On January 15, 2025, sex educator, bestselling author, and trusted Little Leaf expert Gigi Engle celebrated the official launch of her highly anticipated new book, “Kink Curious: A Guide to Exploring Your Kinks, Dispelling Shame, and Staying Safe.”
Little Leaf team members Bryony Cole and Lisa Ventham accompanied Gigi to the event, held at The Common Press in London and attended by industry staples like Dr. Tara of Luvbites, fellow Little Leaf client Ally Iseman, and many more. Curious readers, sex-positivity advocates, and kink enthusiasts in the sexual wellness community all joined forces for this evening of thought-provoking conversations and questions. Gigi also recently collaborated with JOYclub, where she hosted a free BDSM and Fetish workshop event on January 20th, 2026.
A guide for a more kink-curious era
This new book from Gigi Engle isn’t just about kink. It’s a beginner-friendly guide for anyone who’s ever wondered “what if?” but didn’t know where to start. Written in an accessible and warm tone, this guide introduces readers and pleasure-seekers to concepts like communication, consent, kink, and safety while shattering stigma or shame that come alongside these topics.
Gigi’s book is packed with tools like worksheet exercises, Agony Aunt letters, and journal prompts that make kink feel more empowering and approachable, whether it’s for people exploring this realm for the first time or more experienced kinksters looking to expand their existing knowledge. “Kink Curious” has already received praise for its educational and trauma-informed yet joyful approach.
“Kink Curious” launch night: a community evening of intimate conversation
The January 15 launch featured an enlightening conversation between Gigi Engle and author Rachel Thompson, where they explored themes from the book and answered audience questions. Photos and posts from attendees showed a lively, engaged crowd that perfectly reflected how the book is bringing kink out of the shadows and into the mainstream, making pleasure-seekers more confident and informed.
Gigi Engle and b-Vibe co-launch a kinky collaboration
Leading global anal toy brand b-Vibe has collaborated with Gigi on a limited edition kink starter kit to coincide with her latest book launch, Kink Curious. The limited edition b-Vibe x Gigi Engle box is now available for $80 instead of $160 and is ideal for those interested in trying out BDSM. The curated kit includes kinky essentials like lube, a paddle, a blindfold, and a beginner-friendly butt plug to help people explore safely.
Kits are an affordable and curated way for singles and couples to sexually explore and experience new sensations, taking out the guesswork by bundling complementary items.
The kit is the ultimate companion to go along with the book and make kink more accessible, helping people broaden their boundaries; it even comes with a mini guide from Gigi on how to use the included products and play safely and consensually while maximizing pleasure.
Be sure to get your hands on a discounted kit while supplies last!
Why “Kink Curious” matters in 2026
“Kink Curious” is set to be a standout sexual wellness title in 2026, combining wit and insight to act as an essential resource that meets people exactly where they are in their sexual wellness journey. While sex ed is becoming more mainstream online, there’s also widespread misinformation regarding the world of kink.
Gigi unpacks these myths that leave people feeling fearful. But by grounding kink in accessible concepts like boundaries, communication, aftercare, and emotional literacy, this book reframes it as an intentional form of intimacy rather than a reckless or taboo act that many misunderstand it to be.
At Little Leaf, one of our constant values is helping people replace shame and stereotypes with curiosity and confidence. And at a time when misinformation is running rampant, a safe haven for accurate, sex-positive education is more vital than ever.
