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Robert Dante January 11th, 2002 -- A formal chat with single-tail artist Robert Dante and his business manager, Journey. Read Robert's recommendations on the best whipmakers, suggestions on the best ways to get started with a bullwhip, and more!

Debra Hyde
Occasions
Expectations, Realizations Debra recounts a trip to Boston's Fetish Fair Fleamarket... in bondage.
Gathering Thoughts Debra recounts her experiences at "The Gathering of the Tribes."
Hankering for Halloween A mother with a Master contemplates the mixed bag of Halloween.
Pets on Parade Debra reports on the first-ever Erotic Thoroughbreds event.
Recalling O A look at Story of O's author and how she touched so many of us.
Tortured Dreams, Displayed Debra reviews an evening of stage S&M scenes.
Odysseys and Observations
Actualizing the Kink Debra shares her leather awakening. (Originally appearing in Leather Online.)
AFTAH Effects A right-wing organization that condemns gay S/Mers... and what you can do about it.
Don't Box Me In Thoughts and observations on switching. (Originally appearing in section12.com.)
Erotica on the Rocks SM erotica publishers are hurting. Debra surveys the situation and shows how you can help save them.
Identity: The Who, What, Where, When and How of the Self Who are you? Read Debra's self-assessment, then try your own.
If the Shoe Fits Wherein Debra admits she has "A Shoe Thing."
Kink and Consent in the Courtroom Commentary on the Oliver Jovanovic case and consent as a defense.
Market Niche Miracle Why BDSM is going mainstream, and why we should be glad.
Masochism from the Heart How do we come to enjoy that which we do? Debra looks to the past for her answers.
Millenium Wishes The cusp of the century brings hopes for a brighter tomorrow.
Of Reason and Ritual How attitudes towards body modification can change with personal growth.
On My Knees, Taking a Stand Personal experience with women's changing sexual outlooks. (Originally appearing in Leather Online.)
Playing Through When you can't say, "Not tonight, I have a headache."
Selectively Out Walking the fine line of being "just out enough."

James LiGate
BDSM Symbology A few ways to let others know of your interest in BDSM... without tipping your hand to the uninitiated. Includes information on the Leather Pride Flag, the BDSM Emblem, and the Hanky Code.
Halloween The Halloween season is a special time for fetishists and BDSMers. Read about others' experiences and get some recommendations on spooky mainstream movies with a BDSMish bent. Boo!
Let's Just Pave the Lawn There's pain and then there's pain! Masochists don't like stubbing their toes any more than you do. Read James' thoughts on why.
Make Your Own Locking Bondage Cuffs A quick and easy way to make locking leather bondage cuffs. You could easily whip up wrist cuffs, ankle cuffs, and a collar in one day!
Floggers and Flogging
Flogging 101: An Introduction Learn which end of a flogger to hold, what makes some floggers sting and others thud, and more.
Flogging 102: Where to Hit, Where NOT to Hit Which parts of the human body can you safely flog, and what areas should you avoid? James tells all.
Flogging 103: Honing Your Flogging Skills Some basic swings, and how to practice safely until you're ready for a human target.
Flogging 104: Hitting a Human Target Here are some suggestions for when you're ready to work with a partner.
Flogging Final: A Scene Report A report of an actual flogging session, as told by the "floggee."
Mummification
Mummification 101: It's a Wrap: Introductory Mummification An introduction to mummification focusing on the various materials used.
Mummification 102: Mummification Safety Things to keep in mind for the safety of the wrapped partner. Addresses the "toxic plastic" theory and the "skin breathing" fallacy.
Mummification 103: Basic Plastic-Wrap Mummification Techniques Step-by-step instructions. Follow along and create your own living mummy!
Mummification 104: Basic Duct Tape Mummification Techniques Kick the intensity up several notches by using duct tape over your plastic-wrap mummy. Step-by-step instructions.
Mummification Final: The Completed Mummy Now that you have a mummy, here are some suggestions to keep in mind while playing with him or her. Includes information on how to safely "unwrap" your mummy, as well as thoughts on aftercare.

Other Writers
Mummification DO's and DON'Ts by Speerhead Guest writer Speerhead offers a list of things you should and should not do when indulging in mummification scenes. Some information on pallet wrap -- including suggestions on where to get it and how to use it safely -- is also included.