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Straight Talk: Volume One (Playing For Keeps: How To Love A Woman And Make Her Love You Back)
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Straight Talk: Volume Two: (Papa's Got A Brand New Bag: A Man's Guide To Lovin' His Woman Down)

by Gerry Wright

328 pages; quality trade paperback (softcover); these two volumes are sold as a set only; catalogue #01-0024; ISBN 1-55212-622-6; US$38.50, C$44.00, EUR31.50, £22.00

Straight Talk is a set of two books intended for adults 21 and older who have an interest in self-help, an improved sex life, or great relationships.

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about the books      about the author      Excerpts from Volume I      Excerpts from Volume II      catalogue info

About the books Finally! A Man Speaks to Men. Never have books promised to pry men away from their six-packs and remote controls to take a two-part course on the sport of seduction. As an author who has given new meaning to the word 'touch down' , he shows you how to 'touch her'. No subject is off-limits --- or out of bounds. So ladies, get ready to play ball!! Straight Talk: Volume One Playing For Keeps ***How To Love A Woman And Make Her Love You Back*** Round One - The Try-Outs In this first of two sizzling volumes, Wright gives raw tutorials on winning a woman's affections. In locker room voice former pro basketball player Gerry Wright answers all the questions that aspiring Casanovas are dying (but too proud) to ask. From what to wear, to how to smell, to how to equip the bachelor pad, Volume I gets a man to first base ---without striking out. Loaded with clever, hard-nosed information, Straight Talk elevates men from sitting on life's bleachers as all of the quality babes walk by to becoming an All-Star at love. Unlike books like Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus, this two-book series deals with the real world, and gives the low down of what women really want --- in "guy talk"! Crammed with nuggets of practical information spiked with sporting terms, Playing For Keeps is savvy, sexy, and funny. Straight Talk: Volume Two Papa's Got A Brand New Bag ***A Man's Guide To Lovin' His Woman Down*** Round Two - The Knockout Volume I Straight Talk: Playing For Keeps got a fellow's foot in the door and into her head ---- Volume II Papa's Got A Brand New Bag pitches step-by-step details on how to perform in her bed. Gerry Wright, personal trainer and former pro basketball player gets straight to the point --- most men are lousy lovers. Perceptive, real and wise, in Volume II Wrigt teaches men the blow-by-blow moves that leave a woman crying "time-out!" In the same no-holds-barred locker room style of Volume I, Wright explicitly coaches mankind on the sensual techniques to win over the opposite sex. Based on the shared experiences on different continents as Wright played basketball, he delivers the low down on the sexual "left hooks" and "curve balls" - that American women are dying for men to throw. More than a primer on body parts (and yes) oral sex the book also instructs men to listen to their partners. Perceptive, clever, and graphic --- Wright's instincts brand him as America's personal trainer at love. Wright's hand size (a full 11 1/4 inches spread) afforded him the ability to earn Sports Illustrated notoriety as a slam-dunk king. In two erotically raw volumes he gives tips that will have women in the palm of your hand (regardless of how many inches you're wielding). Wright's coaching a new team of men --- and, frankly fellows, she won't be trading you to another team after you read Wright's Straight Talk. Letter to Gerry Wright: Dear Mr. Wright, I went to a little book store called "Consider The Alternatives" on Thursday, April 19, looking for a book about relationships. I told Judy, the owner, that I have read many books to try to understand my man. And I couldn't seem to find one about women for men to read that wasn't just about sex. She called me at my home the very next day and left me a message that two books came in about the subject we were discussing and would I mind coming and taking them to read and review. I went to the store the very next day and read the cover letter, then the contents of the books. I immediately took them home to read. I am 2/3 through Volume 1 and I can't put it down. You must promote this book every where. Your book is heroic to all of us who have been criticized for saying the things you had the balls to say and say it straight. These two books must be marketed ASAP. Get the word out! Thank-you so much for your gift to men and women. Your reward is very great. T.R.

