How do emotions develop? How do they feel? What happens to our bodies? How do we recognize them in others? How do other authors describe them? Here is an overview of all the emotions we have dealt with in the manther blog so far—with links to the respective articles, of course.
Erotic literature does not only live from shame or taboo, but also from the moment of triumph. This moment emerges when a character overcomes inhibitions and embraces their body and desire. Often it is small gestures that precede great inner liberation. When Shame Turns into Strength Imagine a student standing naked before her partner for … Continue reading Triumph in Erotic Literature
Why Confusion Creates Tension In erotic stories, confusion is never just a side effect. It often drives the plot forward. A character who feels shame doesn’t always know whether to run away or to stay. Someone who suddenly finds themselves naked in front of others feels heat, insecurity, and at the same time a strange … Continue reading Confusion in ENF: When Feelings Start to Stumble
Why Rebellion Is So Closely Linked to Sexuality When young adults begin shaping their own lives, sexuality almost always plays a central role. The first great love, testing the limits of the body, deliberately crossing moral lines – all of this is rebellion. It is defiance against parents, traditions, and what is considered “decent.” In … Continue reading Rebellion and Sexuality in New Adult Fiction
Erotic literature often dwells on desire, shame, or lust. Yet one feeling tends to remain in the background: awe. It is that blend of astonishment, respect, and inner trembling that makes the breath catch and the body feel both small and receptive. In erotic scenes, awe can be powerful, because it frames beauty, vulnerability, and … Continue reading Awe in Erotic Literature: The underestimated feeling
Self-doubt manifests not only as thoughts but creates a complex interplay of physical and mental responses. In New Adult fiction, we can utilize these multifaceted symptoms to give our characters authentic depth and resonance. The Externally Visible Signs Body language often reveals more than words. During acute self-doubt, we observe typical behaviors: arms crossing to … Continue reading Self-Doubt in New Adult Fiction: The Physiology of Uncertainty
Despair is a powerful emotion that goes far beyond sadness or shame. In erotic stories, it can be a catalyst that pushes characters to their limits. In the ENF (embarrassed nude female) genre in particular, despair opens up special possibilities for creating emotional depth and allowing readers to empathize with the character. Visible signs of … Continue reading Despair in erotic texts: body, mind, and dramatic power
Tenderness is the heart of many erotic scenes. It transforms raw desire into a deeper connection. In erotic literature, tenderness creates moments that touch readers emotionally. It reveals love, trust, and devotion. Without tenderness, erotic scenes often feel mechanical. They lose depth and authenticity. Tenderness is key to relatable characters. It makes intimate encounters human. … Continue reading The Role of Tenderness in Erotic Literature
At the heart of the ENF (embarrassed nude female) genre is exposure – but not just in the physical sense. Anyone who plays with the expectation of deliberately engaging in a game with their own visibility is living dangerously. A protagonist who appears with a hint of overconfidence brings not only her body into play, … Continue reading Overconfidence in ENF – playing with fire, falling with momentum
The genre ENF (embarrassed nude female) is ostensibly about shame, exposure, and control. But anyone who writes intelligently knows that beneath the surface there is often a deeper emotion—longing. A desire for touch, to be seen, for excitement and recognition. This desire can become the actual driving force behind the plot—and at the same time … Continue reading Longing in ENF: When desire leads to exposure
Self-doubt is one of the most powerful emotional elements you can incorporate into your erotic and New Adult stories. Few emotions are as universally relatable and simultaneously intimate as doubting oneself. Especially in contexts of physical intimacy and sexual encounters, self-doubt can develop profound dramatic impact. Dramatic Function of Self-Doubt Self-doubt can serve various roles … Continue reading Self-Doubt as a Dramatic Element in Erotic Literature
