As an erotic romance author, a look at the genre’s most successful and enduring novels is essential if you want to learn how to write something timeless. That’s why we’re taking an in-depth look at the origins and evolution of the Emmanuelle series, written by Emmanuelle Arsan. This revolutionary series shook the literary world when … Continue reading The Evolution of Emmanuelle Arsan’s Emmanuelle Series: A Master Class for Erotic Novelists→
Eroticism has always fascinated writers, artists, and philosophers. Some of the most unconventional views on sexuality come from the French philosopher Georges Bataille. He explored the depths of eroticism in his works and considered it the most intense form of human experience. This blog post will provide insight into Bataille’s views on eroticism, focusing on … Continue reading George Bataille and the Erotic: A Deep Look at His Views on Nudity→
For many years, the works of Anais Nin have been treasured by erotic novel writers and readers alike. Her collection of erotic short stories, ‘Delta of Venus’, is a particularly popular masterpiece that has remained relevant to this day. Anais Nin was a writer who was not ashamed to push boundaries and challenge conventional thinking, … Continue reading Unlocking the Erotic Secrets of Anais Nin’s ‘Delta of Venus’→
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”→
When it comes to erotic literature, many readers first think of well-known books like “Fifty Shades of Grey” or “Lady Chatterley’s Lover”. However, there are also lesser-known but still significant works in this genre. One of these classics, which to my knowledge has never been translated into English, is “Thérèse” by José Pierre. In this … Continue reading About José Pierre’s “Thérèse”→
Content, genesis & history of impact Hello dear readers, in this blog post I would like to talk about a very stimulating novel – “Venus in Fur”. The work was written in the 19th century by the Austrian writer Leopold von Sacher-Masoch and caused a sensation even back then. Today, the novel is considered a … Continue reading The seductive novel “Venus in Fur”→
The Greatest Poet You’re Not Reading If you’re a writer, chances are you’ve heard of Homer, Virgil, and Ovid. But have you heard of Sappho? She’s one of the most influential poets in history, and yet her work isn’t as widely known as it should be. Sappho is a poet that every writer, especially female … Continue reading Sappho – poet of lesbian love→
„That Obscure Object of Desire“ is a novel by French writer Pierre Louÿs, first published in 1898. The novel is known for its explicit depictions of sexuality and eroticism, and is often considered one of the most controversial works of French literature. PlotAbout the authorAbout the stylePublic reactionsImpact historyReception by literary criticsFilm adaptionsInfluence on Art … Continue reading „That Obscure Object of Desire“ by Pierre Louÿs→
“The Songs of Bilitis” is a cycle of poems by French author Pierre Louÿs, published in 1894. It consists of 143 poems and is known for its explicit depictions of female sexuality and lesbian love. The title “The Songs of Bilitis” refers to a fictional ancient Greek poet and friend of Sappho, whom Louÿs claimed to have … Continue reading “The Songs of Bilitis” by Pierre Louÿs→
Pierre Louÿs (1870-1925) was a French writer and poet who played an important role in the development of French erotic literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was known for his highly sensual and decadent style, and his works often explored themes of sexual desire, taboo, and pleasure. Louÿs first gained notoriety … Continue reading Louÿs’s role in French eroticism→
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