The real secret to creating great stories is understanding the plot. Plot is what drives a story – without it, there’s no progress; no tension; no conflict and resolution. It’s the framework that holds everything together and keeps the reader invested. In essence, it’s what makes a story worth telling!
So you’ve decided to write erotic literature? Fantastic! But to ensure your story isn’t just a series of steamy scenes strung together, but one that truly captivates readers, you need a good plot. And for that, plot points are essential. Let’s discover together what plot points are and how you can use them in your … Continue reading Plot Points in Erotic Literature: A Guide for Young Authors
In the realm of creative writing, a profound dialectic exists between intuition and methodology, between the spontaneous act of creation and deliberate construction. While some authors venture like sailors without maps onto the open sea of storytelling, others meticulously draft precise blueprints before committing the first sentence to paper. This fundamental tension between planning and … Continue reading The Hidden Architecture: On the Utility of Structure in the Narrative Creative Process
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
As an interested reader of erotic stories, I regularly encounter attempts by authors to use gambling as a driving element of their plot. This is understandable – after all, games seemingly offer everything a good story needs: excitement, clear rules and the possibility of surprising twists. But that is precisely where the problem lies. The … Continue reading Gambling as a dramatic element – a critical analysis
1. The Basic Idea A young woman is planning a private fashion show as a special gift for her partner. She wants to present various outfits, from elegant to seductive. Due to a series of unforeseen events, the evening turns out differently than planned – what at first seems embarrassing ultimately leads to a deeper … Continue reading Development of an ENF Christmas story: The Perfect Moment
Perfectionism is often not, as many think, the pursuit of excellence, but rather a shield against shame and vulnerability. This insight is impressively illustrated in Sandra Manther’s novella ‘The Perfect Moment’. The protagonist Marie is a textbook example of this mechanism: as a successful architect, she has organized her life down to the smallest detail, … Continue reading The connection between shame and perfectionism: “The Perfect Moment”
Marc Manther has been dealing intensively with the phenomenon of reality TV shows and their effects on the participants for quite some time. With “Isabell’s Casting” he published the prelude to a planned series about a casting show called “Erotic Actress Talent Search” (EATS) in March 2020. While the EATS series is still in development, … Continue reading The Halloween Challenge – Marc Manther’s new novel
The Christmas season offers a special atmosphere for erotic literature. The early darkness, flickering candles and the contrast between icy cold and cozy-warm intimacy create the perfect setting for sensual encounters. Here are five settings that are particularly suitable for winter erotica. 1. Heat and cold: the perfect contrast When the snow is falling outside … Continue reading 5 wintry settings for erotic Christmas stories
ENF stories often focus on the embarrassment of nudity, which can make the protagonists feel exposed. However, this genre runs the risk of slipping into problematic depictions when situational nudity is portrayed as an involuntary assault. As writers, we are responsible for avoiding such dynamics and consciously focusing on consent and self-determination. It is important … Continue reading The role of consent in ENF stories
Writing stories based on real experiences can draw the reader into a deeper, more authentic world. Especially in the genre of ENF stories (Embarrassed Nude Female), where the aim is to depict intimate moments and intense emotions, telling from the perspective of real experiences can increase the tension and fascination. Here are some tips for … Continue reading Incorporate real-life experiences into ENF stories
