What makes for good dirty talk? (~in fic)

[birdsofshore]

I had an idea for a story and it would probably involve a lot of dirty talking and general filthiness. Then I realised that this is something I really struggle with.

What, in your opinion, makes dirty talking hot in fic? Are there things that just don't work for you when you're reading it? What is your favourite kind to read? Have you got a favourite story that involves dirty talk? And, if you're a writer, can you give me any tips? Because I sort of stink at it. I do try, because I know it's great when it works, but I usually fail and have to be bailed out by a beta. I got several compliments on a filthy line in a recent fic and it was actually raitala's doing, LOL.

I even feel awkward READING dirty talk, often, because I'm not always sure how I feel about people calling each other slut and so on, and I'm not fond of porny descriptions of dripping holes. So I basically need a Dirty Talk primer. Can you help? Thank you!

Comments

[nicevenn.livejournal.com]

I tend to prefer dirty talk that gives instruction (Yeah, suck it) or makes a threat/promise (I'm gonna fuck you so hard you'll feel me for days). The only time I like dirty talk that's meant to humiliate is in non-con, in which case it can be really hot.

Also, and especially in the case of shaming and dub/non-con, I think it's more about what happens between the lines of dialogue, like sensory details, than what is actually being said. So, for example, we'd be told that Harry is painfully aware of how his naked thighs are spread for Draco's pleasure, and he can't hide how aroused he is. Draco would then brush Harry's cock with the back of his gloved fingers and lean in, touching his lips to his ear, and whisper, "Slut."

[birdsofshore]

*squirm* I like your example very much :) In fact, I think I need some MORE of your example, just to be really sure I've understood what you meant ;-))

Threats and promises are the best! That's a really good thing to remember.

[nicevenn.livejournal.com]

*blushes*

Don't encourage me. I was already tempted to turn it into a drabble or ficlet, LOL.

[birdsofshore]

DOOO EEEEEEET. :DDD It's awesome. The gloves *whimper*

[nicevenn.livejournal.com]

Okay, then. :)

[lq-traintracks.livejournal.com]

So, for example, we'd be told that Harry is painfully aware of how his naked thighs are spread for Draco's pleasure, and he can't hide how aroused he is. Draco would then brush Harry's cock with the back of his gloved fingers and lean in, touching his lips to his ear, and whisper, "Slut."

I'm not sure I understand completely. Go on?

[birdsofshore]

LOLOL

This tactic worked on you, the other week, yes?

[lq-traintracks.livejournal.com]

Yes, and I'm a fast learner in that regard. ;-)

[nicevenn.livejournal.com]

Very well. I will attempt to elaborate after dinner.

[birdsofshore]

WOW, YOU REALLY NEEDED YOUR ARM TWISTING THERE
*snort*

[nicevenn.livejournal.com]

I just can't resist these boys, you know?

[lq-traintracks.livejournal.com]

\o/

[nicevenn.livejournal.com]

Filthy