Authors are navigating new territory, with sensory descriptions and imagery unique to fit every new story. Because of course you know, each story must be better than the last one!
This new territory includes mapping out the male Point of View (POV) in the middle of a steamy love scene.
Google has been my steadfast confidant for all things visual, tactful, and tame. Hello, Safe search. Fancy meeting you again!
But there comes a time when the safe search just won't traverse the kind of jungle that authors have found themselves in. Who wants a slow and even ride when it comes to the male POV in romance?
I like to write alternating chapters with male and female perspective. And while I've got a solid handle on what motivates my female characters, I find the male goal motivations and conflicts a little more difficult to negotiate in the middle of a love scene.
I've listened to conference talks for mastering the male POV. And although I highly respect and admire the authors that presented, nothing quite compares to the real thing. A real man.
In steps J.O. Thomas, with a no-nonsense perspective on the wiley and illusive male POV. I found him on twitter, a reputable marketing resource for other authors. He's quick to offer advice and support for those that seek him out.
If you're struggling with sensory and visual stimulus for a particularly spicy scene, I'd recommend picking up one of his stories! The read is quick. The delivery steadfast. And once your temperature settles back to normal, you should take away a unique perspective on the male persuasion.
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