So... Question

[KalIsBack]

My Muse decided to pay me a visit... well, not really. But I'm dredging up an encounter from somewhere in my memory that someone suggested would make a good story. And, in case you're wondering, it's a recount of my first time. I realise that there's no one good way to write a story, but any guidance here would be greatly appreciated.

My question: I remember it well enough that I can re-enact most of it by memory, even if I can't get all the words exactly as they were. But should I? Or should I trim it down?

I've got it mostly written out, and I came to the conclusion that many readers would probably see lots of the details as extraneous, and it's very possible for me to do a more perfunctory version that's not detail oriented.

Suggestions?

 

[emap]

Usually I just go with write it the way you want. Still there is such a thing as too much. Perhaps write the whole thing up, let it sit for a bit then go back and read the whole thing fresh and take out anything that makes you go what the hell is this doing in here.

 

[HeyAll]

I've always written my stories like tv shows.

That means, it should be broken down into scenes that guide the story.

If I want to write a story about a girl who becomes an office slut, I'll think of how it happens. Why? What are the circumstances? Why does she agree to it?

The answer to me was that she really wanted the job. The boss was pressuring her. She really needs the money. ect...

So to your story, if you're looking for advice, just think of what's relevant to an erotic story.

If your story is centered around a "First Time," then think of what adds context to this. What sets up the big sex scene? How does it come about? Why him? ect...

Hope that helps!

 

[KalIsBack]

I've always written my stories like tv shows.

That means, it should be broken down into scenes that guide the story.

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So to your story, if you're looking for advice, just think of what's relevant to an erotic story.

If your story is centered around a "First Time," then think of what adds context to this. What sets up the big sex scene? How does it come about? Why him? ect...

Hope that helps!

lol. First off, I am the 'him.' For some reason, lots of people get that bit backwards. But I suppose it's a fair enough misunderstanding in this case.

Second, I've set up adequate background, in my opinion. I've answered those questions you suggest. The who's, what's, and wherefore's. I was referring to the details of the purely erotic part of the story. I've read several 'First' stories that go like 'background... characters engage... clumsy sex on someone's part... end of story.' I wanted to break down that 'clumsy sex' bit, because I remember most every second of it.

But should I? Or would that be extending my story unnecessarily?

 

[HeyAll]

Sorry dude!

If it's a First Time story, then I'd imagine that readers are interested in the details of a first time encounter.

Just like if people read a NonConsent story, they want something rough.

So if you've got quirky details that add to the sex and realism, go for it!

 

[oggbashan]

My Muse decided to pay me a visit... well, not really. But I'm dredging up an encounter from somewhere in my memory that someone suggested would make a good story. And, in case you're wondering, it's a recount of my first time. I realise that there's no one good way to write a story, but any guidance here would be greatly appreciated.

My question: I remember it well enough that I can re-enact most of it by memory, even if I can't get all the words exactly as they were. But should I? Or should I trim it down?

I've got it mostly written out, and I came to the conclusion that many readers would probably see lots of the details as extraneous, and it's very possible for me to do a more perfunctory version that's not detail oriented.

Suggestions?

Write it with subtle improvements. Use the reality as the basis for a story about a first time. Keep the interesting bits.

Leave out some details, add fictional others. Tell it as if you were recounting the story to an old friend over a drink, and perhaps laughing at your earlier self. Remember that the story must have a beginning, development and an ending.

Would you want to read the story if someone else had written it?

 

[hylas_]

It really depends. Sometimes, details make the story. Sometimes, they're just tedious. I know this is not useful, but thats how I see it. I would write it as well as you can and then ask for feedback.

 

[Zeb_Carter]

Now for the big question. Are all participants over 18? Are there any references where someone might infer the participant are younger than 18?

It is after all your first time. I know mine took place before I was of age.

 

[Tio_Narratore]

Now for the big question. Are all participants over 18? Are there any references where someone might infer the participant are younger than 18?

It is after all your first time. I know mine took place before I was of age.

Don't forget, "are all participants humans or, if not, mythical?" Are all participants alive, or if not, vampires or zombies?"

 

[soflabbwlvr]

My Muse decided to pay me a visit... well, not really. But I'm dredging up an encounter from somewhere in my memory that someone suggested would make a good story. And, in case you're wondering, it's a recount of my first time. I realise that there's no one good way to write a story, but any guidance here would be greatly appreciated.

My question: I remember it well enough that I can re-enact most of it by memory, even if I can't get all the words exactly as they were. But should I? Or should I trim it down?

I've got it mostly written out, and I came to the conclusion that many readers would probably see lots of the details as extraneous, and it's very possible for me to do a more perfunctory version that's not detail oriented.

Suggestions?

The answer is, write whatever will make the story interesting. It's not a term paper, and it's not a news report. It's a story, the purpose of which is to entertain. Anything that does not contribute to that goal should be deleted, altered, or embellished.

 

[PennLady]

As Zeb pointed out, realism or not, all characters in sex scenes on Lit must be over 18.

These questions remind me of the scene in Amadeus where the Emperor tells Mozart there are "too many notes," and Mozart counters with the fact that he has as many notes as he needs, no more no less. You have to figure out how many words you need to tell the story as you see fit.

You can't tailor to the reader too much, because every reader is different and wants to see something different in a story. So better questions might be how well does your story fit the category, or how real does it feel to you, regardless of details or word count.

And details depend - are you giving the reader details of how the characters looked or felt? Those are probably more relevant to the story than what kind of car someone drives, or how the apartment or house is decorated.

This is just my opinion as well, but I don't think it matters how accurate you are in recounting an experience like this. It's a story, and they don't know you, so whether it's "true" doesn't matter, except in how much it matters to you.

 

[KalIsBack]

Write it with subtle improvements. Use the reality as the basis for a story about a first time. Keep the interesting bits.

Leave out some details, add fictional others. Tell it as if you were recounting the story to an old friend over a drink, and perhaps laughing at your earlier self. Remember that the story must have a beginning, development and an ending.

Would you want to read the story if someone else had written it?

It really depends. Sometimes, details make the story. Sometimes, they're just tedious. I know this is not useful, but thats how I see it. I would write it as well as you can and then ask for feedback.

I understand what you mean. Thanks.

Now for the big question. Are all participants over 18? Are there any references where someone might infer the participant are younger than 18?

It is after all your first time. I know mine took place before I was of age.

Hahaha. Would that I could say it was. No, I was older than 18, as was she.

Don't forget, "are all participants humans or, if not, mythical?" Are all participants alive, or if not, vampires or zombies?"

It turns out that we're human/unicorn hybrids.

The answer is, write whatever will make the story interesting. It's not a term paper, and it's not a news report. It's a story, the purpose of which is to entertain. Anything that does not contribute to that goal should be deleted, altered, or embellished.

Mhm... I think I might edit a bunch out.

Thanks, everyone.