Sex and the Witty!

Less is more.  Yeah, I dropped that one on you.  Sorry, but it will mean something by the time I am through writing this.  Okay, not always less is more there are a few exceptions.  I usually find that less clothing can rob the sensuality from the moment.  What is hidden can really trigger the imagination resulting in more clothing being sexier.  The same can be said for poetry.  Completely undressing a poem with raw language robs the reader of something grander and a chance to make it personal to them.


A reader and put themselves directly into your words if you leave out gender and you make them think about what it is you are describing.

When writing erotic poetry it will drip in sensual attire if you drain it of being to expressive.  To make the poem burst "imply never describe".  Use plenty of similes and/or metaphors but refrain from the use of the word like!  That is a subject for another blog. 

Below are a few examples of a deeply sensual poem without the use of blatant words.  Both poems are from my book "The Color of Pretend".

duet

breathe me a song
grace me so strong
whisper thankful words
make love musically heard
 
change your inner tune
to sway with the moon
softly play me fond
together we shall respond

 "Duet" tastefully describes a desire to create a simultaneous orgasm. 

The Birth of Succulent 

In preparation for your bath

I watch and I savor

When you're finished I shall know

The origins of your flavor

"The Birth of Succulent" is describing the pleasure of giving oral sex.  It is implied, not directly described.


Implying your intent is for those that wish to improve their poetry skills.  There are some forms of poetry that demand a raw use of the language and perhaps a more direct approach.  Just like Haiku has its limits but yet produces brilliant results none the less.  Forms such as slam poetry produce raw and intense pieces that are still brilliant poetry. 


Example of a direct approach:
"I screwed my boyfriend last night
it was as beautiful as the moonlight"


Example of an implied approach:
"Deeply immersed in my soul's reflection
The night brought a silhouette of perfection"


The implied approach stretches the readers imagination and the writers skills.  So being less direct is actually more interesting to your reader and will help you develope more as a writer.

Go imply something sexy by using your wit!

Love.Me