I
hope you realized that was a rhetorical question. Of course it can!
Some
of the most famous books and movies are famous because they appeal to a wide
audience.
One of the things I recognize about animated movies such as Shrek and Tangled, are their ability to make innuendos that children miss, but adults catch. While I know this is annoying to some parents when looking for a sweet, innocent movie for their children, it’s what makes the movie appeal to the masses.
One of the things I recognize about animated movies such as Shrek and Tangled, are their ability to make innuendos that children miss, but adults catch. While I know this is annoying to some parents when looking for a sweet, innocent movie for their children, it’s what makes the movie appeal to the masses.
And
at the risk of readers fussing at me, what’s wrong with a little sensual innuendo? That’s my favorite part. I don’t need it spelled out for me. Sexual tension is
a lot more fun than just getting right to the act. And hey, attraction is a
part of life; we are supposed to be attracted to one another.
If you’ve read previous blogs here, you’ll know this is an argument I fight constantly: why is it okay to show violence, but not sex—even between a married couple—in a book or movie?
If you’ve read previous blogs here, you’ll know this is an argument I fight constantly: why is it okay to show violence, but not sex—even between a married couple—in a book or movie?
I’ve
been accused of ‘mommy porn’ and ‘couldn’t stomach the moral values’ on the
same book, even though I’ve warned readers…
All
of my novels are sensual, but not erotic, gripping, but not graphic and will make you cry, laugh, love, and hope. AND… While I do not write
"Christian" books, I do share my characters' Christian beliefs. My
characters are real people who come with real flaws; no perfect people allowed.
Yep,
that’s what I write! I believe there is nothing wrong with a sensual read,
but I leave the best parts to your imagination. Readers have great imaginations; that’s why you read. My main characters
usually have Christian beliefs—even if they struggle at times. Why? Because
they are my beliefs and ninety percent of Americans’ beliefs.
I
refuse to conform to either side of the “ultra clean, not realistic story” or
the belief that “we have to shock you to keep your attention” type of stories.
I write modern-day fairy tales that overflow with romance, mystery, suspense,
and of course, tragedy, because they are believable and true to life, while
still being a great escape from reality as I weave a story of love, hope, overcoming,
and restoration.
So
you’ve been warned…now you can check them out for yourself. And to start you off, my first romantic-suspense bestseller with over a hundred reviews in the US and UK averaging 4.4 stars is .99 cents for a limited time. Enjoy!
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There is nothing wrong with your books and the people who accuse you of mommy porn are sour apples. Sex is part of life, a big part and to deny that it exists and that you can't include it in your book is ludicrous. You keep writing your beautiful stories. marie
ReplyDeleteThank you, Marie. When I told my beta reader the "mommy porn" thing, she rolled. Seriously. My books are no more that what you see in a sexy PG13 movie, as I leave the best parts to the imagination. And no worries, as I said, I refuse to conform. I like where my books fit. I believe there is a market where readers want to read a book without concern that their teenager will pick it up and gasp. :) Thanks, as always, for your support. :)
DeleteI haven't read your books(abit lacking in the financial area lol) but I agree that sex is apart of life but it doesn't need to be forced in everyone's faces. Personally,if I see a book/tv show/or movie focuses more on that I completely lose interest in it.A lot of people think I'm supposed to be all 'take off all the clothes' and I seem abit prudish,but I just think it can be done tastefully.
ReplyDeleteAnd I agree about the innuendos in Shrek. It's made funnier when the adults laugh and the younger kids are confused. =)
Thank you, PoetryPagan. I agree that there has to be more than the books. I write and read romantic-suspense because I like a little bit of mystery, thrill, and romance all rolled up in one. One without the others, usually falls flat for me.
DeleteIf you're interested, WiLoveBooks is running a giveaway. Stop on buy, and you may win a copy of "She Belongs to Me". :)