Improve my erotica ghostwriting gig?

[amainiriss]

https://www.fiverr.com/share/bkyqL1

On Fiverr my main gig seems to have become writing erotica. I don’t mind because I love writing and it’s generally easy and even fun to write. However, I’m also looking for ways to improve my gig to get more orders. I admit that I don’t really know what people look for in erotica (I’m new to this.)

I have one example and two portfolio examples underneath the gig as well.

Any advice or opinions would be appreciated.

Thank you very much!!!

[lenasemenkova]

I have so many questions regarding erotica gigs in general.

Offering adult-oriented services is a breach of fiverr’s ToS. Writing erotica is clearly an adult-oriented service.

Yet, there is a certain amount of gigs for it that exists for years so I’m assuming, it’s okay when it’s written, not explicitly depicted in any visual way? Can someone who provides writing services enlighten me on the rules and exceptions when it comes to writing adult content?

What I can say almost for certain, though, is that Laura H. Rubin didn’t give you her permission to use her work to advertise your gigs. I’m a fan on hers (rather, I’m a fan of Ruben Ireland she herself seems to be heavily influenced by) but I enjoy her work as well. I’ve spent hefty amounts of money to decorate my house with some of her prints. And that’s not me even trying to profit from it commercially.

[amainiriss]

I have so many questions regarding erotica gigs in general.

Offering adult-oriented services is a breach of fiverr’s ToS. Writing erotica is clearly an adult-oriented service.

Yet, there is a certain amount of gigs for it that exists for years so I’m assuming, it’s okay when it’s written, not explicitly depicted in any visual way? Can someone who provides writing services enlighten me on the rules and exceptions when it comes to writing adult content?

What I can say almost for certain, though, is that Laura H. Rubin didn’t give you her permission to use her work to advertise your gigs. I’m a fan on hers (rather, I’m a fan of Ruben Ireland she herself seems to be heavily influenced by) but I enjoy her work as well. I’ve spent hefty amounts of money to decorate my house with some of her prints. And that’s not me even trying to profit from it commercially.

I’m sorry, are you referring to the image on the gig itself? I found it through a google search and didn’t realize I couldn’t use it. I can find a different image, though. Thank you for telling me.

[melanielm]

I’m sorry, are you referring to the image on the gig itself? I found it through a google search and didn’t realize I couldn’t use it. I can find a different image, though. Thank you for telling me.

Things you find on Google images belong to the artist or copyright holder. As a writer, you should definitely understand copyright.

You need to make your own images, get an artist or designer to make some for you, or purchase the rights to use stock photos or graphics.

[amainiriss]

Things you find on Google images belong to the artist or copyright holder. As a writer, you should definitely understand copyright.

You need to make your own images, get an artist or designer to make some for you, or purchase the rights to use stock photos or graphics.

It looks like I’m going to have to purchase the rights to use stock photos. Thank you for letting me know.

[cherboub]

True love is behaviour not imagination or fellings.

[tiakovolana]

True love is behaviour not imagination or fellings.

to each their own

@amainiriss this is a very minor niggle, but the lines you won’t cross, are those things that would get you arrested if one was to act them out today and where you live? so sex trafficking erotica for instance would be well into the red, but what about exhibitionism or sex in public? what’s your stance on vor or my little pony fan erotica?. here’s one; what if a buyer asked for a story about them and you?

it might be useful for potential buyers, and yourself, to have a comprehensive list of nope in an FAQ? it could save unnecessary drama, and also give you more leverage should you be in a position where you need to open a dispute

i think TOS is a little grey in this area, pun unintended, but i interpret it to mean no escorts and no pornography related services. erotica == porn. i’m just a humble lemur

[amainiriss]

https://www.fiverr.com/amainiriss/write-steamy-personalized-erotica-just-for-you?context_referrer=user_page&ref_ctx_id=0cb68862-3a1e-4864-a730-de93e9db6714&pckg_id=1&pos=1&seller_online=true

For a long time, this gig was BOOMING - I was getting orders left and right. But recently it’s slowed down, which disappoints me, because it was my prime source of income on here. If anyone could look it over and offer suggestions, I’d be very grateful.

Thank you!

[roo3story]

You’ve been here since February? 2020? And it’s ‘slowed down’? That seems odd.

roo

[english_voice]

I just want to say that for me this is a great example of a Fiverr gig.

You’re offering something a little different to the usual blog writing, Photoshop editing, logo design type gigs that are suffocating Fiverr nowadays - simply because so many people are offering these services, in many cases at rock bottom prices.

Your gig deserves to succeed!

[amainiriss]

I just want to say that for me this is a great example of a Fiverr gig.

You’re offering something a little different to the usual blog writing, Photoshop editing, logo design type gigs that are suffocating Fiverr nowadays - simply because so many people are offering these services, in many cases at rock bottom prices.

Your gig deserves to succeed!

Wow, thank you so much. Although I admit the main reason I’m not doing blog writing or photoshop editing is because I have no skill in those areas, haha. Well, that and the fact that I love to write.

[vivify]

Writing ‘erotica’ may be a violation of ToS. Frustratingly the wording in Fiverr’s ToS is not numbered to be able to easily navigate to the appropriate sections, but if you head over to the ToS under ‘Violations’ then ‘Non-Permitted Usage’, it states:
“Adult Services & Pornography - Fiverr does not allow any exchange of adult oriented or pornographic materials and services.”

How would you class what you write? Could it be interpreted as ‘adult-oriented’ materials? I don’t know if this would cause a slow-down in sales, just something to consider.

That said, I do wish you well; I also think your gig is a refreshing change!

[amainiriss]

https://www.fiverr.com/amainiriss/write-steamy-personalized-erotica-just-for-you?context_referrer=user_page&ref_ctx_id=43d0f0a4-55a5-4758-b3da-c3c48bbdf866&pckg_id=1&pos=1&seller_online=true

Just wondering if anyone has an opinion on my erotica gig? It used to be my best seller, but recently my fantasy ghostwriting has taken off more. However, erotica is easier to write and a more lucrative business. Just wondering if anyone had any opinions/advice because I haven’t had nearly as many orders as I did before. Thank you!