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I love to write about sex. You just have to make it…

“I love to write about sex. You just have to make it idiosyncratic. You have to have a strong comprehension of your characters, and write it from their point of view. It's really fun. It's not erotic.” quote by Jane Smiley
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“I love to write about sex. You just have to make it idiosyncratic. You have to have a strong comprehension of your characters, and write it from their point of view. It's really fun. It's not erotic.”

Jane Smiley

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Writing sexual scenes requires unique character insight and a personal style, making them authentic and non‑erotic.

In simple terms: Make sex scenes true to characters, not just titillating.

Key Takeaway

Focus on character voice and context.

Themes

intimacy character development writing technique

Mood

reflective creative

Type

instructional inspirational

When to use this quote

  • novel writing
  • screenplay drafting
  • creative workshops

Key Concepts

narrative voice authenticity genre expectations

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you decide the level of detail?
  • What makes a sex scene feel genuine?
A Different Perspective

Balancing honesty with audience expectations can be tricky.

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