Writing Erotica for Fun and Profit Revised 2022 Edition

Table of Contents

Writing Erotica for Fun and Profit

Revised Edition 2022

DEDICATION

Copyright & Disclaimer

Foreword

Chapter 1

Stationary, Letterheads, & Envelopes

Chapter 2

Handwritten Versus Typed

Chapter 3

Query Letters

Chapter 4

Writer’s Guidelines

Chapter 5

Margin Guidelines

Chapter 6

Synopsis Example

Chapter 7

Research

Chapter 8

Creating A Story Line

Chapter 9

Description & Mood

Chapter 10

Writer’s Block

Chapter 11

Pseudonyms

Chapter 12

Payment

Chapter 13

Sample letters & Submission Logs

Chapter 14

Sexciting List Of 1080 Words That Sizzle

Chapter 15

Greeting Cards & Adult Oriented Humor

Chapter 16

Over 250 Story lines

Chapter 17

Adult Publisher’s Addresses

Chapter 18

Pen Pal Groups

Chapter 19

Websites Pertaining to Writing Erotica

& Stories

Chapter 20

Writing Erotica for Fun & Profit Revised Edition

Chapter 21: Stationary, Letterheads, & Envelopes

Chapter 22: Handwritten Versus Typed

Chapter 23: Query Letters

Chapter 24: Writer’s Guidelines

Chapter 25: Margin Guidelines

Chapter 26: Synopsis Example

Chapter 27: Research

Chapter 28: Reference Material

Chapter 29: Creating A Story Line

Chapter 30: Description & Mood

Chapter 31: Dealing with Writer’s Block

Chapter 32: Pseudonyms

Chapter 33: Payment

Chapter 34: Sample Letters & Submission Logs

Chapter 35: Sexciting Words That Sizzle

Chapter 36: Greeting Cards and Adult Oriented Humor

Chapter 37: Over 250 Story Line ideas

Chapter 38: Adult Publishers’ Addresses

Chapter 39: Pen Pal Groups

Chapter 40: Websites Pertaining to Writing Erotica & Stories

Chapter 41: Marketing Using Social Media

Chapter 42: Designing Your Own Book Covers

Chapter 43: The Importance of Having a Website

Chapter 44: Writing Software and Writing Tools

Chapter 45: Pen Names

Chapter 46: Formatting for Self-Publishing & Audio Books

Chapter 47: Affiliate Marketing

Chapter 48: Facebook Groups to Join for Erotica Writers & Readers

Chapter 49: Why We Write Erotica

Chapter 50: Closing Thoughts

Chapter 51: Resources & List of B. B. Pierce Erotica

Chapter 52: Author’s Notes

Connect With Author B.B. Pierce

Books by BB Pierce.

Writing Erotica for Fun and Profit

Revised Edition 2022

B.B. Pierce

DEDICATION

A dirty mind is a terrible thing to waste.

Especially yours.

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This erotica eBook/Book is dedicated to all my loyal erotica readers. I ask that once you have finished this eBook/Book, that you take the time to review/rate it for me. Those of you who may be reluctant to use your real names, then just email or dm me your review and I will use it anonymously. So, this way you can review, yet not reveal your real name. I use them on social media, in my website, and often in future erotica eBooks/Books. If you like I can use the state or country that you reside in, this is completely your choice.

Email [email protected] or DM me.

Read erotica responsibly and stay safe.

Always stay hydrated while reading erotica in the event of loss of bodily fluids.

Copyright & Disclaimer

All rights reserved. 2022

No part of this book may be reproduced, or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the express written permission of the author except for the use of brief quotations in a book review.

This book is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is entirely coincidental and not intended by the author.

This book contains mature themes and graphic sexual description. If such things bother you, or if you are not an adult 18+, please do not continue reading past this point. All characters depicted in this book are over 18 years of age.

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Foreword

I feel I must warn you that since this revised edition is updated from the years ago that the original was written. Therefore, I suggest most of you begin reading this publication from the halfway point.

