Synopsis
Sandra is living proof that you can do anything you want, at any age, and that you can follow your passion no matter what it is. Sandra's journey through life will challenge all your assumptions about middle-aged or 'older' women. Her sexual evolution will make you want to embark on your OWN sexual evolution. This is definitely a must-read, inspiring, entertaining and honest look at womanhood, aging and sexuality." -- Shelley Emling, Senior Editor, Huff/Post50
Switch is a book unlike any other, it has something for everyone. Will it push you out of your comfort zone? Most certainly. Are parts of it shocking and risqué? Of course! But will it also take you on an eloquent and meaningful journey of self-discovery, honesty, and love? Absolutely.
In her memoir, Dr. Sandra LaMorgese (and her dominatrix alter-ego) take readers on a wild ride through a story that begins with struggle and defeat, but ultimately transforms into a tale of fulfillment, success, and happiness--all because of a year spent working in one of the most famous BDSM dungeons in New York City at 55 years old after losing everything
Her on-the-job stories will make your jaw drop, and her stream-of-consciousness descriptions of her first days down in the dungeon will have you laughing out loud. Most importantly, though, in Switch, you will meet a person who faced challenges just like yours--dreams that looked unattainable, a love life that felt unfulfilling, and a future that seemed full of uncertainty. You will listen in on every epiphany during the difficult times of transition, and you will witness the beautiful metamorphosis that brought her to a place of true success, love, and peace.
Through Sandra's vulnerability, bravery, and unfailing sense of humor, you just might find the same courage that she did--the courage to live authentically and to finally create the life of your dreams.
About the Authors
Sandra LaMorgese Ph.D. is an expert in bridging the gap between sexuality and a lifestyle that focuses on holistic health of the mind, body and spirit. Her professional specialties are life transformation, interpersonal communication, beauty, health, wellness, and sexual intimacy. She is a international featured Huffington Post blogger, podcast host, award winning motivational speaker, a sexpert, metaphysician, holistic practitioner, and ordained Reverend She is also the author of Switch: Time for a Change, a memoir about how her later profession as a dominatrix ultimately allowed her to change her previously blind adherence to "the rules," and to enter into a whole different kind of contract with a truer version of herself. Sandra was able to change her thoughts, feelings, and beliefs in order to embrace a passionate and fulfilled life. Dr. Sandra LaMorgese has been featured as an expert on The Howard Stern Show, Dr.Oz, New 12 To Your Health, Artrepreneur, Business News Daily, Medical Daily, FORTUNE Magazine, Time Out New York Magazine, Playboy Radio, Forbes Magazine, Alternet, New Jersey Life Magazine, POSE Magazine, and The LYFE Magazine, Thrillist NYC, among other media highlights, in addition to writing and publishing articles on the topics of life transformation, health, beauty, vitality, intimacy, and sexuality. Dr. LaMorgese holds degrees in communications, holistic nutrition, and metaphysical science, and she also leads local and national seminars in life change, female sexual empowerment, anti-aging, wellness and sexuality, and communication. Sandra is also a professionally trained actor who studied method, film, and television at the prestigious Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute, commercial acting at the School for Film & Television, and media presentation training at On Camera . . . and Off, Inc. with Larry Conroy, all in New York City.
Kelly Holland is the Owner and CEO of Penthouse Global Media Inc. and Publisher of Penthouse Magazine. A former mainstream documentarian, she directed her first adult film in 1994 under an exclusive contract with Vivid Entertainment. She went on to direct films for other companies, including the award-winning 22-volume series Naked Hollywood for Adam & Eve Pictures. She became head of production for Playgirl TV in 2005, and appeared in several mainstream media outlets as the company's spokesperson. Holland is the founder of Chick Media, a multimedia corporation that produces erotic programming for women. In 2009 Holland became the executive producer of Penthouse Films. She has since become the president of the studio. Holland is responsible for a complete overhaul of the Penthouse brand and its properties. In addition to overseeing all video production, she is also responsible for the company's ten satellite channels in 100 countries, product licensing, international publications, and the Penthouse Clubs
I live in Salt Lake City, Utah, and I am a professional writer. I currently work as an instructional script writer for a company called Allen Communication Learning Services, but I always have several freelance projects in the works as well. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in English Literary Studies from Westminster College in Salt Lake City, and I have been employed as a writer and editor for the last six years. During college, I worked as a writing consultant and Assistant Director in the on-campus Writing Center, and after graduating, I spent a year as the writing assistant to the President of Westminster College. In my freelance work, I have edited four books, ghostwritten dozens of articles published online, and edited hundreds of projects-from articles published in academic journals to personal website content. In my free time, I have a wide variety of interests. I love running, hiking in the mountains, rock climbing, camping, reading, and doing research on linguistics, impressive historical figures, outdoor culture, and environmentalism. If you're interested in working together, click on "Let's Work Together" at the top of the page, and tell me about your project, your ideas, and yourself. Whether you're putting together a website, writing a proposal, working on a creative piece, or looking to improve your writing skills, I'm here to help with it all.
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