the collection is a really nice catch-all - established authors, new authors, lesbian, gay, straight, trans, vanilla, kink - there's a little bit of everything in there!

What other book might you compare The Big Book of Orgasms to and why?

I'd probably compare it to any other book edited by Rachel Kramer Bussel, particularly for Cleis Press. As always, the attention to quality and detail is pretty much second to none. I'd say that if you liked Gotta Have It: 69 Stories of Sudden Sex, you'll like The Big Book of Orgasms.

What does Rose Caraway bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Rose Caraway has a polished playfulness that worked on two levels. The first is that her voice is distinctive, so it provides a sort of through-line by connecting the stories as a whole. The second is that, as distinctive as Ms. Caraway's voice is, she's also really adaptable. The stories vary from silly to serious, and she successfully captured the tone of each, teasing out what made each individual story sexy or touching.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I liked drawing it out 2-3 stories at a time. It made my workouts fly by.

Any additional comments?

For the sake of full disclosure, I should say that I have a story in the collection, (credited under my pseudonym). I was excited and nervous when I heard that they were going to make an audiobook version, and I have to say that the results exceeded my most hopeful hopes. This is a collection that I'm proud to have a tiny part in, regardless of the format.

Creative, Fun and Hot

Would you listen to The Big Book of Orgasms again? Why?

Yes, definitely. Rose's voice is addictive! She makes each story come to life and made me want to keep listening even after I was done. There were a few I went back and listened to again and again. I liked that whether it was a male narrator or female narrator, Rose brought it to life and made me feel like I was truly hearing the voice of that character.

What other book might you compare The Big Book of Orgasms to and why?

It's hard to say because each story had its own little twist.

Have you listened to any of Rose Caraway’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, I've listened to her narrate Gotta Have It, Smokin' Hot Firemen and Shady Palms (which isn't erotica). They are all great listens, but if you are looking for short stories with all sorts of themes and types, this book and Gotta Have it are ones to check out.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Any and all orgasms welcome!

Angel-voiced rendition of well-crafted sexy storie

If you could sum up The Big Book of Orgasms in three words, what would they be?

Smoldering. Diverse. Desire.

What does Rose Caraway bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Erotic tension, and the voice of an angel.

Any additional comments?

Rachel + Rose = winning combination!

Not to be missed

If you like erotica you will love this , this is erotica at its best 5 star