Come As You Are by Dr Emily Nagoski - Sexual Wellness & Relationships - Non Fiction Paperback

Details
Condition: New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781925228014
Publisher: Scribe UK
Age Range: Adult

Overview
Come As You Are is Dr Emily Nagoski's bestselling, science-backed guide to women's sexuality, desire, and arousal. Drawing on decades of research, Nagoski explains why so many women worry they are "not normal" between the sheets and shows, with warmth and clarity, why that worry is almost always unfounded. This brand-new paperback breaks down the biology and psychology of desire into practical, reassuring, evidence-based insight that helps readers understand their own bodies and relationships far more confidently.

About the Book
Come As You Are reveals the true story behind female sexuality, uncovering the science of what makes women's arousal and desire tick, and why it varies so widely from person to person. Rather than measuring every reader against a single "normal," Dr Nagoski introduces the idea that all women's sexual responses are built from the same parts, but those parts are arranged differently in each person. She explores context, stress, body image, and emotion as central drivers of desire, moving well beyond simplistic advice to offer a framework readers can actually apply to their own lives and relationships. The book blends rigorous research with relatable stories, humour, and practical exercises, making it accessible whether you are reading alone, with a partner, or as part of a book club or course. Chapters tackle common anxieties around low libido, mismatched desire in relationships, and the impact of stress and trauma on sex, always returning to Nagoski's central reassuring message: you are normal, and understanding your own unique sexual response is the key to a more confident, satisfying intimate life. It has become a touchstone text for readers, therapists, and educators seeking a compassionate, evidence-based approach to modern sexual wellbeing.

• Understand the science behind desire, arousal, and why it differs between individuals
• Practical, evidence-based tools to reduce stress and improve intimacy
• Warm, non-judgemental tone that reassures readers worried about being "not normal"
• Widely recommended by therapists, educators, and relationship counsellors
• Ideal for personal reading, couples, book clubs, or classroom use

About the Author
Dr Emily Nagoski holds a Ph.D. in Health Behavior with a minor in Human Sexuality, and an MS in Counseling, both from Indiana University, including a clinical internship at the Kinsey Institute Sexual Health Clinic. She has worked as a sex educator for twenty-five years, combining clinical training with a gift for translating complex research into warm, practical, everyday language. Her work has made Come As You Are one of the most trusted and widely read books on women's sexuality.

Why You'll Love This Book
Come As You Are replaces guesswork and self-doubt with clear science and genuine reassurance. It's a compassionate, empowering read for anyone wanting to understand their body better and build a more confident, connected intimate life.

Please Note: this brand-new paperback is supplied as the UK edition with ISBN 9781925228014; cover design is as shown in the listing image.