so i have this notion

[kaitlyn_sun]

I had a pretty intense sexual experience this weekend. suffice to say, there's a new guy, and we had a really great time, and now there's a very good chance that I'm at the beginning of something really fantastic.

I wrote out my experience to someone, and was told that it was really arousing to read.

now, I've never written erotica before... but should I try to turn my experience into an erotic story? I know he won't mind... it's more a question of whether I might have any interest...

 

[HeyAll]

If people told you it was arousing to read, then why not?

You've already got great sex scene it appears. Just formulate a story, some dialogue, then you're good to go.

 

[RejectReality]

If you've already had one person tell you it turned them on, then there's little doubt you'll find many more here on Lit who will feel the same.

There's a readership for pretty much everything sexual here. Some stories may be more popular than others, but you can rest assured that several people are going to get a lot of enjoyment out of what you write.

 

[GorgeousGeekGirl]

What I've seen over and over, especially from men here, is that real life stuff is far more arousing than fiction. In a forum for current fantasy, I got more response for the quick stolen kiss in the back aisle if the stockroom than a graphic full on fuck. Why? Because its more tangible.

Go with it. Don't forget the small stupid details that make it something that could happen to me in everyday life like "his pants clinked with change when they dropped to the floor."

 

[sethp]

Do it!

 

[i_would]

What's stopping you?

Indeed there will be an audience. How big? No idea, a couple thousand readers you should easily get over time. Many stories here hit tens of thousands of page views - however not sure how that translates to actual reads.

Besides, it sounds like you're simply interested in writing down those stories. Isn't that enough? I'm writing because it's fun. It's a hobby. And when I'm happy with a story I post it here, for others to enjoy. Sure it's good to get recognition but that's not the main thing for me. If it was really about that, I'd more likely publish on Smashwords and have people pay me for it.

 

[kaitlyn_sun]

you're absolutely right, of course.. why WOULDN'T I write it.

is there a place i can have people read it over before I submit it? I have a feeling my usual editors aren't going to appreciate me asking them to read a story I wrote about my crazy weekend...

 

[Strangebuddy]

Well, there's plenty of volunteer editors of course. Heck, I'm always editing stuff for one of my hobbies, I'd be willing to give it a once over if you'd like.

 

[soflabbwlvr]

I had a pretty intense sexual experience this weekend. suffice to say, there's a new guy, and we had a really great time, and now there's a very good chance that I'm at the beginning of something really fantastic.

I wrote out my experience to someone, and was told that it was really arousing to read.

now, I've never written erotica before... but should I try to turn my experience into an erotic story? I know he won't mind... it's more a question of whether I might have any interest...

Absolutely. Real life experiences are a great way to start writing erotic stories. However, you want to make sure that you write it as a story. It should have a beginning, a middle, and an end. Make sure that you show, and it's not all tell. Your characters should talk to each other. Also, don't be constrained by what really happened. You can fudge the facts, take things out of context, change the sequence of events--anything you want to make it more interesting. You are not under oath. Your goal is to entertain.

Take a look at my story, Foursome in the Mud, for an example. This story was about 80% factual. I changed a few things to make it a more enjoyable read.

you're absolutely right, of course.. why WOULDN'T I write it.

is there a place i can have people read it over before I submit it? I have a feeling my usual editors aren't going to appreciate me asking them to read a story I wrote about my crazy weekend...

Yes. Go to the editors forum and seek an editor or a beta reader (or both).

 

[tmmmbrrr]

I had a pretty intense sexual experience this weekend. suffice to say, there's a new guy, and we had a really great time, and now there's a very good chance that I'm at the beginning of something really fantastic.

I wrote out my experience to someone, and was told that it was really arousing to read.

now, I've never written erotica before... but should I try to turn my experience into an erotic story? I know he won't mind... it's more a question of whether I might have any interest...

If your experience moved you so profoundly, then why wouldn't you want to attract more of the same through writing passionately? That is an effective way of declaring your intent. Worst case, you pour your great feelings out - how could that be bad?