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About the Author Born on December 27th, 1963 and weighing only a mere few pounds, no one could foresee the giant strides Gerry's life would one day take. After achieving All American honors in H.S. basketball and simultaneously All State honors in music, Gerry accepted an athletic scholarship to the University of Southern California. He eventually left his beloved Los Angeles and transferred to the University of Iowa. Distinguishing himself as an outstanding student and athlete, Gerry was twice selected to the Big Ten All Conference Team and was a preseason All American as a senior. Gerry graduated with a BA degree in Communications in 1987. Although he was drafted by the Detroit Pistons of the NBA, Gerry chose to serve in the military before pursuing a professional basketball career. He fulfilled his military obligation by serving as an instructor of fitness and self-defense at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, and later as a Naval Aviator, stationed out of Pensacola, Florida. Gerry was honorably discharged and attained the rank of Lieutenant. After the military Gerry played two seasons in the NBA's minor league, the CBA, winning the slam-dunk title at the league's all-star game. After testing the waters in the European league for one year Gerry returned home to California and joined the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. He served the county for two years before transferring to the Santa Monica Police Department, where he served two and a half more years. While working full time for the SMPD Gerry continued to instruct fitness, martial arts, and women's self-defense at Santa Monica College. After nearly five years in law enforcement Gerry returned to the U of I as the athletic recruiting coordinator, and fitness/martial arts instructor in the Physical Education Department. However, after six years on the sidelines, basketball came calling once more. Gerry returned to Europe and played four more years. He was selected three times as a European All Star. After basketball he worked as an exercise specialist with a list of clients that included Royalty and dignitaries of state. On a more personal note, Gerry is a well-traveled, well-read, cosmopolitan man who speaks Spanish fluently. He has lived in six different countries and has visited more places than most can count. Though quite successful in life, he has remained a quiet, soft-spoken gentleman who enjoys spending his free time with his "Spanish Fly" (his wife Eva), reading, writing, studying, cooking, listening to jazz, pumping iron and enjoying life. His motto? Carpe Diem Visit Gerry's website at StraightTalking.net.

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Excerpts from Volume I

Introduction: The Pre-Game Speech
Chapter One: Understanding The Game
Chapter Two: Pre-Season Training
Chapter Three: Player Conduct
Chapter Four: Pre-Game Warm-up
Chapter Five: Game Time
Chapter Six: The Heat Of Battle
Chapter Seven: It's A Contact Sport
Chapter Eight: The 7th Inning Stretch
Chapter Nine: The Switch Hitters
Chapter Ten: The Battle Of The Sexes

Introduction: Without a doubt, if you follow the advice I lay out for you in this book, you'll have to make some changes in your life. However, I can assure you that if you want to have a special woman in your life, then you've come to the right place. With the guidance of this book, you'll find the woman that's right for you, but that's not where things end, that's just where they begin. You see, finding the right woman is one thing, making a relationship work is another. Love alone, is not enough to make your relationship work.

To top it off, we live in a society that clings to the romantic notions of love, sex and romance as it is depicted on the big screen, glamorized on daytime soap operas, or spelled out by the romance novelists. These spin doctors have twisted and turned reality upside and backwards. Hasn't anyone ever told these guys that simultaneous orgasm is a myth?

Chapter One: The New Play Book - The moment you're introduced to a woman the two minute warning is given, you just didn't know it. But if you fail her visual inspection, you have even less than two minutes! The first two minutes that you meet a woman are the most important in determining if that meeting will lead to a possible love connection... You see, women play by the rules of the NFL. That means, Not For Long if your first impression is weak!

Chapter Two: Get Your Game Together - Every man should know that a character judgment will be made, solely based on the neatness, or sloppiness of his appearance. How you choose to dress says a lot about you and implies even more. Knowing this can give you a real edge if you take advantage of it. Most women believe that men who dress sloppy, probably have sloppy habits in other areas of their life. If this is a woman's perception of you, she's not likely to find you very attractive. Therefore, make sure that you always present yourself the way you want women to perceive you.

