Features

Mind Your Language

'Political Correctness gone mad' is considered the ultimate insult whenever a feminist dares to speak up about language. Sarah Louisa Phythian-Adams isn't scared off though: she argues that we need to question and challenge the words we use now more than ever.

Published: 8 January 2007 | Category: Language | Written by Sarah Louisa Phythian-Adams

A Real Alternative?

As feminists fight to expand the frontiers of sexuality beyond the one-size-fits all, bland world of lad-mag culture, do 'alternative porn' sites have something to offer the feminist cause - or are they the same old objectification with extra tattoos? Jessica Bateman discusses some of the possible pros and cons of 'alt-porn'.

Published: 3 January 2007 | Category: Sex and Relationships | Written by Jessica Bateman

Reviews

Girl With a One Track Mind - Abby Lee

Abby Lee's diary has become a best seller due to the frank, humorous, and explicit descriptions of her sex life in London. Catherine Redfern considers some of the feminist implications of this popular blogger's book.

Published: 6 January 2007 | Category: Books | Written by Catherine Redfern

Observer Woman

It's now one year old and has won awards, but did it deliver what it promised to women? Dawn Kofie comments on the first year of the Observer Woman magazine.

Published: 4 January 2007 | Category: Magazines | Written by Dawn Kofie