April Flores' Sexy Body Cast is the Canvas for Eight World-Renown Artists in Unique Gallery Show!
By Annalee Wooster
Topco Sales is excited to present a unique, one of a kind exhibit at La Luz de Jesus Gallery on May 13th at 7:00 pm. Eight Los Angeles-based artists make their unique mark on a plaster cast of the vivacious, Big Beautiful Adult Star April Flores. For one night only, the eight, original works of art will be unveiled publicly for the first - and only - time. Like iconic Cynthia Plaster Caster's phallic "sweet babies," but with a feminine twist, the eight life-sized plaster casts of April Flores' sexy bits will be available for sale. The first ever BBW (Big Beautiful Woman) realistic sex toy – the Wildfire Celebrity Series April Flores' Voluptuous CyberSkin Pussy – was the inspiration for the show is a runaway smash in the adult novelties industry, flying off the shelves of fine adult retail stores.
- Axis is a provocative graphic illustrator and graffiti artist known for his bold images.
http://www.stylepig.com
- Carlos Batts is an accomplished film director, producer, and artist, who claims April Flores as his muse.
http://www.youtube.com/cbattsfly
- Known for smoking devils and outrageous monsters adorning everything from t-shirts to skate boards and album covers, COOP is an integral part of the subversive LA art scene.
http://www.coopstuff.com
- Jim Mahfood is a prolific comic book artist and member of the prestigious new Artsprojekt.
http://www.40ozcomics.com/
- Kim Buzzelli combines fashion, music and witchcraft to design evocative paintings, illustrations and installations.
http://kimebuzzelli.com/home.html
- The mad-scientist pairing of Kozy & Dan results in unforgettable graphic designs, hip clothing and the Bunnyfish.
http://www.kozyndan.com/
- Misha is equally famous for her Large Eye, Japanese-inspired takes on famous figures and her brilliantly detailed tattoo art.
http://misha-art.com/
- New Wave rocker and artist Small Paul has left his mark on countless celebrities as a highly sought after tattoo artist.
http://www.myspace.com/smallpaultattoo
La Luz de Jesus Gallery
4633 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
323-666-7667 Fax 323-663-0243
http://www.laluzdejesus.com

The Penthouse City Contest invites Consumers to Write their Own Penthouse Letter to Win Toys!
By Emily James
Topco Sales created a fantastic way to help you engage your customers and help them discover the new line of Penthouse City Toys – a contest! That's right. In conjunction with FriendFinder Networks, Inc., Topco Sales has launched the Penthouse City Contest. The contest began on March 1st and the entries have been pouring in. The no-purchase-necessary contest is a perfect way to add value to your customers' adult toy shopping experience. Place a Penthouse City Contest promo card at an eye-catching POS location, or place a free banner on your e-commerce site and link to the contest page.
Let consumers know how easy it is to enter the Penthouse City Contest. Contestants must simply create a fictional letter, similar to those found in Penthouse Letters magazine, recounting a wild, exotic and erotic tale of sensual passion. Winners will receive up to $300 worth of Penthouse City Toys. In addition, the Grand Prize winner will see their letter published in the December issue of Penthouse Letters magazine. In letting your customers know about the contest, you create the perfect opportunity to introduce customers to, and educate them about, the sensual satisfaction that Los Angeles, New Orleans, Paris, Rome and Shanghai Penthouse City Toys can provide.
The submitted letter can take place anywhere in the world. The only creative stipulations are that the story must involve one of the Penthouse City Toys and that it must be between 1000 and 1500 words. After all, the friendly folks at Topco Sales have to read all the submissions so, please, remind your customers that no epic novels are allowed! Talking about the contest with your customers is a fantastic way to strengthen rapport, brand loyalty, and trust in you as a guide. If they are new to sex toys, this is a fun way for them to pursue new pleasures. For anyone who already considers themselves a groupie of the Penthouse City Toys line, the Penthouse Toys brand, or Penthouse Letters magazine, this contest provides them the opportunity to become a VIP.
We’re nearing the end of the contest! Submissions must be received by May 31st at www.PenthouseCityContest.com. All submissions will be judged by a panel of experts. The Top Ten letters will then be posted on the contest website for public viewing and voting, beginning June 15th. Participants must be 18 years of age to enter, or to cast a ballot for their favorite letter. Voting will close on July 17th, and winners will be announced on July 24th.
The contest is sponsored by Topco Sales and FriendFinder Networks, Inc. in support of the new release of the Penthouse City Toys line of toys. For promotional material, including promo cards to display at POS, please contact your distributor or Topco Sales representative. For full details, rules and regulations, as well as free banner buttons and the url code to link up to your e-commerce sites, visit http://www.PenthouseCityContest.com or see below.