 

[kaitlyn_sun]

I just finally finished the story I started way back about my first date with my current boyfriend

is there a place I should go to find people to read it for me?

 

[Handley_Page]

I just finally finished the story I started way back about my first date with my current boyfriend

is there a place I should go to find people to read it for me?

You'll have a long queue to volunteer.
But, to my mind, the question one should ask is "If I took out the rampant sex, would there still be a story ?"

 

[kaitlyn_sun]

You'll have a long queue to volunteer.
But, to my mind, the question one should ask is "If I took out the rampant sex, would there still be a story ?"

I think so. I've never written erotica before, but I write fiction all the time. it's part of my major.

was that you volunteering to read?

 

[PhxPlay4n6]

I just finally finished the story I started way back about my first date with my current boyfriend

is there a place I should go to find people to read it for me?

I'll happily read it for you! Let me know.

 

[RejectReality]

What the heck, I'll read it for you. I'm no editor, but I have a decent grasp of what "sells" here at Lit, and can catch rejection red flags. Just send me a PM and I'll return an address to send it to. ( Can't post emails here on the public forum )

In a writing slump right now, so I may as well do something useful

 

[kaitlyn_sun]

ok! the last editor sent me their copy, and I applied their advice and submitted it... and it's up!

our sort-of first date

PLEASE be nice when you review it!!!!! this is my first time, and I'm very fragile!

#Imnotactuallyfragile #gototown

 

[JAMESBJOHNSON]

I had known Kyle since freshman year. He and I and several other people from our old dorm had been friends all through school. We had always had a certain feeling that we might be good together, but we never quite found that perfect moment to try it out.

You have what Ayn Rand called a case of the HADS.

Feelings are: mad, sad, glad, afraid, lust, fatigue, hungry, thirsty, constipated, ill, pain, etc. Thoughts aren't feelings.

This is enough to get you started.

I invite you to one-bomb my stories, now.

 

[kaitlyn_sun]

I had known Kyle since freshman year. He and I and several other people from our old dorm had been friends all through school. We had always had a certain feeling that we might be good together, but we never quite found that perfect moment to try it out.

You have what Ayn Rand called a case of the HADS.

I'm not sure what the alternative would be. you cold say "I knew kyle since freshman year"...

but I'm not trying to have the past tense of 'i know kyle', I want the past tense of 'I have known kyle'...

yea.... I don't see how using the same word several times in the same paragraph is a problem if it's the correct word every time. I appreciate your note, though!

 

[patientlee]

I'm not sure what the alternative would be. you cold say "I knew kyle since freshman year"...

but I'm not trying to have the past tense of 'i know kyle', I want the past tense of 'I have known kyle'...

yea.... I don't see how using the same word several times in the same paragraph is a problem if it's the correct word every time. I appreciate your note, though!

Some believe that there are only 3 verb tenses.

 

[JAMESBJOHNSON]

Some pound keys because the keys are there. Some are kittens on the keyboard. Just like some pronounce salmon, SOWL-MUN because the word includes an ELL.

 

[JAMESBJOHNSON]

I'm not sure what the alternative would be. you cold say "I knew kyle since freshman year"...

but I'm not trying to have the past tense of 'i know kyle', I want the past tense of 'I have known kyle'...

yea.... I don't see how using the same word several times in the same paragraph is a problem if it's the correct word every time. I appreciate your note, though!

ELEGANCE is the answer.

 

[kaitlyn_sun]

ELEGANCE is the answer.

thank you again

 

[elfin_odalisque]

Some believe that there are only 3 verb tenses.

I came up with seven so I totally agree.

 

[Aynmair]

ELEGANCE is the answer.

JBJ,

I have to agree with you there.

I read this essay that applies to many an author and editor here. Perhaps others will find it enjoyable as well. http://nyti.ms/1q8xvj3

 

[JAMESBJOHNSON]

I came up with seven so I totally agree.

Last I checked there are 88 piano keys, 7 plus octaves. You and your friend got the strange idea to pound them all regardless of the sound. I find that stupid stubbornness.