Former Member Posted June 24, 2007 Posted June 24, 2007 Just wondering about the noticable lack of sex scenes for ITFB. I mean, I'd really like to see what goes on between Dennis and Travis, especially how Dennis acts given his ambiguous feelings on their "relationship." Anyone else here wondering the same thing?
Site Administrator Graeme Posted June 24, 2007 Site Administrator Posted June 24, 2007 Sex scenes are one of those things that different authors have different opinions on. Most of my favourite authors only include them if there is a good story reason for doing so. In DD, for example, there are a handful, but they are there for good story reasons, such as showing Aaron's manipulative nature, or Rory's uncertainty and confusion. They weren't there just to titillate. Dom will put a sex scene into the story if the story demands it. Otherwise, I don't expect to see anything explicit.
MikeL Posted June 24, 2007 Posted June 24, 2007 From ITFB chapter 18: Travis leaned further back, and with a careful hand lifted the blanket away from Dennis
Menzoberranzen Posted June 24, 2007 Posted June 24, 2007 Sex scenes are one of those things that different authors have different opinions on. Most of my favourite authors only include them if there is a good story reason for doing so. In DD, for example, there are a handful, but they are there for good story reasons, such as showing Aaron's manipulative nature, or Rory's uncertainty and confusion. They weren't there just to titillate. Dom will put a sex scene into the story if the story demands it. Otherwise, I don't expect to see anything explicit. I agree (although TLW had some that I'm pretty sure were just there for the readers pleasure ) I seem to recall a thread a while ago discussing sex scenes where many readers (myself included) admitted to just skipping over such scenes. Dom may just be responding to popular opinion or, as Graeme indicated, just doesn't feel they are necessary to the story. I still think of Dennis as the 'bad guy' (call me deliberately obtuse, but I never got over the initial part of TLW) and I can't say I really want a sex scene with him in it. Menzo
NaperVic Posted June 25, 2007 Posted June 25, 2007 I seem to recall that Dom mentioning in a blog or maybe in his yahoo group that unique sex scenes were difficult to write. Since he wrote quite a bit in TLW & TOU, he really wouldn't be breaking any new ground in describing a play by play of what happens between Dennis & Travis. Add in the fact that so many of Dom's fans are prudes and skip them over , I think Dom decided to focus his talent on other areas of the story. Take Care®, Vic
C James Posted June 25, 2007 Posted June 25, 2007 As a reader, (Yes, Vic, a prude.. ) I do tend to skip sex scenes if explicit. I just don't find the "part A into slot B" scenes common to gay fiction interesting. Hoever, IMHO, the most important thing is how Dom feels about it; he's writing it so it has to fit what he wants. Just my opinion. CJ
BeaStKid Posted June 25, 2007 Posted June 25, 2007 As a reader, (Yes, Vic, a prude.. ) I do tend to skip sex scenes if explicit. I just don't find the "part A into slot B" scenes common to gay fiction interesting. Hoever, IMHO, the most important thing is how Dom feels about it; he's writing it so it has to fit what he wants. Just my opinion. CJ I do the same thing while reading. When I'm reading a gay fiction, it's the plot that interests me, which lures me into reading more...not the sex scenes(if there are any). If i had to read something solely for sex scenes...i'd rather read some raunchy sex story or watch porn....lol BSK
MikeL Posted June 25, 2007 Posted June 25, 2007 I seem to recall that Dom mentioning in a blog or maybe in his yahoo group that unique sex scenes were difficult to write. Since he wrote quite a bit in TLW & TOU, he really wouldn't be breaking any new ground in describing a play by play of what happens between Dennis & Travis. Add in the fact that so many of Dom's fans are prudes and skip them over , I think Dom decided to focus his talent on other areas of the story. Take Care
BeaStKid Posted June 25, 2007 Posted June 25, 2007 i feel the same way about writing sex scenes. Somehow, it doesn't work out for me. I always end up writing something stupid. Don't know what with me and sex scenes, but they don't like me AT ALL!!! lol BSK