Chapter Three: No Dumb Turnovers - Maintaining eye contact will send a woman the message that you're interested in her and what she has to say. It also tells her, that you want to get to know her better. Try to keep your gaze at the level of her eyes, and don't let your eyes wander up and down her body. And NEVER, under any circumstances, talk to a woman's breast, no matter how impressive they are! This is most disrespectful and will rightfully get yo indignant ass disqualified from the game!

Chapter Four: Playing The Field - Every single man has got a choice to make, and you know what the choice is. Commitment, or new pussy! - Chris Rock - Living in the endless cycle of dating is in many ways much easier than committing yourself to loving only one woman. You see fellas, any man can love a woman and make her feel special, one or two days a week. Hell, that's easy. But to sustain that level of romantic energy, passion, and attention everyday, plus give her the emotional support she needs daily, it's too much work for most men. This is one of the main reasons that men have such a tough time committing to one woman. They're not ready to work at a relationship.

Now understand from the onset that long term relationships are hard work. However, the payoff is priceless! When you find the right woman, its all to the good. There's nothing more beautiful in life than loving a woman and having that woman love you back. Sharing, growing and experiencing life together in love, is as good as it gets.

Chapter Five: Let's Play Ball - To meet the woman you've been waiting for all your life, you have to let it be known that you*re now available and more importantly, ready for a serious relationship. Start by letting your close friends know that you*ve been meditating, soul searching, star gazing or whatever, and now you're ready to have a serious relationship...

Chapter Six: Passion For The Game - Passion can be an explosive element in a relationship for better or worse. However, it*s an essential element, and very few couples can sustain a happy relationship without it. Lack of passion has corroded the core of many relationships and has in several cases, converted loving couples into frigid roommates. Some couples may try to deny it, but passion is the real measuring stick that tells the condition of a relationship. Intimacy is the ultimate form of communication and when this form of communication breaks down, the relationship is in serious trouble!

Chapter Seven: Body Check - The power and intensity of touching a woman should never be under estimated. Men in general, don't touch their women often enough. A woman needs to be touched often to feel loved and cared for. Throughout her day she avoids being touched by others, saving this honor and privilege exclusively for you. You can score big points for the home team by giving her four or five hugs a day.

Chapter Eight: Add Finesse To Your Game - Before you begin the massage, create a romantic, relaxing atmosphere. Start with the lighting; lighting affects your psychological frame of mind. Soft lighting can help to induce a romantic and relaxing mood, so light a few candles. When a room is softly lit, the ability to focus beyond the light is restricted, resulting in you and your woman focusing more on each other. Furthermore, soft, or low lighting, causes the pupils of your eyes (hers too) to dilate. This is one of things that happens naturally during sexual arousal and orgasm. Although you're leaving the decision to have sex up to her, a few subliminal messages can never hurt.

Chapter Nine: She Got Game - A 1997 Ball State University Study showed that women under forty are just as likely to have an affair, as men under forty. You'd better recognize! Women are steppin' up to the plate, swinging the Bat like Ken Griffey and connecting with more Balls than Sammy Sosa! If you thought women don't know how to play the game, you'd better pay extra close attention to this section and make sure your woman isn't standing on deck!

Chapter Ten: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised - If history has taught us one lesson, it would have to be that things either evolve, or die. Change doesn't equal death. Only those things that cannot adapt to change, die. But listen up guys, not all changes occur naturally, sometimes it's revolution that brings about change. Now, you may choose not to see it, but there's a sexual civil war going on in America. Many women are standing by like gorillas in the mist, just waiting for the rally cry. You can call it unfair if you like, but there's no neutral zone. You're either for it, or against it.

The battle of the sexes has gained momentum in the last thirty years and has pushed many men to the Rubicon. Behind us lie years steeped in tradition and the mental conditioning which has shaped our moral values. But it's these two issues alone, that are under lying factor for sexual repression in our society. Tradition may have the illusion of permanence, but men must stop buying into that bullshit, get over themselves and help women level the playing field.

