Category Archives: Body

Especially beginners like to use qualifiers in the erotic description of bodies. The protagonist has “a great body”, “beautiful breasts” etc. But these qualifiers have no information value and are not able to create vivid pictures while reading. In this category, we want to consider how things can be done differently.

Figging – From Victorian punishment ritual to niche BDSM practice

Today we’re talking about a topic that is as old as lust itself – and yet so unknown that it can cause real surprises in your writing: figging. Maybe you’ve heard the term whispered before, between ropes, whips, and the soft click of handcuffs. Or maybe it’s completely new to you. Either way, here you’ll … Continue reading Figging – From Victorian punishment ritual to niche BDSM practice

Ben Wa Balls – When a Small Object Creates a Big Impact

Ben Wa balls, also known as love balls or Kegel balls, are small, smooth spheres designed to be worn inside the vagina. They can be made of metal, glass, silicone, or ABS plastic, sometimes connected by a cord for easy removal. Many contain an inner weight that shifts with movement, creating a subtle, rhythmic vibration—without … Continue reading Ben Wa Balls – When a Small Object Creates a Big Impact

Somerset Maugham’s Art of Describing Faces

Somerset Maugham mastered the craft of sketching a face so vividly that it remained with the reader long after the page was turned. He used precise observation to unite anatomy, expression, and character in just a few sentences. His prose was never overly ornate or sentimental, but objective, clear, and deeply human. Observation as the … Continue reading Somerset Maugham’s Art of Describing Faces

What Makes Every Breast Unique? A Guide for Young Writers of Erotic Literature

Every breast tells a story—not through words, but through shape, texture, movement, and the way it exists in space. For writers of erotic literature, capturing this uniqueness is an art, one that requires moving beyond worn-out clichés like “pointy,” “full,” or “round,” and avoiding the awkward technicality of cup sizes. From a feminist perspective, it’s … Continue reading What Makes Every Breast Unique? A Guide for Young Writers of Erotic Literature

Naming body parts: The poetic and explicit representation of the human body

Erotic literature has undergone a remarkable transformation in its representation of the human body. This development reflects not only aesthetic preferences, but also profound social changes in the way sexuality and physicality are treated. Today, writers and readers are challenged to find a language that is both precise and poetic, that neither obscures nor vulgarly … Continue reading Naming body parts: The poetic and explicit representation of the human body

Between Ritual and Spectacle: The Unclothed Body on the Roman Stage

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 Neck in Creative Writing: A Guide

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

Breaking Stereotypes: The Mouth in Modern Erotic Literature

As writers of erotic literature today, we face an exciting challenge: How can we create eroticism beyond outdated gender clichés? Let’s take a closer look at how you can forge new paths in your writing. The Burden of Tradition Traditionally, the female mouth was often reduced to passive qualities: “soft lips,” “gently curved mouth,” “invitingly … Continue reading Breaking Stereotypes: The Mouth in Modern Erotic Literature