Elizabeth Cage Talking Dirty

I'm in the Author Spotlight thanks to the wonderful Morgen Bailey.  If you want to hear me Talking Dirty on her blog, in which I share my views about the use of language and labels in erotica, you will find the full post here.  As always comments positively welcomed!

http://morgenbailey.wordpress.com/2012/10/20/author-spotlight-no-129-elizabeth-cage/

Salt baths and Japanese cherry blossom tea

Following on from a previous post, today’s Q and A is a bit more personal, but what makes us tick also informs what and how we write.

Q. How do you like to relax when you’re not working? 

A: My favourite way to relax? A long soak in a hot sea salt bath followed by Japanese cherry blossom green tea served in a white china cup.  Lovely!  Although I usually fall asleep in the bath.

Q. What makes you laugh when you watch TV? 

A: The Big Bang Theory. It’s brilliant on every level; the characters, the acting, the writing, the attention to detail.  I also love Miranda. Such fun!

Q. What makes you angry?                   

A: Bullies in any form, whether individuals or corporations - especially dangerous drivers.  When I’m angry I swear a lot.  Not very pretty but it stops me punching someone!

Mind your language

I've just written a guest post for the wonderful Erotica for All website on the subject of using sexual swear words in erotica.  An extract is below.  I'd love to know what other writers and readers think about this.


.....I’ve always been fascinated by language, the fact that some words are banned, or frowned upon, yet it is the context they are used in, surely, that can create disharmony?  And who decides which words are good or bad?  How do you define a swear word?  Words are powerful.  They change and evolve......  read full post by clicking on link below 


http://eroticaforall.co.uk/guest-blogs/guest-blog-elizabeth-cage-2/