Newbie's questions

[cahab]

A few questions from a new author (Well, new to here anyway):

1) How seriously does everyone take writing for literotica?

2) Do you write because it turns you on, or because you like to impress the world with your talent? Or is there some other reason? I know technically that's three questions in one, but I'm sure you can cope.

3) Does having written for the site mean you're less inclined to get turned on by other stories?

4) How much drafting do you do, if any?

5) How much do you believe the author profiles, if at all?

No particular gripes, I'm just intrigued.

 

[MathGirl]

Originally posted by cahab 1) How seriously does everyone take writing for literotica?

Dear Cahab,
I take writing for Lit very seriously. Especially when the subject is garderobes or sheep.

DurtGurl has a more superficial approach to her art, but there is a strong foundation of philosophy and poetry in her works.

MG

 

[cahab]

Re: Re: Newbie's questions

I take writing for Lit very seriously. Especially when the subject is garderobes or sheep.MG

Garderobes? Now that has potential! Sheep's been done. Garderobes and sheep? Yuck. Now that's sick.

 

[MathGirl]

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Garderobes? Now that has potential! Sheep's been done. Garderobes and sheep? Yuck. Now that's sick.

Dear C,
I think you are taking a very narrow view. Especially for a newcomer. You should be more open minded about the ovine alternative, and the garderobe is going to make a big comeback in homes of the future.
MG

 

[snooper]

1) How seriously does everyone take writing for literotica?

There seem to be three sorts of author:
Type A is paranoid and watches their "read" and "vote" numbers at least once a day, and complains often and loudly about them.
Type B is paranoid and watches their "read" and "vote" numbers at least once a day, but pretends that they do not care.
Type C is paranoid and watches their "read" and "vote" numbers at least once a day, but won't admit they even know what they are.

2) Do you write because it turns you on, or because you like to impress the world with your talent? Or is there some other reason?

All possible combinations of Yes, Indifferent, and No to your three questions are present here, that's nine types of author.

3) Does having written for the site mean you're less inclined to get turned on by other stories?

Probably not, though it is fashionable in psychological circles to claim that extensive exposure to porn leads to a demand for ever more extreme stories in ever increasing quantities.

4) How much drafting do you do, if any?

As a professional author when writing for money, in the day job as well as fiction, I check and recheck many, many times, until the deadline arrives. For Lit, where there is no deadline, I have to set myself one. Otherwise nothing would get submitted.

5) How much do you believe the author profiles, if at all?

The author profiles are just whatever the writer chooses to say about themselves. While a number are honest, personally I wouldn't even believe anything, not even the claimed gender, without verifiable external evidence. Posting a picture is not verifiable. Saying you know other people personally who will vouch for you is not verifiable unless I also know them personally.
I cannot emphasise too strongly that if someone on the Internet (anywhere, not just on this board) claims to be a twenty year old female dentist from Timbuktoo, that doesn't in any way mean that they are not really a fifty-six year old male truck driver from Peoria. Internal consistency in the information on the board, and on a home web page means nothing. I have written a series of 8 novels now about several characters who are totally fictitious, but I go to great lengths to ensure that their characters and histories are completely self-consistent. I like to think that I could register as any one of them and be believed.

I hope this helps.

Edited for typos

 

[Guest]

Originally posted by cahab
A few questions from a new author (Well, new to here anyway):

1) How seriously does everyone take writing for literotica?
I don’t take it academically/world lit. serious; but I am as careful and thoughtful as with anything else I write, including correspondence. I am working on my first story for submittal, so far I’ve written collaboratively on several threads (and have learned much from the process). Ex. of seriousness: for a screen-size post I may work 1-2 hours; on paper it may only be a page.

2) Do you write because it turns you on, or because you like to impress the world with your talent? Or is there some other reason?
No, it doesn’t turn me on; it’s work (good work). I need to concentrate on the writing, each word, going back and forth, trying to get the ‘big’ picture of the piece, etc.; no space for my libido. I know my own talent and don’t need to impress anyone but myself and closest colleagues. I write basically because it helps me think about whatever interests me.

