Sex Positive Reading Group (18+)

The Sex Positive Reading Group is for anyone interested in learning more about sex education, sexual health, how we relate to the people around us, and how society impacts that. We welcome people of all genders, sexualities and ages in a non-pressured, non-academic setting.

Reading materials will be provided and we'll be discussing one chapter per book: we want everyone to feel and be able to participate! If you have accessibility requests or other queries, send us an email at contact@pillowtalk.scot.

The event remains free to attend, but we have added a suggested donation option to help us cover venue costs. Donations are welcome if you’re able to contribute, but everyone is very much welcome regardless.

Note: This event is for participants aged 18 and over. This reading group is a mixed space, i.e. it welcomes both straight and queer people, just so you know what (and whom) to expect when joining us.

Our 2026 readings

All our readings can be found here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MfdYzNCC1GVUBqgFIdkk9QZURi6uvCDw?usp=drive_link

September 2026: Intimacy: A field guide to finding connection and feeling your deep desires

This month we are discussing chapter 5, which you can access here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rtUbZ3L5Auc9WlslwnakOUq8i7XX5ms_/view?usp=sharing

October 2026: Twenty-Eight: Stories from the Section 28 Generation

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November 2026: Who Will Be Remembered Here - Queer Spaces in Scotland

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January 2027: Pleasure: The Reclamation of my Body

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Suggestions for a healthy conversation

- Don’t assume anyone’s race, gender, class, sexuality, or ability.

- Be mindful of how you show up in the space - do you usually talk a lot or don’t talk much? - try to step back if you tend to talk in the group easily, or step forward if you don’t.

- Respect other people’s knowledge, questions, thoughts, and experiences.

- Don’t feel pressured to share your personal experience, but feel welcome to. If you do, be mindful of how it could impact others.

Accessibility

You can find out about the venue's accessibility here: https://www.plutoq.com/venue/