Poly Books of Interest

Loving More: The Polyfidelity Primer, by Ryam Nearing.  The premier how to book in the field of Polyamory.  Not only theory and stories but the nuts and bolts of the polyamory lifestyle.  Written by the undeniable leader of the Polyamory movement and Co-Editor of Loving More Magazine.  She is the leading authority in the Polyfidelitous lovestyle.

Polyamory The New Love without Limits, by Dr. Deborah Anapol.  The latest 1997 revised edition of one of the classics in polyamory literature.  Updated and includes new writing. Dr. Anapol is one of the pioneers and leading authorities in the polyamory lovestyle. 

Lesbian Polyfidelity, by Celeste West. This book contains information that can be universally applied to any sexual orientation polyamorous relationship.  Polyamory belongs to all genders and preferences.  Enter the world of polyfidelity allurement, engagement and creativity.  A fascinating book for all polyamorists to read.

Breaking The Barriers to Desire, edited by Kevin Lano & Claire Parry.  This British import is a concise blend of personal accounts, advice, theory and history with continental flavor.  Glossary, bibliography and resources.

Radical Honesty, by Dr. Brad Blanton. No bullshit advice on how to have lives that work, relationships that are alive and passionate and how to create intimacy where none exists.

A Legal Guide for Lesbian and Gay Couples, by Attorneys Curry, Clifford and Leonard.  This book contains information that can be applied to polyamorous relationships, such as how to obtain domestic partner benefits, plan for medical emergencies, buy property together, provide for each other at death, having and raising children, etc.

The Loving Together Kit, by Attorneys Toni Ihara & Ralph Warner. This book contains information that can be applied to polyamorous relationships. Unmarried and loving together?  This book helps protect you legally on matters of property, parenthood, inheritance and other concerns. Tearout agreements and sample forms.

Open Marriage, by Nena and George O'Neill. An earlier book from the 1970's.  Check in your local used book store.

Stranger in a Strange Land, by Robert Heinlein. A classic science fiction novel which has inspired many polyamorists. Preferably the version copyright 1961. Check in your local used book store.

Group Marriage, by Joan M. Constantine and Larry L. Constantine, 1973. The book that launched the modern polyamory movement. Out of Print - Collector item, great reference if you can find a copy, check in your local graduate school library. Information is just as timely today as it was in the 70's.

Partners: A Workbook for Building A Lasting Intimate Relationship, by Tina Tessina, contains "The Negotiation Tree", a step-by-step diagram for instantly turning any argument into a negotiation. You can use it to stop fighting and begin solving problems!

Spiritual Polyamory, by Mystic Life, is a powerful, groundbreaking work, certain to intrigue, challenge and stimulate members of both the "poly-curious" and polyamorous communities.

Polyamory: roadmaps for the clueless and hopeful, by Anthony Ravenscroft, background and history through how to actually be polyamorous.