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ScalyFreak · 10-08-2011, 07:46 PM

Speaking from a reader's point of view (again, since I only dabble at writing, at best), it is as bad to avoid sex on principle, as it is to include it just to include it. If it belongs in the story and if it can be used to develop or show more of a character, there is nothing wrong with having it there. It's like everything else, if it's well written, go for it. If not, leave it out.

EDIT:
Just thought I'd add this, for thoughts: How would you write a romantic loving relationship with two adults, if you don't include the sexual part? It's a vital part of any healthy long-term relationship/marriage, and it paints a strange picture of happily ever after to leave it out.

10-08-2011, 07:46 PM	#42
ScalyFreak Sith Wannabe Posts: 2,034 Karma: 8017430 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: I'm not sure... it's kind of dark. Device: Galaxy Note 4, Kobo Aura H2O, Kindle Fire HD, Aluratek Libre	Speaking from a reader's point of view (again, since I only dabble at writing, at best), it is as bad to avoid sex on principle, as it is to include it just to include it. If it belongs in the story and if it can be used to develop or show more of a character, there is nothing wrong with having it there. It's like everything else, if it's well written, go for it. If not, leave it out. EDIT: Just thought I'd add this, for thoughts: How would you write a romantic loving relationship with two adults, if you don't include the sexual part? It's a vital part of any healthy long-term relationship/marriage, and it paints a strange picture of happily ever after to leave it out. Last edited by ScalyFreak; 10-08-2011 at 08:00 PM.