
The Pleasure Protocol
A Contemporary Guide to BDSM
Author: Shelby Devlin
Narrator: Shelby Devlin
Unabridged: 9 hr 51 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: Random House Audio
Published: 12/08/2026
Categories: Nonfiction, Family & Relationships, Health & Fitness
Synopsis
Over half of Americans fantasize about exploring the world of BDSM, and now The Pleasure Protocol offers a personalized invitation and roadmap for every reader. Drawing on over two decades of experience as a BDSM educator and intimacy coach, Shelby M. Devlin, M.A., blends practical tools, psychological insight, and real-world techniques to demystify dominance and submission. This groundbreaking guide shows you (and any partners) how to negotiate boundaries, build trust, master hands-on skills, and create unforgettable intimate experiences grounded in consent and care.
You'll find:Step-by-step framework for moving from curiosity to confidence in BDSM playPsychological insights into desire, fantasy, and the art of power exchangePractical skills and safety know-how for bondage, impact play, roleplay, and moreGuidance for building trust and intimacy through negotiation, consent, and aftercareand more...
From power play and scene-building to aftercare and navigating common fantasies, The Pleasure Protocol offers a step-by-step pathway for both beginners and seasoned kinksters to explore deeper connection, greater intimacy, and limitless pleasure.
*Includes a downloadable PDF of visuals, a glossary of common BDSM terms, a more comprehensive list of BDSM terms, and other references from the book