What a great start to the morning! At 9.30 we were talking about sex, well Erotica to be exact š Della’s class was excellent, and I learnt so much! Now trying to get my head around whether I could actually try writing some *gulp* š
Was interested to hear that one of the top sellers in the Erotica market are books based on Gay men. Apparently, Gay erotica is read by heterosexual women. Well, I think I may have to do some research now lol
During the break I decided to go for a walk, and I made a new friend lol
After my chat with the cows it was on to my last short story session with Linda Lewis. Linda gave us a tip on a technique which involves not only writing the beginning of a short story, but the end. I’m afraid, even with that tip, I still didn’t manage to come up with an ending for the start of my story I’d written in an earlier class *deep sigh* Why am I so crap at endings?
In the afternoon we attended the AGM and then it was Dregs Party on the lawn. I didn’t have any dregs to bring, but I did manage to grab a glass of white wine and actually change into a dress š
The evening speaker was Helen Lederer who’s talk was entertaining.
She read an extract from her book which was very funny š
I spent the rest of the night in the bar with Jayne, Maddie and Kate putting the writing world to rights until they deserted me to go to the disco *all say awwwwww* No, it was fine really, I wanted to finish packing!
So that was the last day š
I’m so sorry I’m behind with replying to comments and your blogs. It’s been lovely, but I do miss my little online community š
Oh, and thank you to everyone who has followed me on Twitter @vikkithomp I’m still not sure exactly what I should be doing and I don’t even know what a hash tag is! Lol
So if anyone could direct me to a Twitter for dummies type thingy, It would be much appreciated????? š
Going home this morning after breakfast….sad, but happy and inspired…..roll on next year! š
The View Outside 
what no disco for you? are your feet still bothering you or were you just being smart and packing up early like a good girl?
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He he he, I was being smart AND I was shattered….what do I mean was….I still am! š
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I bet you’d do alright if you tried your hand at erotica. It takes a bit of practice to get the hang of it, but I enjoy it a great deal. Also, not surprised that MM erotica is hot now. It has it’s appeal. Sounds like you had a great time. I need to try visiting a writing conference soon.
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I’m definitely gunna give it a go that’s for sure š
Oh, you really should CC….it’s been great! š
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Have a look at this ebook for a collection of stories about sex and relationships: http://www.fictionbrigade.com/shop/luscious-a-flash-fiction-collection-of-sex-and-relationships/
Nicola Morgan has written a good ebook about Twitter called Tweet Right
Hope that helps!
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For an ebook about sex and relationships see: http://www.fictionbrigade.com/shop/luscious-a-flash-fiction-collection-of-sex-and-relationships/
Nicola Morgan has written a good ebook about Twitter called Tweet Right
Hope that helps.
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Thanks Gail š
I remember seeing the Nicola Morgan one, you’ve just reminded me š
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She’s written a really helpful book brilliant book on how to write a synopsis too.
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Yeah, I have that one Maddie š
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I see the header “Sex and The Writing School” in my feed, followed by a 23,004 lb cow. I HAD to click.
That said, the experience sounds like it was absolutely fantastic, and I’m sure it will be something you carry with you for a long time. The fact that you took the time to go means you are going to have a leg-up on so many who haven’t and are unwilling to do the same.
Kudos!
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Ahhhhh, seee, I hooked you š I have learnt something this week lol
I has been wonderful hon, I can HIGHLY recommend it! š
Gunna need a week for it all to sink in, but then, I’ll be flying!!!! š
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I’ve written one quite graphic sex scene which will never see the light of day. I don’t think it was bad but i don’t feel comfortable with having something so graphic. As for Twitter, I just jumped in head first and watched what everyone else was doing š
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I’ve never tried a graphic sex scene, but I will now. It’s no wonder a lot of Erotica writers write under a pseudonym is it š
Thanks hon, i don’t even know what a hash tag is or what I’m spose to do with it lol
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Another one here that doesn’t know what a hash tag is for! I have twitter but I still don’t ‘get’ it, lol.
It’s great to see you had a good time, can’t wait for an erotica taster….. š xx
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He he he, my daughter gave me a brief Twitter lesson, so at least I now KNOW what a has tag is, I don’t really get it, but…..lol
Ha ha ha, we’ll see š
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There is another blog I follow who’s wife writes gay fiction (I forget whether it was erotic, but it might well be). I believe she does ok at it, and has several books published.
I didn’t know what the hashtag was for so I read this:
https://support.twitter.com/articles/49309-what-are-hashtags-symbols
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It’s a very lucrative market Elliot š Fancy giving it a go? They have a lot of male writers š
Thanks honey, will check it out xx
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Probably not my thing, I wouldn’t feel inspired enough.
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You are a very busy woman! I knida, sorta nominated you for another award today but the good news is that you don’t have to do anything but bask in the glory! I’ll go check you out on twitter too.
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Awwwww, thanks honey! š
Will pop over and bask lol
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Twitter is kind of like in the list I am bad at š So heads up to you Ma’m š
And that is quite a friend that you have :)))))
Its refreshing to know of your workshops. Lets me know what all I need to do in times to come… Thank you for that.
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You are very welcome honey, hope you manage to get something from my ramblings š
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Sounds like you had a great week – I am envious!
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It was fantastic Zoe, you should definitely come next year!!!!! š
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You had my attention at sex! It sounds like the course was a blast and quite the thrilling adventure!
I’ve done my share of writing erotica and steamy sex scenes and I have to say, it’s hard! How many ways can you write a scene that’ s been written for hundreds of years that is cliche-free? Good luck with your new writing challenges. I’m sure you’re going to love it.
Let me know how you find it. Who knows… You could be the next Nora Roberts or Danielle Steele .
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Lol, it was brilliant! š
I can imagine its really hard, I’ve NEVER written a sex scene *gulp*
Ha ha ha, oh I wish honey š
Thanks! Xx
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Smart idea; putting the word āSexā there in front of all of the others. Lure’m in, Vicky.
āAwwwww.ā ā Glad you had a good time and enjoyed yourself. Though I am quite late making it by to read all about it, I’m able to say that I really enjoyed wandering through the classes with you. It has been a treat.
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He he he š
Thanks honey!
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I wrote an sex scene for my first novel, and got a lot of rather interesting comments about it! But it has put me off of it forever, will stick to hinting at sex rather than describing it in future!
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Ha ha ha, I’ve only ever hinted at it myself, so it’ll definitely be a challenge Heidi š
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