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A while back, a few of us discussed the use of graphic details in "romantic" situations. Many times romantic stories seem to mean GC or above content. But is that necessary? Let's revisit that discussion, shall we?
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Graphic Content in Romantic Writing
A discussion on the W.Com scroll several months ago brought some interesting comments. Participating were members Crys-not really here  , Lorien  , Kris , Inky , and Jedi Moose . I guess I was moderator since I asked, “To have a good romance/love story, does the author have to have graphic sexual content?” However I asked in a way that the question met the content limits for scroll.
Crys-not really here answered first, “No. they certainly don't have to be graphic.” She added later, “There are all kinds of romantic books. Take Nicholas Sparks, for example. I wouldn't consider his work graphic, but they're emotional, have a storyline, and certainly sell well.”
Lorien agreed. “No. I think they can be strong works without 18+ content.”
” I read lots of romance books, and I think that they can be like Lorien said, strong but without 18+ content,” Kris said.
Inky : “Some of the best romance books don't have physical content. Plus there are tons of youth romance novels that are entirely PG 13.”
So far I agreed with each person. They all make good points, in fact I think certain details should remain inside the closed bedroom door because what is romantic to one person may be gross to another.
Kris supported Inky and Crys. “Exactly, Inky! So very true, Crys.”
Inky referred back to Crys’ remark about Nicholas Sparks, “Not to mention Jane Austen.”
Lorien made a good point: “I think it depends on what the author's focus is. Some choose to focus on the more ethereal, emotional aspects of romance; others choose to focus on the realistic, day-to-day aspects; others go for passion. Many even balance many aspects.”
A bit of cynicism, I think, was added by Jedi Moose : “If the characters have life going for them then they have no reason to find love/romance.”
Inky gave us a bit of realism and humor with “How about a realistic romance? Lotsa nagging and dirty laundry on the floor and kids screaming. I'd call the other stuff ‘fantasy.’”
The consensus appears to be the main consideration is a well written book, and graphic content isn’t necessary to create that. |
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Let's see if we can find romance writings on the site that are below 18+ rating.
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The world lost its colorful luster when she realized he wasn't a real boy...
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I found several. Also, all my romance writings are 13+ and lower. |
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