For more than two decades, The Ethical Slut--which has sold over half of a million copies since its original publication--has dispelled myths and showed curious readers of all orientations how to maintain successful nontraditional relationships through open communication, emotional honesty, and safer sex practices.

Whether you've read The Ethical Slut or not, whether you're new or well-versed in the spectrums of gender and sexuality, this is the perfect starting point. If you're looking to become a better partner, discover your ideal style of loving yourself and others, or expand your understanding of what makes a relationship work, The Ethical Slut's Companion takes you on an exploration of the wonderful world of relationships.

Sex experts Dossie Easton and Janet Hardy walk readers through the process of understanding relationships and how they can look through exercises and writing activities (to do solo, or with a partner) like:

• What do you want out of your relationships? How do you picture your romantic life?

• Describe your sex life as it is today. What would you change, if changing were easy?

• So you want to open up your relationship--write down the perfect way the conversation with your partner could go. What are some issues that may arise during that conversation?

• What's a healthy relationship you've seen? What was your criteria for a healthy relationship? Do you feel like there may be any downsides to this kind of relationship?