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Beat the Recession - Seven Sexy Toys That Sell Well
By Desiree Duffie
"Making the absolute best choices is crucial for distributors and retailers to be successful."
- Gabriel Scally, CFO, Topco Sales
Buying habits change. Consumers' needs shift. What was once a hot seller now sits on your shelf and you scratch your head wondering how you can make the best buying decisions in a tight economy.
Analyzing buying patterns and trends in a sluggish economy is a science and an art. Luckily for you Topco Sales takes the guess work out of your buying decisions and offers the Topco Sales Recession Proof List.
"Buying product can be tough when the economy is struggling. Making the absolute best choices is crucial for distributors and retailers to be successful. This list offers the industry a glimpse at the most popular and successful products Topco Sales currently has to offer," says Gabriel Scally, Chief Financial Officer, Topco Sales.
The Recession Proof List was carefully assembled using various algorithms to pinpoint the best selling Topco Sales' items that show sustainability through economic downturns. It is designed to offer distributors and retailers a hot list of 50 items with a low risk factor. Topping the list are an amazing seven items that should not be overlooked.
The seven sexy toys that sell the best are:
Climax Gems: The entire line of Climax Gems are wildly popular because of their attractive colors, clean packaging, and modest price point. Among the most successful are the Sapphire Swirl (7226-6), Jade Missile (7227-6), Fuchsia Phallus (7229-6), and Lavender Beaded (7230-6).
Slimline G: An all-time favorite, the Slimline G never seems to go out of style. The classic design is perfect for internal G-Spot exploration and external stimulation, making it extremely versatile. Available in various colors and sizes, the Slimline G's best sellers include White Innocence (W1201-6), Purple Passion (W1202-6), Blue Rapture (W1203-6), Provocative Pink (W1204-6).
Heather Vandeven Vibrating CyberSkin Pet Pussy & Ass: The Penthouse Pet Collection taps into fans' desires to live out the fantasy of being with their favorite Pet. As the 2007 Penthouse Pet of the Year, Heather Vandeven, has one of the most sought-after replica pieces on the market (P9708-7).
Wildfire Scene Stealer Solid Dong: The big dongs in the Star Performers series take center stage because of their striking size and affordability. The Scene Stealer is a durable harness compatible dong that fans cheer for time and time again (W0104-6).
Eddie Stone Sensafirm Penis: Part of the Rascal Toy Line, Eddie Stone's replica penis is always popular because of his strong fan-base and the brand recognition associated with the Rascal line of videos (9018-7).
The Love Machine: The patented TLC Love Machine is so popular that it's sometimes difficult to produce enough to keep up with demand. Keeping The Love Machine on store shelves during a competitive economic climate is a smart choice because it is priced-right compared to other types of sex machines and is always a hot seller (7721-7).
Magic Massager: Found under the Adam & Eve Signature Toy Line, the classic design of the Magic Massager never goes out of style. Cited as being the most ‘popular sex toy' in a recent consumer survey, the Magic Massager will never cease being a sex toy staple. It is available in 110V for domestic sales (A8714-7) and 220V for international customers (A8715-7).
All 50 items on the Topco Sales Recession Proof List are available for free download. It is print-friendly and ready to use in Excel format. The Topco Sales Recession Proof List is a must-have for distributors and retailers who want to make wise spending decisions during tough economic times.

The Glass is Officially Half Full at Topco Sales
By Justina Walford
After a two year legal battle, Topco Sales is officially able to sell their popular glass pieces. The lawsuit filed by Know Mind Enterprises owners Steven Ritchie and H. David Reynard claimed that a number of Topco Sales' glass products infringed their patent. Just last month, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit agreed with Topco's contention that the patent was invalid.
This not only means that Topco Sales is free to continue selling their glass pieces that have been popular for years, they also have released brand new glass pieces that are sure to wow the customers.
Here's what's just come out for smooth glass sensations and beyond:
Here's the classic glass items that are free and clear to fill your shelves:

Fetish Fans Gear Up for Fetish Factory's 14 Year Anniversary Party
By Desiree Duffie
Fetish Factory celebrates its 14 year anniversary with a Fetish Weekend Party drawing fans from around the globe. The three day event is sponsored in-part by Topco Sales' Fetish Toy Line and the Penthouse Variations brand of products.
It will be a total hotel takeover at the Fort Lauderdale, Florida Airport Sheraton. Happening Memorial Day Weekend, the festivities include an Extreme Fetish Players Party on Friday with unrestricted play in a full dungeon setup. There is an Alter Ego Fetish Party on Saturday and the big bash happens Sunday with the 14 Year Anniversary Fetish Ball.
Fetish Factory has hosted the largest three-day fetish event in North America for the last four years with attendance consistently topping 3,500. This year the Sheraton hotel is already booked solid and overflow rooms are being booked at the hotel across the street.
Topco Sales wishes the Fetish Factory a happy anniversary!