The Mammoth Book of Best New Erotica: Volume 2

About this book

Open the second volume of one of the best-known erotic fiction anthologies and discover a bold, varied selection of the finest new short stories of desire. Edited by acclaimed crime and erotica editor Maxim Jakubowski, The Mammoth Book of Best New Erotica: Volume 2 gathers more than fifty stories from established names and fresh voices, many first published in 2001. The contributors include Poppy Z. Brite, Hubert Selby Jr., Graham Joyce, Matt Thorne, Alison Tyler, Mitzi Szereto, Simon Sheppard, Lucy Taylor, Vicki Hendricks and Jakubowski himself. The stories range from playful, witty and tender to dark, daring and provocative, with settings that stretch from Soho and Venice to New Orleans and beyond. Whether you like erotica that is romantic, humorous, edgy or touched by the macabre, this anthology offers something for every taste. The stories are short enough to read in a single sitting, which makes the book ideal for dipping into at any time. Straight, gay and bisexual perspectives all appear, giving a wide picture of contemporary erotic writing. At over 200,000 words, this is a generous collection for any reader of adult fiction. Start reading online instantly in your browser, with no waiting and no download required.

Author

Maxim Jakubowski

Length

~737 pages

Reading time

14 h 41 min

Chapters

52

Released

October 24, 2026

Languages

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Formats

eBook · Print edition

Print format

Paperback, 13 × 20 cm, 500 pages

ISBN

9781841195375

Age rating

Mature 17+