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GIVEAWAY & REVIEW: The Science of Kissing by Sheril Kirschenbaum

February 11, 2011 By Mary

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching (hooray lovers!) and what better way to celebrate than a #SciKiss Twitter Party with THE SCIENCE OF KISSING author Sheril Kirshenbaum (@Sheril_).
@GrandCentralPub is hosting an all-day #SciKiss Twitter party on Monday, 2/14, with all tweets related to THE SCIENCE OF KISSING and I’d love for you to participate!
The day will be filled with all sorts of fun – trivia, giveaways, discussions, and much more.
There will be a very special Valentine’s Day BlogTalkRadio show at 3:30 with Sheril and SEALING THE DEAL author, Diana Kirschner: http://ht.ly/3U85r

 

Description

From a noted science journalist comes a wonderfully witty and fascinating exploration of how and why we kiss.

When did humans begin to kiss? Why is kissing integral to some cultures and alien to others? Do good kissers make the best lovers? And is that expensive lip-plumping gloss worth it? Sheril Kirshenbaum, a biologist and science journalist, tackles these questions and more in THE SCIENCE OF KISSING. It’s everything you always wanted to know about kissing but either haven’t asked, couldn’t find out, or didn’t realize you should understand. The book is informed by the latest studies and theories, but Kirshenbaum’s engaging voice gives the information a light touch. Topics range from the kind of kissing men like to do (as distinct from women) to what animals can teach us about the kiss to whether or not the true art of kissing was lost sometime in the Dark Ages. Drawing upon classical history, evolutionary biology, psychology, popular culture, and more, Kirshenbaum’s winning book will appeal to romantics and armchair scientists alike.

About the Author

Sheril Kirshenbaum is a research scientist at The Center for International Energy and Environmental Policy at the University of Texas at Austin . She blogs on Discover magazine’s website, The Intersection, and contributes to a variety of blogs and science publications. Visit her website at www.sherilkirshenbaum.com.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 272 pages
  • Publisher: Grand Central Publishing (January 5, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0446559903
  • ISBN-13: 978-0446559904

SOURCE:  PUBLISHER

MY THOUGHTS 
LOVED IT


Everything you ever wanted to know about kissing but were afraid to ask.  It has sections on the history, psychology, physiology and meanings behind that act.  This is a fascinating books filled with facts that are formed into a comprehensive and enjoyable book.  My favorite section is on the physiology which also covers germs and how your body has learned to react to a kiss.  Fans of Mary Roach are truly going to enjoy this one. 

WANT TO WIN A COPY OF THIS BOOK?

Contest is open to anyone with a US or Canadian mailing addresses (no PO Boxes)

Contest ends on 2.20.11 Winner will be chosen by Random.org on 1.21.11
Winner will have 48 hours to respond to email or a new winner will be chosen.
This giveaway is sponsored by Hachette Book Group and up to 3 copies of the book will be available.
Only one winner per household address!

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Comments

  1. Vampirique Dezire says

    February 12, 2011 at 12:03 am

    On behalf of Blood, Lust and Erotica, I would like to say that you have been awarded the “Life Is Good” award, please go to http://vampiriquedezire.blogspot.com/2011/02/blood-lust-and-erotica-has-been-awarded.html to read more about it.

    I understand you are an award free blog and I understand you will not accept it, at least no it was given with admiration.
    Thank you.
    *bites n kisses*
    Vampirique Dezire

  2. Bethie says

    February 12, 2011 at 3:31 am

    Thanks for the giveaway.

    lizzi0915 at aol dot com

  3. tearyeyedstars says

    February 12, 2011 at 10:48 am

    thanks for the giveaway! I went to the website to read Sheril’s bio and I found it interesting that Sheril is also a musician.
    ejhtan at gmail dot com

  4. Maureen says

    February 12, 2011 at 11:34 am

    I saw on her website that she was on the Today Show.

  5. holdenj says

    February 12, 2011 at 3:12 pm

    Everything we wanted to know! Could be interesting, especially some of the historical facts.
    Thanks!
    JHolden955(at)gmail(dot)com

  6. llevinso says

    February 12, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    Sounds like a really interesting book!
    llevinso.bookreader[at]gmail[dot]com

  7. Rosita says

    February 13, 2011 at 12:23 am

    According to her website, she served as a legislative Knauss science fellow advising Senator Bill Nelson on energy, climate, and ocean policy. Very impressive.

    rosita dot p dot mariani at gmail dot com

  8. Bethie says

    February 13, 2011 at 1:40 am

    Daily Entry 2/12

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  9. nicolesender says

    February 13, 2011 at 7:28 am

    Daily entry
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  10. holdenj says

    February 13, 2011 at 5:04 pm

    Daily entry 2/13. Thanks!
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  11. Bethie says

    February 14, 2011 at 2:57 am

    Daily Entry 2/13

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  12. nicolesender says

    February 14, 2011 at 6:10 am

    Daily entry
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  13. Bethie says

    February 14, 2011 at 11:00 pm

    Daily Entry 2/14

    Happy Valentines Day.

    Lizzi0915 at aol dot com

  14. holdenj says

    February 15, 2011 at 1:39 am

    Happy Valentine’s Day!
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  15. nicolesender says

    February 15, 2011 at 6:04 am

    Daily entry
    2/14
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  16. Rosita says

    February 15, 2011 at 10:01 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway, sounds like a terrific book.

  17. holdenj says

    February 15, 2011 at 11:14 pm

    Daily entry 2/15. Thanks!
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  18. Bethie says

    February 16, 2011 at 1:30 am

    Daily Entry 2/15

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  19. nicolesender says

    February 16, 2011 at 5:39 am

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  20. Bethie says

    February 16, 2011 at 3:09 pm

    Daily Entry 2/16

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  21. holdenj says

    February 17, 2011 at 12:19 am

    Daily entry 2/16. Thanks!
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  22. nicolesender says

    February 17, 2011 at 2:48 am

    daily entry
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  23. holdenj says

    February 18, 2011 at 1:34 am

    Daily entry 2/17. Thanks!
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  24. nicolesender says

    February 18, 2011 at 6:13 am

    daily entry
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  25. holdenj says

    February 18, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    Daily entry 2/18. Thanks!
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  26. Bethie says

    February 18, 2011 at 11:10 pm

    Daily Entry 2/17

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  27. nicolesender says

    February 19, 2011 at 6:26 am

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  28. nicolesender says

    February 19, 2011 at 9:20 am

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  29. holdenj says

    February 19, 2011 at 12:44 pm

    Daily entry 2/19. Thanks!
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  30. Rosita says

    February 19, 2011 at 6:21 pm

    In for today.
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    Daily entry
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  31. holdenj says

    February 20, 2011 at 12:47 pm

    Daily entry 2/20. Thanks!
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  32. Patty says

    February 21, 2011 at 1:36 am

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  33. Anonymous says

    February 21, 2011 at 1:37 am

    Today’s entry
    Feb. 20
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  34. Rosita says

    February 21, 2011 at 1:39 am

    I’ve got my fingers crossed for this one!
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  35. Patty says

    February 21, 2011 at 2:17 am

    The author has an interesting academic background: two masters of science degrees and she worked as a research associate at Duke.

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  36. nicolesender says

    February 21, 2011 at 5:55 am

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