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Oh F*ck Yeah with Ruan Willow
Human sexuality is the dance of education with pleasure. One cannot exist without the other for full expression. I strive to attend to both realms on this podcast. Oral Stimulation and all the sexy sex-positive stuff! My goals with this podcast are twofold: to provide you an escape to enjoy your sexuality and to improve it with the help of experts. Hi! Welcome to my podcast! I'm a podcaster, spicy romance author of multiple subgenres, and an audiobook narrator. My pen name is Ruan Willow. Listen and enjoy as I narrate sexy titillating yummy and spicy erotic romance stories. I talk about sex and relationships with experts and sexperts. Chats focus on things to improve your sex life, including advice, tips, and lots of hot spicy fiction. I'm sharing ideas to empower you, enhance your relationships and intimacy, your love life, and ideas for making romance bloom in your life. I also interview authors to celebrate them and introduce you to new writers in the spicy/erotic fiction genre. This podcast is about celebrating sexuality and all things sex-positive, I care about your sexual health, both solo and with a partner(s)! Are you ready? Get ready. Let's do it ...Oh F*ck Yeah with Ruan Willow...let's go! 18+only. NFSW. Copyright 2021-2025 All Rights Reserved Pink Infinity Publishing LLC Ruan Willow Music Heatseeker JB Good. This podcast show is not responsible for any violations of laws in states or countries where listeners of this podcast live where this content is prohibited.
Oh F*ck Yeah with Ruan Willow
The Power of Language, The Art and Politics of Erotic Romance Fiction with Author Megan Landon
Ep 657: The Power, Art, and Politics of Erotic Romance Writing with Megan Landon
Dive into a fascinating conversation with linguist and author Megan Landon about the power of language in erotic and romance writing. From the subtle distinctions between word choices to the broader implications of language in storytelling, this episode uncovers the craft behind creating intimate narratives.
Megan shares insights from her workshop "The Allure of Words," exploring how language affects pacing and sensuality in writing. The discussion tackles challenging topics including the stigmatization of erotica, the evolving landscape of romantic fiction, and the political climate affecting authors in the genre.
The conversation extends beyond craft to address crucial industry issues: the changing dynamics of romance conventions, the importance of inclusive spaces, and the role of emotional intelligence in storytelling. Particularly poignant is the examination of how patriarchal structures affect both women and men in the literary world.
Ready to explore the intricate world of erotic writing and its place in modern literature? Listen to this enlightening episode that bridges linguistics, creativity, and social commentary in the romance genre.
*Tune in to discover how language shapes our understanding of intimacy and storytelling.*
Key Takeaways:
• Megan Landon emphasizes the significant impact of language in storytelling, particularly in the genre of romance and sci-fi fantasy erotica, which is often underestimated.
• The discussion highlights the challenges writers face regarding word choice due to the stigmatization of erotica, revealing a nuanced struggle for creative expression.
• The podcast explores the effects of patriarchy on both genders within the realm of erotic fiction, suggesting that it can shape emotional connections and societal perceptions in unexpected ways.
About Megan:
Megan Landon is an award winning writer of sci-fi and fantasy romance and er*t'ca. Her stories are inspired by nature, science, language, and magic. She has a Ph.D. in linguistics and loves to play with the shades of nuance that exist between magic and science. Megan's work has been recognized by the Seattle Erotic Arts Foundation; Fantasy, Futuristic, and Paranormal Romance Writers; Passionate Ink; Literally Lovesick; All the Filthy Details podcast; and the Golden Pigtails Awards.
AUDIO RECORDING: Excerpt from Botany and Brujeria narrated by Lola Raine.
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