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I have a friend who has often recommended the solid advice and simple direct treatment of Linda Dillow’s Intimate Issues. So, when I was offered a copy of the new reissue, I jumped at it.

Sex is one of those issues that is tough in a marriage. It seems that one partner often has a stronger drive than the other, or even if both are willing the demands of parenting make it last on the list. In addition, many people carry baggage in this area. And it’s something that’s often hard to discuss — with your spouse or with a friend. So, enter Linda Dillow who is willing to answer the “Twenty-One Questions Christian Women Ask About Sex.”

This book is quite thorough. The following issues are some of the ones addressed:

  • How do I shift into sexual gear?
  • What if I don’t want to do it?
  • Where can I go to buy a new body?
  • How can I get over the guilt of past sexual sin?
  • Help! I’m attracted to another man.
  • What can I do when HE has a headache?
  • How can sex go from boring to sizzling?
  • What’s not okay in bed?

Dillow backs her advice with Biblical teaching, not just her opinion. She is clear to point out when the Bible definitely prohibits certain behavior and when it’s not mentioned specifically she uses other passages in the Bible to shed light on the subject.

In the appendix she offers a twelve-week Bible study to becoming a godly and sensuous wife if you want to go one step further in your effort to be a better wife. Can you think of a Valentine’s Day present that your husband would want more?

If you’d like to win a copy of Intimate Issues, leave a comment. The winner will be announced in next Monday’s column and is subject to our terms and conditions and void where prohibited.

The winners of The Chickin Feed Primer are
#90 Carrie Baird
#35 Sharon S.
#12 Colleen M.
#43 Martha C.

You should have received an email from me, but if not send your name and address to 5minutesforbooksATgmailDOTcom.


This post was written by contributing editor Jennifer Donovan, who also blogs at Snapshot and is managing editor of 5 Minutes for Books.

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  8. I would really love to read this book!
    I love how it’s Christian based & not just porn like other self help sex books seem to be.

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  10. Will I enjoy sex? How do I know my capabilities? Should I do outside research? (I mean, it is tough avoiding porn sites in this situation). I’m still in college and am getting married soon. I REALLY WANT THIS BOOK!!!

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  18. Sounds like an interesting and informative read. If I win I will pass it on to Women’s Centre after reading. Thanks!

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  26. Thank you for this great giveaway! I would love to read this book, it seems to address a lot of good points and I feel like it would be great to check out!
    Thanks again 🙂

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  53. I would love this book. I usually request my books from the library instead of entering your book contests, but they don’t carry it–though it sounds like they should!!

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  78. i listened to a radio program about this book last week and have been wanting to get it. i would LOVE to win! thanks for the contest!

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  102. Who knew there was a book like this on the market? What a present! Thanks for the Chicken Feed book. I am looking forward to it!

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  113. I just finished reading Linda Dillow’s Creative Counterpart and wanted to read this book as well. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  114. It is hard to talk to a spouse about why he’s not in the mood. I think I could use this book right now.

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  119. I heard them on the radio last week; if the book contains the information they talked about on the show it would be a great book for any couple (they had suggestions for helping husbands understand their wives in the intimacy department too). Good giveaway.

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  142. I greatly appreciate your time here in blogville & especially the recommendations & opportunities to win books. This book is definitely needed in many homes… mine too – looking forward to see if I win & celebrating with whom ever does (even if I don’t-of course!).
    Blessings & Prayers, HL

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  154. Thanks for the chance to enter. Looks like an interesting read. Not one I would but for myself, but proabably really need!

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  158. This sounds like it’s the same book my friend got when she got married. I’ve been trying to figure out the title for ages! I would love to win it!

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  159. This sounds like a great book. I would love to win a copy. Thanks for taking time to shed light on this important topic in marriage.

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  162. The only sex book I’ve ever read discussed just about every possible thing that can go wrong and every horrible thing you can get from having sex. (It came recommended.) Hopefully this one will be better than that. Not that it should be too hard to do.

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  164. I’m not sure if this competition is open to those outside the US, but if it is (I’m in Australia) I’d love to enter 🙂

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  166. I could use all the help I can get in the intimacy department. Please enter me fora copy of the book.

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