The Ethical Slut, Third Edition

The Ethical Slut, Third Edition is a classic, widely respected guide to polyamory, open relationships, and other forms of consensual non-monogamy. Written by Janet W. Hardy and Dossie Easton, this revised paperback offers practical, thoughtful guidance for building relationships rooted in honesty, communication, consent, and emotional integrity.

Known by many readers as a foundational book on polyamory and open love, this edition updates the conversation for modern relationships, evolving language, and a wider range of relationship structures. It explores communication, jealousy, safer sex practices, conflict resolution, boundaries, and asking for what you want with clarity and care.

With 320 pages of insight, interviews, tools, and updated sidebars, The Ethical Slut is a helpful read for curious beginners, experienced non-monogamous partners, and anyone interested in more intentional relationship dynamics. Whether used for personal reflection, partner discussion, or relationship education, it remains a bold and compassionate resource for freedom in sex and love.

Features

• Third edition of the classic guide to polyamory and consensual non-monogamy
• Written by Janet W. Hardy and Dossie Easton
• Revised and updated for modern relationship language and attitudes
• Covers open relationships, polyamory, communication, intimacy, jealousy, and safer sex practices
• Includes tools for conflict resolution and improving interpersonal dynamics
• Features interviews with poly millennials and tributes to polyamory pioneers
• Includes updated sidebars on asexuality, sex workers, LGBTQ terminology, and community connection
• Uses nonbinary gender language and updated relationship terminology
• Helpful for beginners, experienced partners, and readers exploring relationship freedom
• Paperback format with 320 pages

How to Use

• Read as a practical guide for learning about polyamory, open relationships, and consensual non-monogamy.
• Use with partners to start conversations about boundaries, expectations, communication, and safer sex.
• Keep nearby as a reference for navigating jealousy, conflict, and relationship agreements.
• Gift to someone curious about modern relationship structures, ethical intimacy, or intentional communication.

Specifications

• Brand: Penguin
• Category: Books
• Title: The Ethical Slut, Third Edition
• Subtitle: A Practical Guide to Polyamory, Open Relationships and Other Freedoms in Sex and Love
• Edition: Third Edition, Revised
• Authors: Janet W. Hardy, Dossie Easton
• Format: Paperback
• Page Count: 320 Pages
• Material: Paper