Sexpert Tracey Cox's bedroom basics

Everyone knows women find it harder to orgasm than men do. Here's a rundown of the reasons why, and how to increase your chances of enjoying hassle-free sex like he does

As a woman whose job involves writing about, analysing and researching sex, some men find me intimidating. More specifically it's their penises that seem to find me intimidating

You're intelligent, fun, good-looking, easy to get along with and comfortable around men. So how come it seems like the rest of the world has a boyfriend and is enjoying lots of regular sex, while you've been tucking yourself in night after night for months, even years?

Legend has it that men make the first move. The truth is that women have always made the first move and orchestrated the pace, flow and direction of romantic relationships

Tracey Cox reveals five simple tricks that you can use to make just about anyone fall in love with you. You won't believe how easy it is to win over the object of your affection

Millions of us secretly use fantasies during masturbation, and some of us use them to achieve orgasm during sex. So why not own up to your favourites and act them out with your partner for what could be the lustiest sex you've had in years?

You've mastered the sexual basics, and you're ready to up the naughty ante and experiment. But before you introduce the thrill of fantasy to your bedroom, there are three key things you need to know

Only after you've practiced on yourself - on your own - will you truly be able to rock your man's world

During the long days I spent writing, I would take 'solo sex breaks' as breathers. Masturbating was a guilt-free treat that perked me up, so why not?