Conner Posted June 25, 2007 Posted June 25, 2007 Just wondering about the noticable lack of sex scenes for ITFB. I mean, I'd really like to see what goes on between Dennis and Travis, especially how Dennis acts given his ambiguous feelings on their "relationship." Anyone else here wondering the same thing? I'm with you, dude! I can totally appreciate that some authors tend to shy away from writing sex scenes. I respect that. I shall continue to read everything Dom writes. (Btw, when Dom does go down that road, he does a great job!) However, would I enjoy the odd sex scene between Dennis and Travis? Yes, no question. If there are any readers here at GA solely to read about sex, guess what? They're horribly lost. No sex without a connection to the story's plot? Ok, here are some reasons: - the characters seek intimacy - the characters feel playful or horny - the characters are curious or they're discovering their sexuality - the characters are in love - the characters want to pleasure one another Frankly, I'd just as soon not read about sex for 'manipulation' purposes. Rape scenes are horrific and cause me a great deal of distress. If I'm following a story, though, I still read them. Also, I see nothing wrong with authors giving his/her readers something they want. Duh! Finally, distinguishing the quality of any author's skills based on whether he/she writes sex scenes is totally ridiculous. Conner
NaperVic Posted June 25, 2007 Posted June 25, 2007 From Dom's blog, 3/8/06: How long did it take you to dig for that? You're worse than me Take Care®, Vic
Menzoberranzen Posted June 25, 2007 Posted June 25, 2007 How long did it take you to dig for that? You're worse than me Is that possible?
MikeL Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 How long did it take you to dig for that? You're worse than me Not long. Photographic memory.
MikeL Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 (edited) While we are testing my memory, Dom raised the issue of explicit sex in gay fiction in this forum on 9/3/06: I know I Edited June 26, 2007 by MikeL
Kurt Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 I guess that it would kind of be nice to see Travis and Dennis a little more intimate with each other, but I do not think, that a sex scene is totally necessary for the story. Not that I would in any way object to one. Kurt
writeincode Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 (edited) I agree with Hollabaroo and Conner... Edited June 26, 2007 by writeincode
Spacemat Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 I like that there's no detailed sex scenes in ITFS. I think gratuitous sex can easily cheapen a story. Like bad erotic thrillers and softcore porn and stuff.
NaperVic Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 (edited) I do tend to skip sex scenes if explicit. I just don't find the "part A into slot B" scenes common to gay fiction interesting. I do the same thing while reading. When I'm reading a gay fiction, it's the plot that interests me, which lures me into reading more...not the sex scenes(if there are any). I like that there's no detailed sex scenes in ITFSB. I think gratuitous sex can easily cheapen a story. Like bad erotic thrillers and softcore porn and stuff. -------------------- Okay, if you guys (and gals) are skipping Dom's sex scenes because you assume they are written like your typical Nifty Edited June 26, 2007 by NaperVic
sat8997 Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 -------------------- I think you SOSSers are missing out. <snerk> Acronym or not, that was funny. Sharon
C James Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 -------------------- Okay, if you guys (and gals) are skipping Dom's sex scenes because you assume they are written like your typical Nifty
Menzoberranzen Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 Vic, I agree with you that some of Dom's sex scenes are phenomenal (I'm think of Owen's first time topping for Aiden) but regardless, I still am not really interested in exactly who sticks what where. Undeniably, some of the scenes are integral to the story, but that's what skimming is for. Maybe Dom can do an extremely explicit short-story for those of you who want it Menzo
NaperVic Posted June 26, 2007 Posted June 26, 2007 (edited) Maybe Dom can do an extremely explicit short-story for those of you who want it Who says he hasn't? Edited June 26, 2007 by NaperVic
writeincode Posted June 27, 2007 Posted June 27, 2007 Nothing beats the subtle perfection of the tent scene with Aiden n Owen.
Rad Posted June 27, 2007 Posted June 27, 2007 HONESTLY..........well, to be honest actually I don't really read the sex scenes. But I consider stories without sex scenes to be lacking..... Got it? So I'd want to see stories with sex scenes even though I'd ended up not reading it.
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now