Have you ever wondered why the best ideas come to you when you’re not actively looking for them? Maybe it’s in the shower or on your morning walk. This phenomenon is not just in your head. The process of creativity is complex, but we’ve looked at some research to understand better the brain’s role in … Continue reading How does creativity work? Why do the best ideas often come to us in the shower?
As writers, we’ve all been there. You’re in the middle of your day, and a brilliant idea for a story or scene pops into your head. You think to yourself, “I’ll remember this later; it’s too good to forget. But then, when you sit down to write, the idea is gone, or it’s not as … Continue reading Why every writer should carry a notebook at all times
The human body is a complex and multifaceted structure, filled with both beauty and shame. Sociologist Erving Goffman explored this dichotomy of the body in his seminal work, “The Presentation of Self in Every-day Life”. In this blog post, we will explore Goffman’s ideas about the presentation of the body and their relevance to the … Continue reading The Presentation of the Self in Everyday Life – Erving Goffman about Staging and Body Shame
Trust is essential in any relationship, and in erotic novels it plays a crucial role, especially in more intimate scenes. Without trust, it becomes difficult to create a safe and respectful atmosphere between characters. But how can we accurately describe the physical and psychological indicators of trust in writing? What are the outward signs, and … Continue reading Mastering the Art of Describing Trust in Erotic Fiction
Procrastination is something that affects just about everyone. Whether you’re a student, freelancer, or entrepreneur, putting things off until the last minute can seem like an endless cycle that’s hard to break. This is especially true for erotica writers, as their works often contain explicit content and evoke a wide range of emotions. With so … Continue reading Procrastination – A Phenomenon Every Writer Knows About
Literature thrives on tension and conflict between its characters. This is especially true in the realm of erotic literature, where nothing is more boring than vanilla sex without any sparks. But how do we navigate the role of conflict in erotic stories? How do we depict the complexities of relationships and human emotions while focusing … Continue reading Conflict and Disagreements in Erotic Literature
As erotic writers, we have the power to transport our readers to a world of sensuality, desire, and pleasure. However, with great power comes great responsibility, especially regarding accuracy. The use of biological or anatomical facts in our erotic stories can make a huge difference in their credibility and realism. In this article, we will … Continue reading Accuracy in Erotic Writing: Biological and Anatomical Facts
Erotic short stories can be thrilling, exciting and even taboo. But to write a truly compelling story, it’s essential to think carefully about the perspective you’re telling it from. In this blog post, we’ll look at the four main types of narrative perspective (authorial narrator, personal narrator, neutral narrator and first-person narrator) and how they … Continue reading The role of the narrative perspective in erotic short stories
As an author, it’s just as important to develop compelling secondary characters as your main character. Your secondary characters can help add depth, tension and conflict to your story, bringing it to life. In this article, we’ll look at the most important secondary characters to include in a new adult novel and the important roles … Continue reading Memorable secondary characters for your new-adult novel
Greek mythology is a vast collection of stories and legends that have inspired countless artists throughout history. One such tale is that of Pygmalion and Galatea, the sculptor who fell in love with his own creation. The story has been immortalized in various artistic forms, from paintings to operas, but perhaps the most striking version … Continue reading The Sensual Tale of Pygmalion and Galatea: An Inspiration for Erotic Writers
