{"product_id":"how-to-write-erotica-9781627783194","title":"How to Write Erotica","description":"\u003cb\u003eLearn the ropes of erotic writing from the renowned erotica maven herself, Rachel Kramer Bussel!\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHave you had intimate fantasies or simmering plotlines you've wanted to write but weren't sure how or where to start? Let renowned erotica author and editor Rachel Kramer Bussel show you how to turn those fragments into fully fleshed out erotic stories, novellas and novels. In this indispensable nonfiction craft guide, Bussel takes her 20+ years of experience in the genre and walks writers through the ins and outs of erotic writing. Whether you want to see your work on the shelves of bookstores, pen sexy stories or letters for a partner or simply explore your creativity, \u003ci\u003eHow to Write Erotica\u003c\/i\u003e will put you on the path to becoming the next Anaïs Nin! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Having taught erotic writing workshops at universities, conferences and sex toy stores across the world and online, Bussel knows how to make even those who blush at the word \"sex\" feel comfortable putting pen to paper. Her easy-to-follow method to penning erotica is broken down utilizing helpful tactics that include: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical examples from her own writing process\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eErotica excerpts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInterviews with over a dozen successful erotica authors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNumerous writing tips and prompts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAspiring erotic authors of all genders will learn everything they need to know about gaining inspiration from their everyday surroundings, breaking into publishing, promoting their work and making a name for themselves. From pseudonyms to BDSM, overcoming writer's block and crafting sultry, believable characters, Bussel's advice will have you seeing erotic possibilities everywhere. You don't need an advanced degree, previous writing experience or sexual experience to write good erotica. All you need is a keen imagination and a willingness to follow your lusty mind wherever it takes you. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRachel Kramer Bussel (rachelkramerbussel.com) is a writer, editor, event organizer, and erotica writing instructor. She's edited over 70 anthologies, including \u003ci\u003eThe Big Book of Orgasms\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCome Again: Sex Toy Erotica\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDirty Dates\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOn Fire\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSpanked\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePlease, Sir\u003c\/i\u003e, and\u003ci\u003e Please, Ma'am\u003c\/i\u003e, and is the Best Women's Erotica of the Year series editor. Her nonfiction has been published in \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eMarie Claire\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eO, The Oprah Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, Elle.com, Salon, Slate, Time.com, \u003ci\u003eThe Village Voice \u003c\/i\u003eand numerous other publications. Follow her @raquelita on Twitter and learn more about her writing workshops and consulting at EroticaWriting101.com.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Cleis Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51298523775250,"sku":"9781627783194","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_caea0010-9c9a-4669-b9cc-9830d7beba33.jpg?v=1747825559","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/how-to-write-erotica-9781627783194","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}