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Dances with Werewolves (Memoirs of a Spanking Model) | 
 enlarge | Author: Niki Flynn
Publisher: Virgin Books
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Pages: 240
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Dimensions (in): 7.6 x 4.9 x 0.9
ISBN: 0753512289
Dewey Decimal Number: 306.776092
EAN: 9780753512289
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Publication Date: October 4, 2007
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Superb Autobiography of a Cinematic Spanking Submissive November 14, 2008
Clifford (Weymouth, Dorset, UK)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is the autobiographical memoir of a young American woman, an actor in many memorable, high quality spanking movies. In any autobiography, the author will not, indeed can not give the whole truth, such as it is, and devotees of a practice that attracts both prurient interest and public disapproval may well be the least reliable in this. Particularly when the author admits to some earlier fabrication, as does Flynn in this book. However, the words ring (painfully?) true, and paint a credible picture of the events and emotions that befall a seasoned practitioner of the disciplinary art. Flynn provides much material of interest to the amateur shrink in search of motivations for what many consider an `irregular' practice, but what comes through clearly is that she enjoys spanking for itself, and not as a `starter' for `something else'. The memoir also provides a valuable insight into the way the film industry works in this speciality, particularly in the case of the Czech company Lupus. Differences between Lupus and `others' are enlightening, too. This isn't really an erotic book, but it will be found interesting by those wanting to probe deeper into the practicalities of this particular branch of erotica as presented on film, and also, to a limited extent, on `the scene'.
Raw, honest, funny ... and sexy as hell :) August 6, 2008
Pandora Blake
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
"Dances with Werewolves" starts out as a familiar, gossipy introduction to the spanking industry, full of recognisable figures and mischievous commentary. The narrative soon deepens, however, into an investigation of how Niki came to be aware of her kink and how it affected her growing up. Like many kinky people, Niki's desires manifested young, and like many of us she went through a phase of fearing that they were harmful and unhealthy, and despairing of ever having a "normal" sexuality. Her discussion of fantasy, consent, fear and discipline is sensitive and thought-provoking. Although she and I seem to be into similar things on the surface, the underlying motivations between mine and Niki's kinks are very different, and it was fascinating to read another perspective. At the same time as celebrating the broad range of human sexuality, Niki's story has enough common ground with my own for me to identify strongly her as she gradually explored her desires and her deepest self.
At this point the book deviates from my - and most people's - experience, as Niki decides to apply for a part in a Lupus film, having never done professional spanking work before in her life. This brave leap takes her further up and further in to a compelling world of political, psychological, painful films that allow her to come face to face with the extremes of human experience. Her conscientiousness and self-awareness during her voyage of discovery are to be admired as much as her courage. Niki's a fantastic storyteller with a brilliantly dark sense of humour. Her honest appraisal of her desires and experiences make for compelling reading.
The book is a celebration of kink, a wry look at an industry that is both sublime and ridiculous, and a powerful story about fear, desire, and knowing oneself. If there are any films mentioned in the book that you haven't seen, you will come away wanting to watch them. And quite right too. Niki's influence on the world of spanking films has been positive and lasting. Her imagination, spirit and bravery has left a legacy of films that are, like this book, raw, scary, honest, challenging, intelligent and funn
A strange girl, but a delightful book. June 22, 2008
Richard 'Houndog' Windsor (Queens, NY)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
When I purchased the book I really had no expectations of what I was getting. I'll be really honest with you to start with, I bought the book to primarily support someone in the scene, though I was intrigued by the subject matter herself. If someone (Niki) had taken the time and effort to endure such a project, then I felt it a responsibility to support her efforts. As Ian Head from the London Tanners had said at the recent Florida Moonshine party "Please support the people who support you". What I got instead though was a book that I simply could not put down.
At the Florida Moonshine party Niki had signed my book "For Richard, Mr. Windsor - Sir. Welcome to my darkness. Love, Niki"
My plane ride had been delayed by a few hours for the journey home, I was bored senseless. My laptop was with me and I had a movie to watch for the journey back to New York. While waiting in the terminal I decided to pick up Niki's book and I figured I would read a couple of chapters before the plane was ready to board. That was a mistake to think that, let me tell you!! The first brief chapter covers some of the things that happen behind the scenes at a spanking shoot. Having been on a few of them myself I was able to nod and smile at this inside information. When we get to chapter two we were really at chapter one, as the title of this chapter is called "Strange Little Girl". This is where Niki begins with the biographical look at her life so far.
The self professed `Morbid Fantasies' of a child/teenager. While everyone else played house, Niki tells us of a mind consumed with thoughts of a vast array of punishments. Every spanko has done it, and now you can sit and read about it. You will probably be like myself who has always had a fascination with spanking, you will sit there nodding your head as Niki tells us about the conflicts one suffers mentally growing up with these desires. Of course, Niki's fantasies stretch FAR beyond just a simple spanking, lol. They are all about power and mind control and quite frankly, some of her desires are pretty shocking.
We follow Niki's life of being hidden in the darkness right up to the awakening of Niki Flynn, the first actual mortifying spanking administered by her Sister's boyfriend, followed by her Sister actually spanking Niki herself!! By now I am on the plane and the movie can go stuff itself, this is far more engrossing. While it may be at a different level and with different circumstances, I get a feeling that I am reading my own story here. At the very least, every uncomfortable situation I ever went through growing up as a spanko is being written about compassionately, it provides almost like a comforting blanket of reassurance that you are not alone. For a guy who never reads a book I made pretty quick work of the first three chapters. But now we have arrived at chapter 4, my face grimaces a little bit, we have now shot forward to Niki's first foray into becoming an actress, and it is with the Czech company, Lupus. This simple spanko thinks he may have bitten off more than he could chew as we meet "The Werewolves From The East", what I didn't know at the time though, was that the next 100 pages would be my favorite part of the book.
