Becoming Cliterate is the definitive guide to understanding and embracing clitoral pleasure as the center of female sexual satisfaction. Drawing on extensive research and cultural analysis, this groundbreaking book dismantles the orgasm gap and provides a step-by-step roadmap for women and their partners to achieve mutual fulfillment.

In Becoming Cliterate: Why Orgasm Equality Matters and How to Get It, Dr. Laurie Mintz confronts the cultural myths that have kept female pleasure in the dark. This book teaches that the clitoris is the key to women’s orgasms and that the narrow focus on penis-in-vagina penetration leaves the majority of women without climax. Through accessible science, personal anecdotes, and practical exercises, Becoming Cliterate empowers readers to close the pleasure gap once and for all.

• Research from psychology, biology, and sociology exposing the orgasm gap
• Step-by-step exercises for self-exploration and partner communication
• Strategies to replace performance-focused sex with pleasure-based intimacy
• Real voices from women and men who have transformed their sexual experiences
• A roadmap for schools, sex educators, and media to change the narrative

Dr. Laurie Mintz is a tenured professor of psychology at the University of Florida, a licensed therapist, and a nationally known expert on human sexuality. Her work has been featured in major outlets such as The New York Times, Cosmopolitan, and Psychology Today. With Becoming Cliterate, she delivers a passionate, evidence-based call to arms for orgasm equality.

“A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the female pleasure.” — Library Journal

“This book will change the way you think about sex.” — Dr. Jess O’Reilly

Author	Dr. Laurie Mintz
Publisher	HarperCollins (HarperOne)
ISBN	978-0062484383
Format	Paperback
Pages	288
Dimensions	5.31 x 0.72 x 8 inches
Weight	8.8 oz

We put Becoming Cliterate to the test, and our team was struck by how immediately actionable the advice is. The exercises are practical, non-intimidating, and genuinely helped us reframe conversations about pleasure. This is not just a book — it’s a manual for a more connected, satisfying sex life. We highly recommend it for anyone ready to unlearn false narratives and embrace real intimacy.

Q: What is Becoming Cliterate about?

Becoming Cliterate is a research-backed guide that explains the science of the clitoris and the cultural reasons behind the orgasm gap, offering practical techniques for women and their partners to achieve orgasm equality.

Q: Who is this book for?

It is written for women of all ages, men who want to be better lovers, sex educators, therapists, and anyone curious about building a more pleasure-focused approach to sexuality.

Q: Does this book include exercises?

Yes. Becoming Cliterate provides clear, step-by-step exercises for self-touch, partner communication, and shifting the focus from penetration to clitoral stimulation.

Q: Is Becoming Cliterate only for women?

No. While the book centers on women’s pleasure, it is equally valuable for partners of any gender who want to understand and support female sexual satisfaction.

Q: How is Becoming Cliterate different from other sex guides?

Unlike many guides that offer tips without addressing root causes, Becoming Cliterate tackles the cultural and educational roots of the orgasm gap while providing evidence-based, actionable steps for change.

Weight	0.5 kg
Dimensions	20.32 × 15.24 × 10.16 cm