Passionate Hearts The Poetry of Sexual Love

"In her search for positive, healthy sexual images to help her in her practice, renowned sex therapist and author Wendy Maltz solicited and sought out "poems that inspire and celebrate healthy sexual intimacy; poems in which heart connection was at the core of the sexual experience". In reviewing more than 1,500 submissions, she asked, "Does this poem represent mutual caring and desire? Do the partners relate as equals, respecting each other as separate individuals? Is there a sense of emotional trust and honesty? Does the poem celebrate sensual pleasures?" The result is a remarkable anthology of intimate, yet accessible poetry, representing new voices as well as the most revered contemporary poets. Culled from classic works of poetry, unpublished work solicited especially for Passionate Hearts, and poetry and erotica journals, these poems celebrate sexual connection and expression. While sexually honest, Passionate Hearts remains accessible and inspiring to a wide audience. Each poem will affect and connect with a different reader, exalting in the mysterious power of sexuality."