The Quickie

An Unflinching Look at Female Sexuality

In The Quickie, Leonie Van De Vorle challenges conventional notions of sexuality and gender, inviting readers to confront their own biases and preconceptions. Through a series of deeply personal and provocative essays, Van De Vorle explores the complexities of female sexual desire, power, and the male gaze.

The Quickie

by Leonie van de Vorle

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	20 pages
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Van De Vorle writes with a raw and unflinching honesty, sharing her own experiences of sexual assault, objectification, and slut-shaming. She unpacks the ways in which society's expectations of women limit their sexual expression and autonomy. And she confronts the insidiousness of the male gaze, which objectifies women and robs them of their power.

The Quickie is a groundbreaking work that is both personal and political. It is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities of female sexuality and the urgent need for gender equality.

Praise for The Quickie

• "The Quickie is a searing exploration of female sexuality, power, and the male gaze. Leonie Van De Vorle writes with a raw and unflinching honesty that is both deeply personal and profoundly political. This groundbreaking work is a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complexities of female experience." - Roxane Gay, author of Bad Feminist
• "In The Quickie, Leonie Van De Vorle delivers a powerful and provocative indictment of the ways in which society silences and shames women's sexual desires. Through her own personal experiences, Van De Vorle exposes the insidiousness of the male gaze and challenges us to confront our own biases. This book is essential reading for anyone who cares about gender equality and the fight for women's rights." - Soraya Chemaly, author of Rage Becomes Her
• "Leonie Van De Vorle's The Quickie is a brave and necessary book. She writes with a raw honesty about the complexities of female sexuality, power, and the male gaze. This book will challenge your assumptions and make you think deeply about the ways in which we talk about and experience sex." - Jessica Valenti, author of Sex Object

About the Author

Leonie Van De Vorle is a writer, editor, and activist. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian, and The Atlantic. She is the co-founder of The Establishment, a feminist media company. Van De Vorle is a powerful voice for gender equality and her work has been praised by critics and activists alike.