I mention this because not all of you may be computer users and still enjoy putting pen to paper or use a word processor or even a typewriter to create your stories. If so than much of the first half of this publication is here, just for you to gain more knowledge from. Unfortunately, many of the old school publishers’ addresses might no longer be reliable as may be many of the older websites. It does show you the process of using paper and envelope along with keeping track of what you are submitting.

You might have to do your due diligence to research newer publishing houses. There is something out there for everyone. It does show you that writing erotica today and getting it published is much easier than it was years ago. So, you are at an advantage before you even start.

Writing this revision, I wanted to accomplish two things. One to offer the old school material for anyone who wanted to use it and to show just how much work went into erotica writing years ago prior to the internet. Two I wanted to update as much material as possible to again offer guidance to newbie erotica writers in today’s marketplace. So hopefully readers can understand where I was coming from, and that each half of this book has valuable information.

This publication offers you 300 FREE erotica story ideas so that you can begin writing immediately. I am here for you 24/7 to answer any questions and  willing to review your first story draft for you. Simply contact me anytime.

So now sit back and enjoy the read. I also urge you to read informative writing books of all kinds to absorb as much useful information as possible. Education is something no one can take away from you.

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Writing Erotica for Fun & Profit Revised Edition

Chapter 1

Stationary, Letterheads, & Envelopes

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Previously upon inquiring about and ordering the course, when it was offered in text format, many of you submitted your requests handwritten, in various sized envelopes with numerous amounts of postage attached. Granted, the requests from Canada, Mexico, and other foreign countries are required to have specific envelopes and postage, but in the United States, we as writers, should adhere to a more formal degree of format.

Stationary should be number 20-pound bond and plain white, letter size. You may have personalized letterheads, complete with logo if you wish. This depends on how much you want to spend. Various full and self-serve printers, plus discount office supply stores can assist you with this. Ask them to show you specific weights, and sizes. Perhaps you may be able to design your own.

The example in this book shows how to make your own letterhead with the help of a typewriter, or word processor, and printer. This, plus a small amount of cutting and pasting, will allow you to create your own design. Then just take it to the printer and make all the copies you need. This format will also serve to assist you as a template for having number 10 size envelopes printed with your logo.  A number 10 envelope is approximately 4 1/8 x 9 1/2 in size and can be either 20 or 24 pounds. Personalized letterheads need only be used for query letters, cover letters, and the first page in a manuscript. This will be covered later in the course. Each additional page only needs to have your name, and the title of the story printed at the upper left-hand side. This can save you money on printed stationary.

There are mainly two types of envelopes you will be dealing with in your correspondence exchange with publishing houses. The first, is the everyday number 10 plain white envelope mentioned previously. This is used primarily for query letters and submitting shorter length, manuscript letters. Always remember to include a Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope ( SASE ) with all your submissions, and queries. This is another professional courtesy to your editor. It allows them to accept, or reject your work, and notify you accordingly, by sending back either an acceptance form letter, or your original work with a rejection form.

The second envelope is a 9 x 12 or larger, which is used to send lengthier manuscripts. You might investigate the cost of United States Post Office Priority mail rates. They supply you with an envelope as well, which guarantees speedier delivery, but costs slightly more in postage fees. If you want to send many manuscripts in a short time, that may be the way to go, especially Flat Rate Envelopes. Also be sure to include a SASE inside, which can be a #10 envelope. I cannot stress this fact enough. It shows professionalism, and will make you stand out from those, would be professional writers, who do not include a SASE.

Envelopes may have a stamp or gummed label printed return address on them if they do not have a logo. You may also use larger return address labels for larger envelopes. The bottom line is this, do not spend any more money than you must, but do always present a professional appearance in your work.

You might have to make a few trips to the Post Office to weigh your envelopes, just to make certain that you affix the proper amount of postage. This is important, because otherwise your envelopes may not be delivered or worse yet, not be accepted for the reason of postage due. Office supply stores have smaller versions of postage scales, which make it easier to weigh your envelopes at home, and affix postage yourself. Just be certain that the latest postage rates come with the scale. However, if you want to keep expenses down, use the scale at the Post Office, it is FREE.

Many writers include a thin piece of cardboard to help prevent their manuscripts from bending in the mail delivery process. This of course