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

[icmezzo.livejournal.com]

Ah, yes. Dirty talk. I struggle with it as well, and, upon attempting, usually end up making fun of it instead (see Very Important Meeting). I would say, though, that if I wanted to learn how to do it effectively, I might (re)read a few stories with that particular aspect in mind. I'd likely start with "Sex, Lies, and Veritaserum" and "IDK, my BFF Hermione." I'm partial to her fic, of course, but I can't imagine either of those would serve you wrong...

[birdsofshore]

You're the second person to rec IDK my BFF, and it doesn't surprise me at all! I like the subversion of humorous dirty talk in your fic <3