Writers seldom take into consideration publicly their own arousal when considering an erotic story idea or scene. Perhaps it reveals too much of ourselves; yet our senses are open to emotion and affected by what we create.
We’re not robots and shouldn’t the subtle kiss — lips brushing against each other and the rustling of clothes coming loose generate passion in us even though we’re creating the story?
But we must fight our own arousal — and write beyond the distraction to bring the characters to life in a way that engages the reader and translates the fantasy in our minds to those who engage in the story.
It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it!
Yep. I can’t say it’s life-threatening but it sure can be distracting!
It is not easy at all. Sometimes it is hard to write hot and sexy when the writer is having an off day..