Fourteen stories revealing the issues faced by men and women, grappling, literally or metaphorically with 'getting a life'. Some are poignant, some pitiless, some hilarious, and some are distinctly risky and original. From a woman's exploration of the orgasmic potential of her breasts to a panic-stricken father who takes lessons on trust from his daughter; from tales of sexual ambivalence to a mchine that can 'see' emotions, these stories explore the inner-most fears and desires in us all.