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!
The human body is a complex and multifaceted structure, filled with both beauty and shame. Sociologist Erving Goffman explored this dichotomy of the body in his seminal work, “The Presentation of Self in Every-day Life”. In this blog post, we will explore Goffman’s ideas about the presentation of the body and their relevance to the … Continue reading The Presentation of the Self in Everyday Life – Erving Goffman about Staging and Body Shame→
As a writer, it is important to understand the elements of literature, including the concept of mimesis. Mimesis is a term first introduced by the Greek philosopher Aristotle, and it refers to the imitation or representation of reality in literature, art, music, and other forms of creativity. In this blog post, we will explore the … Continue reading Understanding Mimesis: Definition, Function and Application in Erotic Literature→
As a writer, it is important to create a protagonist who is believable and relatable to the reader. To do this, it is crucial to understand the character’s backstory and motivations, as they drive the decisions they make when faced with conflict. Understanding the character’s beliefs, values, and fears can make their struggles more concrete … Continue reading The Connection Between Motivation and Backstory→
The journey to the first orgasm is a powerful and transformative moment for many women. It’s a moment of self-discovery, full of excitement and pleasure. But it can also be confusing, frightening, and sometimes even painful. For erotic writers, capturing the essence of the first orgasm in their stories can be a challenge. But fear … Continue reading The power of the first orgasm: Tips for Erotic Writers→
If you are an erotic writer, you know that every story, any story that tells of the encounter between two people, is inherently erotic since it tries to make the tension and attraction between them tangible.. One of the most challenging aspects of writing erotica is crafting a narrative that consistently evokes a sense of … Continue reading The Art of Erotic Storytelling: Mastering the Erotic Staging→
Erotic writing has come a long way in recent years, expanding beyond the traditional tropes of gender roles, BDSM, and fetishes. Among these evolving niches is the genre of ENF (Embarrassed Nude Female) literature. While some may view ENF stories as just another form of fetishistic erotica, there is much more depth to these narratives … Continue reading The Power of ENF Literature: Feminist Undertones and Empowering Female Sexuality→
As an erotica writer, you may be struggling to develop a compelling plot. You have your characters, their motivations and their desires, but somehow the story doesn’t quite come together. One of the most important aspects of a good plot, according to Aristotle, is the element of hamartia or tragic flaw. Hamartia is a mistake … Continue reading Hamartia – The importance of error for an compelling plot→
Greek mythology is a vast collection of stories and legends that have inspired countless artists throughout history. One such tale is that of Pygmalion and Galatea, the sculptor who fell in love with his own creation. The story has been immortalized in various artistic forms, from paintings to operas, but perhaps the most striking version … Continue reading The Sensual Tale of Pygmalion and Galatea: An Inspiration for Erotic Writers→
The French edition of the captivating narrative “Stage Fright“, now titled “Peur,” has finally arrived seven years later. Reason enough to take a closer look at the psychological implications of the story. The action takes place during rehearsals for the play “Angst” by Albanian author Aleksandër Caliqi. The background is the so-called lottery uprising in … Continue reading The Psychological Implications of the Genre ENF in “Stage Fright”→
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