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Over 90 days ago
Heteroflexible Male, 60
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Quote by Adagio
One thing is a must, and that is, not to put pressure on yourself. I have found the best way to write, is to be comfortable within myself. Start by picking out a subject, such as a tree (don't laugh) and write what you know about. It's an Ash. It's green, It blooms in Spring and sheds it's leaves in Autumn. Birds nest In Ash and there learn to fly. The young birds learn to tweet and then they retreat. Like I said, writing is easy, when the ink is wet and you hunger for words with feeling and not for words appealing to others.
Agree completely! Write for the love of it, you will know when it's a good story.
machu
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That is actually a very good question, and I think every author is different in their writing styles. I am not the average writer with a nice organized train of thought. I don't know where my story goes until the words spill onto the page. No plot line to start with, just write what comes to mind for the most part. This is not the preferred writing method for most (me included), but it seems to be where I get some of the best stories I have written.
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Quote by sprite
sure, if you're into [censored by fascist rule abiding mod] and [censored by fascist rule abiding mod]. other than that, you're going to get 'arbitrary rules'.
Now that there, that's funny.
As for the topic, I believe in the freedom of expression as much as the next author, but there are places (sites) where a specific type of story would not be appropriate. I too am originally from the big L, and most of their rules are what make that site (and this one) what they are.
There are as many sites as you have opinions in this world (IMHO) so I'm sure you can find the proper type of site for any story with just a little research. Proper grammar, now that's just normal courtesy to the reader.
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Quote by Guest
Not sure if anyone has thank the readers of Lush bit it seems right.
We write so people can read our work. Without people reading it the writing part is pretty pointless.
So thank you readers of Lush. I can't speak for every author but without you I don't think I would be doing something I love.
[B]big hugs & kisses[/B]
Love the sentiment here! The readers are what make ANY writer so yes, thank you all for reading our work.
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Quote by Guest
Once you start a story how long does it take to complete it? I find once you start a story i love it when they add chapters and we can continue following along.
I have written a lot of stories in the past, and it all depends. Intricate plot? added characters? Writer's block? Real life interfere? I've cranked out a decent short story (2 or 3 chapters) in just a couple hours. But it took me a week to write an erotic poem that I had stuck in my head.
Many of the writers I have followed are as sporadic in their writings, putting out 3 or four in a weeks time then a month goes by with nothing. So, I guess what I am saying is that there is no norm to how long a story takes to write. Sorry
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Quote by avrgblkgrl
I have to agree with some of these points. Timing and patience separates erotica from porn. But remember, writing is a growing process. Some are up there, some are down there and some will feel stuck in the middle. But, everyone is still learning. Only writing can improve writing. It takes time to find out what will work for you--try many approaches. You will learn what you need to tell your stories. Each one may prove to have different needs. Trust yourself as you discover.
There are no new stories, there are only new ways to tell them. That's truly the only part you create.
Relax, don't underthink it but definitely don't over think it. You will feel it when it's working. No one will have to tell you. First you will have to endure and be willing to take chances. Seriously, relax.
Fantastic advice that any new writer (or experienced for that matter) should know. Thank you all for the wonderful advice and ideas. Thank you also for this site as it gives so many people the chance to explore their own sensuality (sexuality?).
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