Although the male attitude in sexual relations for thousands of years may have been, "I got my-gasm, you get your-gasm." Today, the modern day woman is sending you a wake up call. What she's trying to tell you is that it's time, "Papa Got A Brand New Bag!"

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Excerpts from Volume II

Introduction: School's In Session
Chapter One: Foreplay
Chapter Two: Manual Stimulation
Chapter Three: Oral Sex
Chapter Four: Knockin' Boots
Chapter Five: Do You Really Need A Big Johnson
Chapter Six: The Shake Down
Chapter Seven: Sexual Stamina
Chapter Eight: After Play
Chapter Nine: Physiology 101

The Introduction - If you ever wanted to know how to make a quiet, conservative woman cry out with such intense pleasure that the cops come knockin', you've picked up the right book. If you've never made love to your woman and caused her to weep as she released the sexual tension and emotion from her body, then sit your butt down and pay attention, your lovelife is about to experience a metamorphoses!

Chapter One: Papa's Got A Brand New Bag - When guys get too comfortable in the relationship, their most primal instincts begin to take over and all they want is food, sex and silence. As Chris Rock once put it, "feed me, fuck me and shut the fuck up." He made a joke of it to help us laugh at a very painful issue, but this is the truth for far too many women, and that ain't no joke!

It's obvious why men love sex so much, for years they've had all the fun! However, modern day women are saying, "you've got to come with it, to get it!" Fellas, if you've the courage to pay some attention to what many women are actually feeling, then you'll know they're tired of sex without orgasm, mechanical sex, routine sex, too little sex, and Fed Ex sex (where you come too quick).

Chapter Two: Erotic Massage - The best time to give your woman an erotic massage is just after you have given her a relaxing bath or full body massage. This is important because she needs to be totally relaxed mentally and physically. Once she's relaxed, she'll be able to clearly focus on the sensations her body will be feeling and reach her highest level of ecstasy. You may even want to blindfold your woman to help her focus on the pleasure her body will be feeling.

Chapter Three: Oral Pleasure - When you think of oral pleasure, you should immediately start panting and salivating like one of Pavlov's dogs. While slowly kissing your way down your woman's body the words of Michael Buffer, the world famous boxing MC should be ringing in your mind. "Let's Get Ready To Rummmbbbble..."

A patient, enthusiastic approach to oral pleasure is the best attitude to have. While there are several technical things you can learn about oral pleasure, and I'll get to those in a moment, nothing is more important than patience and enthusiasm. Just like a real boxing match, you can't fake it, you've got to be in it to win it! Therefore, like a good pre-fight game plan, you'll need to prepare yourself mentally to go the distance, before you go down on your woman. Don't be in a hurry to finish, be ready to stay awhile, some woman need a few extra rounds to reach their highest level. As the comedian Robin Williams once said, "take a lunch and stay awhile, or turn it sideways like a taco."

Chapter Four: Positions For Love - Doin' it, doin' it and doin' it well!- LL Cool J. - By utilizing positions for intercourse that allow you to stimulate her clitoris and/or G-spot, you'll be able to make your love making more intense, more pleasurable and more satisfying than ever before. The combination of you massaging her G-spot and thrusting your penis rhythmically in and out, will give her pleasure like she's never experienced before. I've interviewed several women who've experienced orgasmic pleasure via G-spot stimulation during penetration and they had the following comments;

1 "There are no words to describe the feeling. Your whole body just feels out of control"
2 "It takes you to another level of consciousness."
3 "This feeling is other worldly. It's the closest thing I know to having an out of body experience."
4 "After seventeen years of making love I thought I knew all there was to know about myself sexually, but after my man pulled this rabbit out of his hat, I found out that I'm a screamer. It's unbelievable."
5 "When I have one of those deep orgasms, it feels like someone has popped open a bottle of champagne inside of me. Dom Perignon of course. You know, the best!"

