08/17/2026
While I am sadly not a librarian I do recommend books to my patients on a regular basis. People may be surprised to find out that romance novels can be beneficial for s-xual health.
Why?
They help get you in the right mindset. It’s unrealistic for someone to go from work, grocery shopping, putting a kid to sleep or any other daily task to being in the mood to get it on.
Spicy stories can help get your brain in a s*xy state of mind. Getting turned on by listening to or reading s*xy stories may help you feel more desire for intimacy. Think about if you have ever had a craving for a certain food, maybe you read about it in a magazine or saw a commercial, it may have triggered a need to have that thing, the same can happen with these books.
The people who create these stories are professionals. Coming up with a fantasy can be a challenge, but these writers are masters at coming up with sensual scenarios so you don’t have to! Just like you could probably come up with your own recipes, chances are you find one online and follow what someone else wrote out for you. So think of these stories as randy recipes for you to follow.
Finally, these stories may also inspire you to try something new. As we know, s-x is so much more than pe*******on and often these tales contain amorous acts that are not very common. So you might discover something new, whether it’s an act or position, that could become a household fave.
If you need a rec or five reach out and I am happy to share my list! Otherwise, share your favorite read :)