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4.5 Stars

I think this encyclopedia does an excellent job of being factual and accessibly written. Myriam Daguzan Bernier does an excellent job of discussing subjects that are considered 'shameful' without writing in a way that perpetuates this (unnecessary) societal shame. My only quip is that I wished there had been a bit more about race and racism, as society definitely sexualises bodies differently based on skin tone and heritage. Nonetheless, this would definitely been a helpful book for me as a teen

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It was an interesting concept but I feel like it could have been written better. Some parts lagged and did not hold my interest.

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Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me free access to the digital advanced copy of this book.

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Absolutely awesome! A dictionary that covers all possible topics on sexuality. The definitions are inclusive, without taboos, clearly explained and without morals or judgment. I recommend it!

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Great sex education book for handing to parents, or leaving around for teens to discover on their own. The info is solid and well-presented.

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I found Naked: Not Your Average Sex Encyclopedia by Myriam Daguzan Bernier to be one of the most educational and fascinating guides that I have read on sexuality. I appreciate that the author crafted this inclusive and informative resource on sexuality specifically for teens. #Naked #NetGalley

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This is presented as an encyclopedia for teens answering questions about sex and sexuality. It is listed in alphabetical order and would be a place I'd rather have a teenage child of mine look for answers than their peers or google. It is written in a factual way with sources cited within different topics. As an adult I read it and learned information I hadn't previously known. It is certainly full of mature content, but content and terms that teens, young adults, and adults may run into and not know about. I would have a copy of this in my house, but I would want to have open discussions and use it as an educational resource as opposed to just supplying it to my child to read cover to cover. Thank you NetGalley for the chance to read an ARC. This gave me a lot to think about as a parent trying to raise children in our current information filled society.

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This is presented as an encyclopedia for teens answering questions about sex and sexuality. It is listed in alphabetical order and would be a place I'd rather have a teenage child of mine look for answers than their peers or google. It is written in a factual way with sources cited within different topics. As an adult I read it and learned information I hadn't previously known. It is certainly full of mature content, but content and terms that teens, young adults, and adults may run into and not know about. I would have a copy of this in my house, but I would want to have open discussions and use it as an educational resource as opposed to just supplying it to my child to read cover to cover. Thank you NetGalley for the chance to read an ARC. This gave me a lot to think about as a parent trying to raise children in our current information filled society.

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I think this book is very informative and would be good reading for a lot of teenagers. I was impressed at the breadth of topics that it covered, and while I think it didn’t nail it on the head every time, I do think it is a good starting resource for teens.

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For the generation who grew up with 'The Caring and Keeping of You,' this is the body book to pass down. The author has gone to extensive lengths to create an encyclopedia that is as all encompassing as it is sex positive. It does not talk down, nor does it skirt around the issues. Teaching children and teens about every aspect of their body is not a bad or dirty thing, it is a part of life and growing up. Everyone deserves access to resources that help them understand who they are in the best way possible. Naked takes concepts and topics that can often feel awkward when talking to one's child about and breaks them down into easily digestible and information entries. It covers topics beyond physical puberty and discusses gender and sexuality. I wish I'd had a book like this when I was a teenager. I might have figured out my identity sooner.

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received a free copy of the upcoming english translation of this book from netgalley and orca in exchange for an honest review.

While it is I suppose sensitive subject matter for many people, I really found this book to be informative and interesting enough to make you forget you're reading an encyclopedia.

The layout is easy to read and easy to navigate. The images are bold and light hearted. However I agree with other reviews that you might have a hard time in public with this book so it's best to not read it in a crowded public place.

The subjects covered I really found wonderful in that they had everything you would expect to find in an encyclopedia on all things 'sex,' as well as more modern topics and concerns that I had yet to see spoken of in many 'sex ed,' books much less a book aimed at teens. It was just wonderful to see that going forward younger generations will be able to see that things are normal and know what they actually are.

The age range listed I believe was 12-17. I do believe that this book is just right for that age group.

The english version does not come out until later this year but I have already checked into pre ordering a copy for my own pre teen.

I will be moving this review to the english version when it is available.

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Thanks to Netgalley and Orca for the ARC of the upcoming English translation of this book.

From the perspective of an American teen librarian, this book offers answers to a lot of questions that teens have but are too afraid or uncomfortable to ask an adult. It is extremely sex-positive without being judgmental, and offers some great resources for teens to learn more about subjects in depth. My only real gripe comes from it being an international title, as most of those resources are Canadian and won't all be as helpful for my teens.

The illustrations are lighthearted and definitely on-theme. Unfortunately they are juuuuuuuust graphic enough where reading in a public place (a bus, a shopping center, some libraries, etc) might invite unwanted attention.

I would still recommend this for anyone that is looking for sensitive information about anything they might be encountering as they come of age in a modern world. It's a great option to have.

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