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Conflicting Desires: Notes on the Craft of Writing Erotic Stories [Paperback]

Li Thorn Han
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5 April 2007
Storytelling qualities such as plot and character development often take a back seat in erotic fiction--and why shouldn't they? The reader picks up a dirty book for one reason: to be turned on, right? So why should a writer bother with all that craft stuff? +++ But what if there were more to it than that? What if readers wanted a real novel with a real story that satisfied emotionally and intellectually--as well as erotically? +++ It's possible to craft a story to satisfy those readers. This book will show you how.

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  • Paperback: 136 pages
  • Publisher: Velluminous Press (5 April 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1905605129
  • ISBN-13: 978-1905605125
  • Product Dimensions: 0.8 x 14.2 x 22.4 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,662,927 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful 22 April 2013
By Sandy
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Bought this with a number of others. this is good quality information that is easy to read and understand, giving the budding writer the support they need.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it! 26 Jun 2007
By Zuberdeen - Published on Amazon.com
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First, as the title to my review would indicate, I have to say that I really loved this book. However . . . this is a book about writing, not necessarily about writing erotic stories. As a mystery writer, I found it helpful and fascinating, with many insights and useful tips. And there IS information about crafting love scenes, but I really think the book is more valuable than that. If it seems I am being vague, it's probably because I am having difficulty describing exactly what this book taught me. Basically, I learned that I need to take my time writing these difficult (for me, anyway) passages, and that point of view is paramount. But there is so much more to be had in this little gem of a book! I could see people being frustrated if what they wanted was a how-to on writing erotica -- this is more for writers whose stories incorporate love scenes and how to make them flow naturally, and (of course) how to make them hot!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful 9 Aug 2008
By Ms. Valdosta feed and grain "Carly" - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
This book packs so much information on the craft of writing erotica. The only drawback is that it's to short. The author covers every aspect that a writer can run into trouble on and includes ways to jump start your writing, and a lexicon. Extremely pleased with this book. It is very through and makes use of all its pages.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for the Newbie 23 July 2008
By Carli Holt - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Paperback
This was an excellent book, especially for anyone thinking about
writing Erotic romance....simple,straight, and to the point.
It stresses the importance of character development and plot, with sex
being the driving force of the characters, not just a bunch of sex with
no plot. If one is looking for that, then erotica or pornography is the way to go...if the sex scenes are taken out and the story can stand alone,
then you have a good story; otherwise, it's not Erotic Romance.
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