We analyse texts from the fields of fiction and non-fiction and think about how high-quality eroticism can look today. We have no patent remedies, but put our thoughts and convictions on erotic literature on paper.
We regard the texts presented here as “work in progress”, which are constantly being expanded and updated as soon as we find new, exciting examples or topics. Ideally, over time this will create a pool of ideas for erotic literature for all those who write themselves.
In the shadow of colossal columns, beneath the azure sky of Rome, a theatrical tradition unfolded whose approach to corporeality and nudity decisively shaped the cultural landscape of antiquity. Unlike our contemporary understanding of the naked body, permeated by Christian morality, Roman theater reveals a multifaceted discourse on exposure that extends far beyond mere obscenity … Continue reading Between Ritual and Spectacle: The Unclothed Body on the Roman Stage→
The current trend toward rough sex in contemporary literature reflects deeper cultural currents and psychological needs. As writers, we must understand what drives this trend, how it differs from related practices, and how we can represent the inherent tension between fantasy and reality in our literary work. Why Rough Sex Dominates Literary Discourse The contemporary … Continue reading Rough Sex in Modern Literature: Fantasy, Reality, and Literary Representation→
The city pulses. Its streets are veins through which people, cars and sounds flow. But in the midst of this chaos, there are moments when time seems to stand still – moments when desire takes over and reason takes a back seat. Making love in the open air, in a corner of the urban wilderness, … Continue reading Love in the city: a dance between risk and desire→
Have you ever wondered why it’s so damn hard to write about sex without falling into pornographic clichés or sliding into prudish euphemisms? Australian author Krissy Kneen hasn’t just mastered this narrow path—she’s blazed an entirely new trail through the thicket of our sexual wilderness. With books like “Affection,” “Triptych,” and “Adventures in the Sex … Continue reading Krissy Kneen: The Cartographer of Our Sexual Wilderness→
The fascination with the concealed gaze threads through literary history like a crimson filament—from the furtive observations in medieval poetry to the sophisticated direction of perception in modernist works. In our digital age, this ancient motif undergoes a remarkable transformation, opening an intriguing field of tension for emerging authors of erotic literature: the intersection of … Continue reading Digital Unveiling: Voyeurism in the Age of Connectivity→
Have you ever read a book that simultaneously aroused and made you shudder? A book that blurred the boundaries of your body and asked: What is real? What is possible? And most importantly: Who does your body actually belong to? Carmen Maria Machado, with her short story collection “Her Body and Other Parties” (2017), has … Continue reading Carmen Maria Machado: When Eroticism Meets Horror – A Revolution for Erotic Literature→
The Hidden Landscape of Touch The neck—that slender bridge between thought and feeling—harbors a universe of sensual possibilities often merely brushed against in erotic literature. Yet concealed here lies a landscape of nuance that can enrich your prose with a new dimension of intimacy. As writers of erotic literature, you seek those hidden pathways leading … Continue reading The Neck in Creative Writing: A Guide→
In the realm of erotic literature, physical encounters often take center stage. Yet what truly makes an erotic text compelling is frequently not explicit depiction but the incorporation of emotional vulnerability. This psychological dimension unlocks depths that purely physical descriptions cannot reach. The revelation of inner vulnerability—through insecurities, fears, or hopes—creates resonance spaces where readers … Continue reading Vulnerability in Erotic Texts: A Psychological Dimension→
What is Dark Romance? Dark Romance is a subgenre of romance novels characterized by dark themes, moral ambiguity, and complex, often toxic relationship dynamics. It deliberately crosses boundaries and explores the darker sides of human psychology and relationships. Unlike classic romance novels, Dark Romance delves deep into themes like obsession, control, trauma, and power. The … Continue reading Dark Romance: A Guide for Young Authors→
A guide for aspiring authors “Your writing style should match the mood of the story.” – This seemingly simple sentence from writing guides can leave beginners feeling at a loss. What does it mean in concrete terms and how do you implement it? In this blog post, I would like to decode this principle and … Continue reading How writing style sets the mood – how form and content can harmonize→
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