To all the girls unsatisfied by Harlequin romances, euphemisms and billowing skirts, I salute you.

To all the ladies who like their dirty books uncensored and a little rough around the ages, I raise a glass.

To the femmes who roll their eyes at Vampirella covers but go weak in the knees for a well-drawn bit of hardcore, I shake you firmly by the hand.

To the boys who like porn that comes with humour and a decent story, well… you already know what’s up, don’t you?

I bought the graphic novel of The Story of O today and I’m in love. Don’t google it if you’re under 18 (not like that’s going to stop you, but don’t say I didn’t warn you!).