by Zane
First published 2008
This collection brings together bold writers who craft sensual tales across cultural boundaries. The stories feature African American and Asian characters in intimate encounters that transform everyday experiences. In one tale, a geisha discovers new forms of pleasure. Another story reimagines acupuncture as an erotic art. The collection explores the meaning behind "Master" as both title and term of affection. Each writer pushes boundaries while celebrating desire that crosses cultural lines. The characters navigate passion in settings that range from traditional tea ceremonies to modern encounters. Zane selects authors who understand how sensuality speaks a universal language, creating portraits of connection that transcend cultural expectations.
Genres: fiction, african-american, 21st-century, erotica
Vibes: intimate, sensual, thought-provoking
Tropes: cross-cultural-romance, diverse-characters
268 pages · Hardcover · Atria Books
Content warnings: explicit-sexual-content