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Sexuality is one of the most enigmatic facets of the human psyche. Writers and artists have spent untold ink in an effort to unravel the mysteries of our libidinous tendencies. Juxtapoz Erotica features titillating explorations of the subject matter by two dozen of the most exciting artists working today.

Some featured works are meticulously illustrated, some abstract in style, some realistic, some forays into fantastic worlds that fuel the imagination.

Contributing artists from an eclectic mix of backgrounds and cultures tackle the theme including David Choe, Fernanda Cohen, John Solis, Justine Lai, Rockin’ Jellybean, and Hu Ming to name a few. Each work expresses its own particular mood and feel, but all share the common thread of a sex-positive approach.

Juxtapoz Erotica will appeal to anyone interested in or fascinated by the genre and to artists and illustrators seeking inspiration.

You should have read much about the earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan on March 11, 2011. It's heartbreaking to watch homes getting washed away, a person doing a three-point turn with the tsunami coming in by the roadside or to hear a lady in her trembling voice shouting for others to run.

You can help the people affected by donating $10 to Red Cross to support their efforts. I just donated $200.

Japan will recover from this, no doubt. I hope the people there are fine.

Other ways to help from nytimes.com & timeout.jp