3) Does having written for the site mean you're less inclined to get turned on by other stories?
Ha! That’s like asking if masturbating too much means you’ll run out of orgasms. I meant that to gibe the idea, not ‘you’. There is not all that much on Lit. that arouses me sexually. Some of the best writing can be found in posts to the GB or Writer’s Forum; you’ll see. But what I call good writing is found in about 2% of what I read on Lit. Re. being ‘turned on’—I have fave bits of erotica that do it for me every time (of course I leave time between the readings so it remains fresh). Otherwise, in all the erotica I’ve read, here and elsewhere and in real books, it’s still about 1-2% that really gets to my erogenous zones.

4) How much drafting do you do, if any? Lots—see above.

5) How much do you believe the author profiles, if at all? Doesn’t matter to me. (Sometimes the sub-text is more revealing.)

Thanks for your thoughtful questions. Best regards, Perdita

 

[oggbashan]

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Garderobes? Now that has potential! Sheep's been done. Garderobes and sheep? Yuck. Now that's sick.

A few sheep in the garderobe saves having to use the pile of pebbles.

Og

 

[MathGirl]

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A few sheep in the garderobe saves having to use the pile of pebbles.

Dear Og,
I quite agree. A nice soft, wooly sheep would be much better. I still don't understand how those spi... Spanish pebbles worked.
MG

Ps. As to the question about believing in profiles, I must admit that DurtGurl is not quite as glamorous or accomplished as her profile might indicate. She has no shame, and I'm embarrassed for her.

 

[TheEarl]

Evening cahab. Welcome to the board. I hope you enjoy yourself here; we're all quite friendly, so don't be too scared of us .


1) How seriously does everyone take writing for literotica?

I take it as light relief. It's a huge ego boost to think that 1) I've produced something and 2) Someone else likes it. It's not that serious, but it's something I've come to enjoy.

2) Do you write because it turns you on, or because you like to impress the world with your talent? Or is there some other reason? I know technically that's three questions in one, but I'm sure you can cope.

I started writing cause I saw a gap in the market for a story that I really wanted to read. Unfortunately I discovered that my own stories, although quite adept at turning other people on, had little or no effect on me. I had by then discovered here and started writing for critical acclaim. It's a real buzz to get a piece of feedback from someone you know knows what they're talking about. Now I write for feedback and the feeling I get from people liking my story. And partly because I can.

3) Does having written for the site mean you're less inclined to get turned on by other stories?

Yep. Definitely. I don't read here to get turned on. I go to somewhere else and read cheap and nasty stories. I can't read any story with pretensions without seeing the errors or thinking as a writer/editor. I actually struggle not to pick holes in serious author's writing when I'm reading books now. Damn this place!

4) How much drafting do you do, if any?

None. My stories evolve. I start at the first sentence and editing goes on as and when I write. Therefore when the last sentence is done, the story is done. Until I send it to my editor (WSO, GBHLCS) who points out tons of mistakes that I've missed.

5) How much do you believe the author profiles, if at all?

Almost always. Why would they lie? U-18s maybe, but apart from that, I don't see why they'd lie.

The Earl

 

[deliciously_naughty]

A few questions from a new author (Well, new to here anyway):

1) How seriously does everyone take writing for literotica?

2) Do you write because it turns you on, or because you like to impress the world with your talent? Or is there some other reason? I know technically that's three questions in one, but I'm sure you can cope.

3) Does having written for the site mean you're less inclined to get turned on by other stories?

4) How much drafting do you do, if any?

5) How much do you believe the author profiles, if at all?

No particular gripes, I'm just intrigued.

1. I take writing for lit pretty seriously. I mean, writing for lit is what brought me back to writing, and what has inspired my first novel. Don't get me wrong...I don't spend very much time on redrafting or anything, like I would for academic writing. However, I try to have interesting characters that I would like to hang out with, who usually take over the story within a few paragraphs. At that point I'm at their mercy.

2. I write because I have to. I write erotica as means of exploring my own sexuality and because it makes me hot.

3. Even though I find my own erotica incredibly erotic and will masturbate to it, I also read black lace stories, ann rice, and many great authors here at lit like chiclet, sabledrake, earl, and the like.

