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

[arenee1999]

For me, it really depends on the story and the dynamics of the characters within the story. I LOVE dirty talk when the sex is hot and heavy, but if it's sweet and tender dirty talk just seems out of place.

Some characters just seem like the type that would like it. I like Draco having a filthy mouth in any pairing. In Hermione/anyone, I like Hermione's partner having a dirty mouth.

I don't really care for degradation talk except when it's used between loving partners because one or both of them are turned on by it. It that instance I love it. :)

[birdsofshore]

I agree, Draco with a dirty mouth is THE BUSINESS.

I said I didn't like degradation talk, but I keep thinking of examples where I *do* like it. I think it's just a bit hit and miss for me. I like picking it apart and working out what works where...