Best BDSM books 2023

Are you looking for something to get you in the mood?

Would you like to inform yourself about dominance and submission and need a good book to do so?

Or do you want to get some inspiration for your next session with your play partner?

Whatever the reason, here you can find the best BDSM books in 2023!

Fictional BDSM Books

We all love a good story and it doesn’t always need to be super realistic either.

Here are some of the best fictional BDSM books that await with steamy stories and the potential to get you in a really good mood!

Fifty Shades of Grey

The most popular BDSM book is without a doubt Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James.

Surprisingly, it is also the one that’s most infamous among actual BDSM practitioners and if you have read our guide to BDSM, you will understand why.

It follows the story of a young innocent woman who meets an eccentric (some might use stronger words here) billionaire who proposes a very special BDSM contract to her.

Although not nearly as well-written as most other books on this list, it is still a classic that has turned the attention of millions of people to dominance and submission.

Get it on Amazon!

Story of O

This is a real classic of BDSM and erotic literature and it is still loved by many people.

The story follows a beautiful young French woman, known only as “O” who is initiated by her lover into a secret society where she must serve the sexual fantasies of all its members.

Steamy, shocking, and groundbreaking at the time, this is an absolute must-read for BDSM lovers. Even if you don’t agree or like what you read, you must acknowledge the fact that there are actually quite a few such circles in the BDSM community that follow what has been written here.

Oh, and don’t forget it was written by a woman!

Get it on Amazon!

Everyone Needs Discipline – Eight Explicit and Erotic BDSM Stories of Dominance and Submission (Collection #6)

Alexandra Noir has released a number of such BDSM story collections and this is one of the better ones.

From hot to super hot, these are sure to get you in the right mood for a sexy time. Just long enough to be fun to read but short enough to be read in one sitting, they are great to explore your naughty side.

Get it on Amazon!

The House of Pain (A BDSM Romance Novel)

A surprisingly well-written BDSM novel by Tara Crescent depicts the story of a boss and his subordinate who finds herself in a new world of pleasure and pain.

As the name suggests, SM (sadomasochism) is at the heart of this hot romance, without sacrificing character development in the process.

BDSM practitioners and enthusiasts will enjoy the realistic BDSM scenes and who knows…maybe even get some inspiration from the house of pain?

Get it on Amazon!

Dominance & Submission Books

Dominance and submission fascinate many people and are experiencing increased popularity.

Check out these dominance and submission books that you can use to get started or learn something new.

Dom’s Guide To BDSM Vol. 1

This guide for dominants by Matthew Larocco is bestseller on Amazon and one of the classic reads every Dom has come across.

It gives an overview of what BDSM entails, some guidance for future dominants, and clears up common misconceptions about dominance and submission.

Some might feel it is too basic and the way it is written will not suit everyone.

Still, it is definitely one to check out!

Get it on Amazon!

Submissive’s Guide To BDSM Vol. 1

This guide for submissives by Matthew Larocco is a bestseller on Amazon and the counterpart to the dominant guide by the same author.

It gives a good overview of what it means to be a submissive in a BDSM setting and clears up common misconceptions.

Many find it a bit too one-sided but that’s to be expected from a book written by a dominant.

Check it out and see for yourself!

Get it on Amazon!

Erotic Surrender: The Sensual Joys of Female Submission

Here is a true classic by Claudia Varrin that is a joy to read and gives you a lot of “mmh…I’ll think about that” moments.

It is less of a fact-based book and more a personal take on being a submissive but really interesting to read.

It’s a bit dated now but still worth the time!

Get it on Amazon!

The Heart of Dominance: a guide to practicing consensual dominance

This book by Anton Fulmen is a great resource for dominance and submission and very well written.

Clean, easy to read, and covering the most important practices and concepts in BDSM, we especially like the big focus on consent throughout the book!

It is an excellent read for both dominants and submissives so grab a copy!

Get it on Amazon!

The Ritual of Dominance & Submission: A Guide to High Protocol Dominance & Submission

Less popular than some other works on this list, but not any less valuable, this guide to Ds by David English is an excellent read and resource.

Especially if you enjoy the more ritualistic protocol-based playing styles in Ds, this is the book to get. No matter if you are just starting out with power exchange dynamics or are already experienced, you will gain some good knowledge from this book.

Get it on Amazon!

Free BDSM novels & stories

Great things in life are sometimes free.

Here are some free BDSM novels and stories you should check out!

Literotica.com

Literotica.com has been around since 1998 and you find ten thousands of self-published user-submitted stories, novels, and even full books here.

The quality ranges from abysmal to amazing so browse the stories and give it more than a few tries to find some that are worth your time.

The Hall of Fame stories are usually great quality so start here.