4. Drafting? Well, most of my stuff is a first draft that I've gone back and rechecked for grammar and such.

5. Since I generally have chatted at or encountered the authors I enjoy here at lit, I believe their profiles. But I can only verify that mine is accurate.

 

[oggbashan]

Serious? Moi?

You can see just how serious I am at writing for Lit in the thread "The Worst Chain Story Ever" on this board.

If Chapter One does not send newbies running for cover, just wait for the other contributions from the distinguished authors lined up for Chapter Two and onwards.

Og

 

[Guest]

kudos (not the Stephen King dog!)

Just to let the public know that our thread starter is worth reading. I've only read The Chess Club and The Sex Shop but will read more soon, and vote highly.

Sex Shop is better, imho; great last sentence.

I will PM our new author w/more detailed comments.

a new fan, Perdita

 

[Gabriel_Lee]

Hello and welcome to the pack (MG let go of his leg)

1) How seriously does everyone take writing for literotica?
As you can see, we all take it very seriously.

2) Do you write because it turns you on, or because you like to impress the world with your talent? Or is there some other reason? I know technically that's three questions in one, but I'm sure you can cope.
Actually, that is only one simple question, and the answer is 'Yes'.
You really need to think more logically, or you will not survive. (Dianne, please leave his leg alone)

3) Does having written for the site mean you're less inclined to get turned on by other stories?
First good question. I don't know, but certainly your attitude changes (I read for slightly different reasons)

4) How much drafting do you do, if any?
I am not a professional writer. Generally I compose direct to the screen in wordpad, and subsequently edit in word. Therefore, I have no real concept of a drafting principle. I re-evaluate and reread often, but my choice of exactly when to post is a little arbitrary. I keep, nor use, any hard-copies.

5) How much do you believe the author profiles, if at all?
This is a site for fiction. That is not to say it does not contain truths, but they are for you to find, understand and maybe, interprete. We are all a bunch of liars, but that does not mean that we do not mean what we say, or that what we say is not, in some way truth.

For yourself, can you answer the above questions and additionally as a 'join the flock' challenge, answer the additional question:

On the subject of garderobes: you have just done the necessary down the gravitational flush, and have now wiped on the courtesy provided sheep, but the sheep will not fit down the garderobe. What do you do?

Please bear in mind, we are an ovine kind site, but you may assume the sheep is 18 years old, if it helps.

GL

 

[DurtGurl]

Re: Hello and welcome to the pack (MG let go of his leg)

On the subject of garderobes: you have just done the necessary down the gravitational flush, and have now wiped on the courtesy provided sheep, but the sheep will not fit down the garderobe. What do you do?

Dear GL,
You obviously don't know much about ovine husbandry. Sheep clean themeslves in much the same way as cats. They are usually ready for use again after an hour or so. You just don't want them to breathe on you.

In case of an illness in the family, it may be necessary to have several sheep to use in rotation. That way, there will always be a fairly clean one ready for use.

Helpfully,
DG

 

[Gabriel_Lee]

You must let the new guy stand on his own four feet, DG. It's a wild and woolly world out there. It is best he learns here and now ... no helping!

Hmmm ... I've heard of crop rotation, but sheep rotation ... ?

PS. nice AV, by the way.

 

[Guest]

seconding congrats

PS. nice AV, by the way.

Nice AV, Lee.

(congratulated you on another thread for 100+)

Purd

 

[Gabriel_Lee]

Thankee muchly, perdita.

 

[redrider4u]

A few questions from a new author (Well, new to here anyway):

1) How seriously does everyone take writing for literotica?

It's serious for me cause part of me is in the writing.

2) Do you write because it turns you on, or because you like to impress the world with your talent? Or is there some other reason? I know technically that's three questions in one, but I'm
sure you can cope.

I write because I want to; a world away from reality.

3) Does having written for the site mean you're less inclined to get turned on by other stories?

Nope.

4) How much drafting do you do, if any?

I use WORD, keep the item on desktop or floppy, re write as necessary.

5) How much do you believe the author profiles, if at all?

Oh.....probably 80%+ is true.

