Are you writing erotic novels and want to give your characters more depth and texture? Creating believable characters takes a lot of skill, but there’s an interesting and effective way to make them sympathetic – by highlighting the contrast between their “wants” and their needs. Every protagonist has a heartbreaking desire that haunts them throughout … Continue reading Want vs. Need
New Adult novels are quickly gaining popularity as they cater to the demographic of readers who have outgrown young adult but are not quite ready for adult novels. One theme that is common in New Adult novels is the protagonist’s journey towards self-confidence. This is a crucial aspect of character development that is necessary for … Continue reading Battle Zone Self-Consciousness: Why it is Particularly Important in New Adult Novels
Have you ever been transported to a distant memory by the whiff of a familiar scent? Our sense of smell can be one of the most powerful triggers for emotions and memories, yet it is often overlooked in writing. When it comes to writing an erotic scene, incorporating the sense of smell can elevate the … Continue reading Amplifying Erotic Scenes with the Power of Smell
Erotic literature is about exploring the senses, desires, and the human body. As an erotic writer, you need to be well-versed in the different parts of the body and their responses to pleasure. While every part of our body experiences touch, there are certain erogenous zones that are hotbeds of pleasure. In this blog post, … Continue reading Exploring the erogenous zones of the body – A guide for erotic writers
Our feet are a remarkable construct of bones, muscles and tendons that not only carry us through life, but also have a major impact on our posture. How we treat our feet and what footwear we choose can have a significant impact on our posture. Two opposing approaches dominate the discussion: barefoot running and wearing … Continue reading How High Heels and Barefoot Walking Affect Your Posture
Writing about loneliness may seem like a daunting task, but with some exploration and understanding of what it entails, one can describe this complex emotion with skill and depth. As writers, we want to masterfully convey our characters’ emotional experiences, and to do that, we need to understand the physical, mental, emotional, and cognitive reactions … Continue reading Masterfully Describing Loneliness: Understanding the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Cognitive Reactions to Solitud
The topic of nudity and shame has been front and centre of many debates in modern times, especially owing to the rise of naturalism and the normalization of nudity in public spaces. This discussion, however, goes further than just simple, cultural nuances. It crosses over into the zone of mental health and psychology as the … Continue reading Nudity and Shame – A Psychological Exploration
There is only one thing that interests me, and that is to record everything that is left out in books. Henry Miller: Tropic of Cancer Are you an erotic novel writer looking for inspiration? Look no further than Henry Miller’s controversial novel “Tropic of Cancer”. This book caused a stir when it was first published … Continue reading The Fascinating Story behind Henry Miller’s “Tropic of Cancer”
Do you have an idea for a novel and feel like the protagonist is missing something? Creating characters that are real, believable, and relatable can be a challenge that changes readers’ lives. We want to create someone the readership will root for – and follow along with – as they overcome obstacles throughout the story … Continue reading Characteristics for believable characters
It’s no surprise that sexuality is causing an uproar in today’s society, especially among right-wing conservatives, Christian fundamentalists, and anti-abortionists. What is it that they find so frightening about it? Is it their own repressed desires and feelings coming to the surface? Is it the unknown that another person’s desire brings? Or perhaps they refuse … Continue reading The fear of sexuality in the right-wing camp