There's nothing more I can add to these comments. But I will say this, if your woman isn't making statements like this about your love making, you'd better get off the porch and come on in.

Chapter Five: Does Size Really Matter - Women are not as concerned with the size of your penis as you probably are. Women look at the other qualities a man has to determine how he measures up as a lover. This does not involve her holding a ruler to your dick. A woman is interested in the quality of your love making. The sweetness of your kisses. The sincerity of your words and/or actions. The quantity of time you spend satisfying her needs. If you're a considerate, giving lover, or just a taker. How gentle and patient you are. Lastly, and for many women most importantly, if you understand the importance of finishing second. Besides, sexually satisfying a woman is not as much about your "big dick," as it is about her "big clit!"

Chapter Six: Fear Of The Vibrator - When it comes to the question of plastic, or beef, women normally sound off in a resounding chorus of "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing Baby." However, most men are still terror stricken at the thought, sight, or sound of a vibrator. A fear that's uncalled for and needlessly leaves many men with broken down ego's. The truth is that the vibrator is an alternative to sex not your replacement. The vibrator comes in handy (literally) for sexual assistance, sexual droughts, bad sex, unfulfilling sex, or an alternative to another re-run of The Cosby Show.

When applying the vibrator to her pieces, go slow. Like any new sexual technique, experiment with several possibilities to find what she likes most. However, don't try any of the techniques you've seen in porno videos. The women performing those sometimes unbelievable acts of stretching and swallowing, are professionals. If you read the warning before the video starts it says, "do not try this at home unless you want a divorce." Using a vibrator with your woman is a way to connect with her emotionally by focusing the pleasure on her, not seeing if she has porno star potential.

Chapter Seven: Standing The Test Of Time - I once asked a friend if he suffers from premature ejaculation. He just smiled and laughingly said, "I don't suffer from my premature ejaculation, but my wife probably does." Although he made a joke about it and laughed on the outside, I knew he was crying on the inside. Without a winning game plan, premature ejaculation is no laughing matter for a shit load of guys. You see, most brothers don't even come close to living up to all the bullshit they talk in front of the boys and they're tormented by having to admit this to themselves in private. This is only one of many reasons why Men Cry In The Dark. Just ask the author, Michael Baisden, he'll break it down for you. But don't worry, I'm here to help you dry up those crocodile tears by offering you a few tried, tested and proven solutions.

Viagra does not increase your staying power and Viagra is not a substitute for the methods we just discussed. The cost of a Viagra erection is not cheap, on average one can expect to pay about $9 or $10 a pop. An erection this costly needs to be savored to be worth it's price and if you're not using one the previously discussed methods to prolong your loving making sessions to 90, or even 120 minutes, your not getting your money's worth!

Chapter Eight: Post Orgasm Etiquette - Physically separating too soon after making love may actually spoil her pleasure, mentally and physically. This is like watching a great movie that has you right on the edge of your seat, then the final credits roll. You're left sitting there in disbelief thinking, it can't end like that. The movie may have been great right up until that moment, but now you're pissed. Well, this is exactly what happens to your woman if you split after making love. She'll be thinking, what the fuck? It can't end like that!

Chapter Nine: The Female Anatomy - Every good lover knows the location of all the female sexual organs and understands it's function during sexual excitement. Without this vital knowledge your love making skills will be severely handicapped. This knowledge is also important for women because it will allow them to take their pleasure from you by telling you what they need to get off. By better understanding their own bodies they can properly position themselves to get the most out of your penetration, or any of your other offerings.

The orgasm that's achieved from the stimulation of the G-spot is a deeper, more intense orgasm involving contracts of the pelvic and uterus muscles. Because these muscles are larger and stronger than the vagina and P.C. muscles (which are the muscles that contract during an orgasm triggered by the clitoris), the G-spot orgasmic contractions are longer, stronger, more intense and more pleasurable.

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