No particular gripes, I'm just intrigued.

It's really important to post your writings on Lit. I lost someone once. And then, I destroyed all that I had written about her. Now, I regret the loss.....it is gone forever. I wish now I had posted it here at Lit. Would have had a more extensive selection.

 

[TheEarl]

Re: Re: Newbie's questions

3. Even though I find my own erotica incredibly erotic and will masturbate to it, I also read black lace stories, ann rice, and many great authors here at lit like chiclet, sabledrake, earl, and the like.

Christ. Thanks DN. Guess there's that critical acclaim I was talking about. Now I can retire.

Cahab: It might be an idea to put an link to your stories in your signature. I'm going to have a look at them on DN's recommendation and it makes it a lot harder work if you don't have a link to them.

The Earl

 

[KillerMuffin]

1) How seriously does everyone take writing for literotica?

Personally, I take writing itself seriously. If I write a story I do pre-planning and a first draft. I'll do a cursory look for word processor green and red booboo lines, then submit to Lit. Other markets will get a second draft.

2) Do you write because it turns you on, or because you like to impress the world with your talent? Or is there some other reason?

I write because I love to write. I put it up for publication because I prefer to communicate with others and not just myself. I have something to say and writing is the best way for me to say it.

3) Does having written for the site mean you're less inclined to get turned on by other stories?

No. My writing has little to do with it. The problem is that I've developed a need for a certain amount of quality in order to enjoy a story. A story must have a certain quality for me to read and enjoy or it must cater to my fetishes. I find that I don't have to have quality to get off physically, just a certain fantasy. I also find that I have to have a certain quality to read it when I'm not starving for orgasm.

4) How much drafting do you do, if any?

For Lit, one draft.

5) How much do you believe the author profiles, if at all?

I generally don't read them. I'm sure some are true, but there appear to be two kinds of profiles. The author who is advertising him or herself as a sexual object and everyone else. I don't pay attention to the former and find the rest interesting.

 

[cahab]

Re: Hello and welcome to the pack (MG let go of his leg)

For yourself, can you answer the above questions and additionally as a 'join the flock' challenge, answer the additional question:

On the subject of garderobes: you have just done the necessary down the gravitational flush, and have now wiped on the courtesy provided sheep, but the sheep will not fit down the garderobe. What do you do?

Please bear in mind, we are an ovine kind site, but you may assume the sheep is 18 years old, if it helps.

GL

1) Seriously enough when I'm writing, but not seriously enough to worry about how they are received. That, in fact, is why I'm writing them. I am paranoid about my 'serious' writing, and needed somewhere to let off steam. Plus once I started people started saying nice things, which helps my battered ego.

2) Yes, no and no.

3) Yes, unfortunately, a little. I still find jewels though.

4) None, so far, and reading back one or two I found quite a few errors. Oh, well. I might try it next time, to see if I can do it without panicking.

5) Pass. Why do you think I asked?

6)ish. Sheep not in garderobe, sheep at bottom. Not my bottom, the bottom of the... Actually, your honour, I think I'll just pay the fine after all.

 

[cahab]

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Christ. Thanks DN. Guess there's that critical acclaim I was talking about. Now I can retire.

Cahab: It might be an idea to put an link to your stories in your signature. I'm going to have a look at them on DN's recommendation and it makes it a lot harder work if you don't have a link to them.

The Earl

Er, okay. Didn't do so because a) didn't want to look like angling for feedback and b) meant I'd have work out how.

I think it's here.

If not, I just did a lot of squinting for nothing.

 

[TheEarl]

Cahab: Yeah, that works. Put a link in your sig and then it'll be easier for people to find your work. I don't have time to look now, but I'll definitely have a goosey at some point.

The Earl

 

[gauchecritic]

Everything everybody said in answer to all your questions; ditto.

If you'd care to peruse the other pages of the hangout I think you'll probably find every question asked and answered in some or other detail.

And most amusing by the way.

Gauche

 

[DurtGurl]

Everything everybody said in answer to all your questions; ditto.

Yes, especialy the part about the sheep.
DG
Ps. Garderobes, too.