The Art of Seduction: Sasha LeFleur's Guide to Writing Personalized Erotica for Clients
I fell into writing custom erotica for clients quite by accident. It all started with a friend who was having troubles in her relationship with a man, who she loved but was unable to fulfill her sexually. She had an innate need to be degraded, which he was unable to do because he cared so much for her, and it left her frustrated. When she told me the things she needed to be done to her to experience sexual gratification, I had to admit that if I had been in love with her, I would have found it difficult to treat her like that as well. But rather than break up with him, she convinced me to write her a story to let her experience the fantasy and fill the void she felt in her relationship. Since that first story, I've gone on to write custom erotica for hundreds of clients, mainly women, from all over the world and all walks of life, and here are the top tips I've learned along the way.
Use Their Name But Fictionalize Their Character
It's okay if you use your client's name for your lead character; after all, they are the star of the tale, but don't get caught up in making your protagonist a replica of your client. It's better to treat the character as a loose metaphor; that way, you have more freedom to follow any narrative thread you need to, even if it means the character would behave in some ways that your client wouldn't. It also allows your client to have an emotional buffer from the events of the story if needed. Physically, your character may have a couple of defining characteristics that match the client, like eye and hair color, tattoos, or whether they favor a distinctive style of jewelry. Other than that, regarding things like occupation, backstory, or relationship status, feel free to fictionalize the character as you see fit to serve your story.
Learn Your Client's Fears & Vulnerabilities
Getting to know your client so that you can craft an erotic story that appeals to them is more than understanding their sexual desires. You must also understand what makes them tick, their goals in life, their fears, insecurities, and vulnerabilities. Incorporating these aspects into your storytelling will make your client feel connected to the story on a psychological level and that it was crafted only for them. Adept use of these details will also make the sex scenes more visceral and memorable.
Be Bold In Your Storytelling
Remember that a certain part of the allure for a client commissioning you to write a personal fantasy is that they are curious how you see them through an erotic lens. They want to know, in a world where you as a writer control everything, what you would have them do and what you would have done to them. So be bold! Be Daring. Put them in situations that would make your mother blush. Have them service 30 partners in one night, sell their first time to a Senator, or enjoy having anonymous sex where they only see their partners' faces from the reflection off the face of the watch on their wrist. Your clients will get just as much excitement from the thought that you had the audacity to write them into such situations, knowing that they would read it as being the center of an incredible sexual fantasy in the first place.
Respect the Client's Boundaries
At the same time, please be careful about your client's boundaries. While toying with boundaries can introduce tension into your narrative, if a client has a hard "no" on specific acts or situations, the moment they read their character engaged in that act will immediately pull them out of the moment and disengage them from the character. If anything, you can show how the character navigates an unwanted situation to one more of their liking. This approach can help you find storylines and strengthen the reader's bond with their character while avoiding callously disregarding their wishes.
Keep the Narrative Simple But Interesting
As your commissions grow, you will find yourself tasked with writing more and more stories, and there may come a time when you may be tapped for ideas. That's why it is vital that you keep it simple. Often, a one-sentence plot outline should suffice for most clients, i.e., "Car breaks down at night on a lone street when the tow driver offers an indecent proposition." Often, you will find that the most straightforward idea can still take on a life of its own and grow into much more, which may be creatively satisfying but also frustrating when you are trying to meet a deadline. So try to keep it short and sweet. The key is not the complexity of the idea but its resonance with the client, ensuring the story becomes a vivid and memorable experience.
Explore Genre and Atmosphere
You can also tell the same story in different ways by changing the genre. From horror, fantasy, sci-fi, and rom-com to even Western, changing the genre and tone keeps returning clients engaged, offering fresh perspectives on familiar fantasies.
Write the Story You Would Get Off To
Ultimately, write the story that you would get off to. That is the surefire way to ensure that your work will be authentic. If you don't feel the passion on the page, your client won't either, so write for yourself as the target audience while staying true to your creative process while still honoring your client.
By understanding your clients' desires, building emotional connections, creating ambiance, and balancing sensuality with provocation, you can create custom stories that keep clients coming back.
In conclusion, the art of seduction in custom erotica lies in the nuanced interplay of personalization, creativity, and boldness. As writers, we have the power to create experiences that not only fulfill desires but create memorable journeys. By understanding clients' needs, weaving emotionally resonant narratives, and embracing versatility, we elevate custom erotica into an art form that leaves a lasting impression on those seeking its allure.
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