This is where the real journey begins, and while the book will occasionally deviate towards other projects Niki has done, you are drawn to her work, passion, desire and commitment to putting her soul into her characters. Not only by playing them, but by becoming them. If ever a person has suffered for her art, then Niki Flynn is that person. The four films that Niki has made with Lupus are the main binds that hold this book together. The other projects, the readers letters, the fan mail, the behind the scenes look at spanking shoots are all great to read, and once you have developed a mindset as to who Niki is, then you appreciate so much more what is being written about. In my honest opinion though, the work Niki has done with Lupus and which overall, interspersed, covers about half the book, is what really defines who Niki is and what she is really about. Her passion and commitment is made even more remarkable when you consider that every time Niki goes to Prague to shoot a film, she probably doesn't even cover the cost of her trip with what she receives in payment. It is a real labour of love to submit to not only the torture she suffers, but when you consider that she is probably out of pocket to do so makes it just that much more amazing. If my written review of Niki's book isn't enough for you, then that statement alone should make you want to buy a copy.
"Support the people who support you"
Niki is about more than just spanking, it is about character development. When on a film set Niki has a boyfriend with her who helps her get into character, and sometimes this makes for the most powerful reading. One time she is a hostage about to be released to her own people, this after suffering horrendous amounts of torture and brainwashing, even losing her only friend because of Niki's characters perceived betrayal. On an abandoned railway track her boyfriend stands beside her and hisses at her, telling her that she was to blame for losing her friend and that she will never be forgiven. That her family will be shamed by her as she stands there in the bitter cold, rain soaking her disheveled form in her dirty, torn clothes, her eyes like cold stones. When she is released to her German rescuers, one Fatherly figure motions to his companion to give her his coat, this simple act of kindness is too much for Niki to bear as she has now become her character, she breaks down crying. It isn't the first time and it won't be the last. Just when she thinks there are no more tears left her character narrates what she has already filmed. Niki became Nikolaja, and the strange thing was, once the shoot was over, Niki didn't want to leave Nikolaja's headspace, there was some type of serene comfort there.
When I bought the book I had no expectations whatsoever, what I left with was one of the best autobiographical stories I have ever read. Maybe in part that is because I am a spanko and it is a sort of confirmation about my own feelings and desires, but the actual book itself holds its own merit as an extremely well written piece of literature as well. Niki is a fabulous writer!! Trust me when I say this, if you are in the scene in any way, shape or form, this book is essential reading!! Even at 45 years old and with 29 years of active spanking in my life, this book has helped me come to terms with my own acceptance of who I am and what my feelings are. It was very cathartic to read and it reminded me that while I may be `Different' to the general population, it is okay to be that way and I shouldn't compromise what it is that I want in the lifestyle. You will NOT be disappointed in buying this book, it will capture your imagination and you will more than likely appreciate your own acceptance in the lifestyle a little bit more once you have read it.
Well done Niki, you should be very proud of your efforts and I for one, absolutely LOVED reading about your life and what makes you tick. It is a fantastic read that I couldn't put down no matter where I was, whether it be on a plane, the subway, or even on the bus ride home from work.
I urge you all guys, and I rarely shill for anything, BUY THIS BOOK!! If not for yourself, buy it for a scene friend or a partner, it would make a great gift. It gets my highest recommendation and you can purchase it from these direct links.
Richard Windsor
Breathtakingly Honest February 5, 2008
Aishling Morgan (London)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Niki Flynn's book is a rare thing, an erotic memoire that is neither a hagiography nor a condemnation. Instead it is balanced, providing an honest, open account of her time as one of the world's best known and best loved spanking models. The writing is simple and clear, her intelligence evident throughout, allowing no room for misinterpretation of what she is saying.
To anybody familiar with the secretive, exotic world in which she moves her story will be instantly familiar, both with respect to events, thus proving her veracity, and to her feelings, which provide the most important lessons of the book.
First and foremost, if, like Niki and so many others, you feel that you are alone, without a soul in the world to share your unconventional and socially unnaceptable sexuality, her book will help you realise that you are not.
Secondly, that strong, independent woman can and do come to terms with their own sadomasochistic needs in a way that goes beyond simple acceptance to an ability to glory in that which many would comdemn and others attempt to "cure".
Thirdly, that women can and do making these choices of their own volition, not through necessity, nor by coercion.
Inevitably there will always be doubters and critics, but Dances With Werewolves brings a new honesty to this often misunderstood world and I recommend it to anybody interested in the subject, for if you have not read it, then your knowledge is far from complete.
A well crafted book; definately must read December 30, 2007
Alastair Williams (UK)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
One might expect that this book was written for mere erotic voyeurs and therefore would never reach a wider audience. It deserves a much wider audience. It is a finely honed and crafted book which includes an insight into an area where one would not usually expect such an honest and explanatory text. It mght not be suitable for minors, but it deserves be read by a large adult audience. This book allows the reader into the life and reality of one person who is probably unique and certainly not "run of the mill". You may not get a buzz from the events she writes about, but you should have your eyes opened and mind broadened as you begin to understand and realise that we might all be different, but maybe we should all be tolerent of those who enjoy and believe in their own pleasures without hurt to others.
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