Best category to post a bisexual mmf story?

[TangleLeg]

As described above, I am soon to post a bisexual mmf story, largely about a wife seducing her husband into going down on another guy for his first time.

I've written in BDSM, which couldn't be more obviously placed, but what might be your opinions on placement for this genre, category?

 

[rjordan]

As described above, I am soon to post a bisexual mmf story, largely about a wife seducing her husband into going down on another guy for his first time.

I've written in BDSM, which couldn't be more obviously placed, but what might be your opinions on placement for this genre, category?

Loving Wives, definitely.

rj

 

[TangleLeg]

Loving Wives, definitely.

rj

Thank you.

 

[jenibee]

I agree with loving wives, for the most part. Make ample use of the tags as long as you're able.

Personally I've been in the situation you've just described (haven't read the story yet, obviously), and would have quickly filed it under LGBT. However, that's based on the dynamics of our own story and how it went down for us.

Cheers

 

[sr71plt]

??? There is no LGBT category here.

 

[jenibee]

Sorry, my mistake.

Geez.... Maybe "gay male"? Even though that's not gonna hit the target audience here.

I guess loving wives is your best bet. It's also the category I click on the least, yikes. I'll have to remember to come back and check your stories manually.

 

[Nathan_Brazil]

Mmf

Keep in mind that mm is a HUGE turn-off for many readers. Wherever you put it, label it really well.

 

[sr71plt]

Keep in mind that MF is a turnoff for some folks writing and reading at Lit., so wherever you put that stuff, label it well.

 

[TangleLeg]

Great advice here. Thanks a lot. It might have seemed like an obvious selection but the story is written from the perspective of the husband. He's into the experience, and it's graphic, in that sense. It has a strong MM overtone.

I know some of the readers can be pretty vicious rating something that doesn't fit their taste in some categories, making bdsm seem almost easier to write for. I intend to make it clear and hopefully avoid the BS.

It'll be a couple of days before actually post it, (it needs at least one more proof read.)

Jenibee, I'll comment here when I do post it, in case you want to read it.

I welcome critique and input from other writers.

Thanks again.

 

[jenibee]

I'm subscribed to the thread, and thank you for sharing, OP.

May the odds of you finding an exquisite label be ever in your favor.

 

[JKendallDane]

Great advice here. Thanks a lot. It might have seemed like an obvious selection but the story is written from the perspective of the husband. He's into the experience, and it's graphic, in that sense. It has a strong MM overtone.

Based on that part of your post, take into consideration what kind of reception you are looking for before deciding on the category.

If you are wanting raw eyeballs and damn the scoring and comments, sure, go with LW if you think it would fit best there. My guess would be it won't go over well with that gang, though.

From my experiences, the best bet is to drop it into GM and make sure your first two tags are "MMF" and "Bisexual." You may see lower numbers of reads than what you get in LW, but with the way you described the guts of the story, it will be far better received. GM seems to be a much more forgiving category than the others when it comes to MMF bisexual situations.

.

 

[jenibee]

How 'involved' is the wife? If she's only interacting with hubby then GM is a good bet. Otherwise, gee I dunno.

 

[TangleLeg]

After reading these thoughts, I'm leaning toward GM, but I'm not sure. That will likely come closer to reflecting the nature of the story. I have heard negative things about LW being pretty unaccommodating of anything which edges outside of the readers perceived boundaries.

This is more an awakening of "his" fantasy, than hers. It's definitely male on male in its hottest, major content, but has lesser scenes with he and his wife.

Truthfully, it's fiction borne of my own discoveries about myself. It may not appeal directly to any category, but it's not about that for me. It's more about sharing a story with folks who might appreciate it.

There's a line in it where she says something to the effect of, "Well, you're not gay," in reference to the desire that she's suggested and stirred up in him. That has zero intent to offend a gay guy, hell, I'm writing a story about a guy sucking cock. I wouldn't do that intentionally, but the more militant minded gay guy might kill my rating just because of that.

like many writers, I invest a part of myself in my stories. They are always a reflection of who I am in some way. This almost seems like a petty question to me, but what I'm really shooting for is getting it in front of a few people who'll enjoy it, or maybe relate to it.

I really hadn't intended to put this much thought into it, but hey, it is what it is.

After all that, maybe I'll just eliminate that one line and call it good. It's not quite final draft yet anyway.

 

[TangleLeg]

Both of your inputs are appreciated. I posted here on the hopes that a responder might relate to why I'd even ask.

That's a gamble on Lit.

 

[sr71plt]

but the more militant minded gay guy might kill my rating just because of that.

I haven't really gotten a vibe that there are militant-minded gay guy readers at Literotica.

 

[jenibee]

First, can I just say that I really want to read this story?

And Second, from someone who is, let's say well-versed in FMM situations, I think you could go in either direction (GM or LW), whichever suits your fancy. I think you might get some good responses from GM, as the MF aspect is kept between a couple initially identified as straight, but then perhaps there's a hint that some lucky guy will get to taste the forbidden, married straight male, as it were.

Anecdotally, this would be (and certainly has been) a hit in my social circles. But as you've already pointed out, feedback from Lit is another beast entirely.

Best of luck!

 

[sr71plt]

For the record, if you want readers to actually pay attention to the content of your story, I'd certainly put it in GM, not LW.

 

[jenibee]

I haven't really gotten a vibe that there are militant-minded gay guy readers at Literotica.

I can see how he'd be concerned that having a questioning/curious person told they're not gay, with the implication that it's humorous or possibly even that gay is "lesser-than" could be problematic. Did she say it in jest? Were they arguing? We don't know. I like to think he's erring on the side of caution versus making assumptions about the intentions of lit readers. But who knows. Maybe in real life he's actually a terrible person and I have it all wrong.

 

[TangleLeg]

I can see how he'd be concerned that having a questioning/curious person told they're not gay, with the implication that it's humorous or possibly even that gay is "lesser-than" could be problematic. Did she say it in jest? Were they arguing? We don't know. I like to think he's erring on the side of caution versus making assumptions about the intentions of lit readers. But who knows. Maybe in real life he's actually a terrible person and I have it all wrong.

Definitely erring on the side of caution. I'm not making assumptions about people on lit, but I have seen some pretty ridiculous comments from readers that reflect just about every aspect of "what the fuck did he just say?" Or "geez, did that guy just read the same story I did?"

All that being said, that line is not remotely integral to the story so I'm going to axe it and post in GM with an adequate description so that readers know that they're getting more than just GM.

Again, gratitude for the input.

Jen:I am going to try to find the time to finish it this weekend. Meanwhile, if you like the bdsm genre, links are below.

I appreciate your interest. Hopefully it lives up to the hype.

 

[BuckyDuckman]

In general, I think Fetish or Group Sex are the friendliest towards stories that include male bisexuality, provided there is lots of straight sex, too.

In an ideal world, male bisexuality would be as easily accepted as female bisexuality.

Tags and even an author's note at the beginning are helpful. Outside of GM, some are very offended by an unexpected MM scene.

 

[Nathan_Brazil]

In an ideal world...

We'd select our next President in an elaborate ritual involving paint ball guns... But until that time, authors need be extremely careful in how they label their stories...

Well...except for Noir; he lives for the abuse.

 

[TangleLeg]

We'd select our next President in an elaborate ritual involving paint ball guns... But until that time, authors need be extremely careful in how they label their stories...

Well...except for Noir; he lives for the abuse.

No doubts there. The labels determine the audience with vicious efficiency.

 

[joelafayette]

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