Conventional industry-standard book classification systems do a
poor job of distinguishing mainstream erotica from taboo erotica.
This makes it difficult for retailers and readers to distinguish
one from the other. At Smashwords, we carry a wide variety of
legal erotica, including books that contain taboo themes.
In September 2017 we implemented new erotica classification
requirements for Smashwords authors and publishers.
The purpose of this effort is to provide retailers and
their customers greater transparency about a book’s
categorization. This erotica categorization policy was
announced in a Smashwords Blog post titled
Smashwords Implements New Classifications for Erotic Fiction
Below is a summary of “Taboo” themes and their definitions.
These definitions were developed in close consultation with our
largest retail partners to ensure uniform policy enforcement
across our distribution network.
Erotica titles which have been certified by their authors or
publishers as containing none of the themes listed below are
considered "mainstream erotica" and will be shown if readers
select the
"Include mainstream erotica"
option from the filter.
Books containing one or more of the themes listed below are
considered "taboo erotica," and these, along with older erotica
or erotic romance books which have not yet been certified, will
be filtered out of a reader’s Smashwords search results unless
the reader selects the
"Include all erotica"
option.
“Taboo” theme definitions
Age play -
One or more consenting adult characters role playing,
pretending to be babies or children.
Bestiality -
Sexual relations between humans and real-world animals (sex
with Big Foot, dinosaurs, shape shifters and other imaginary
creatures is not bestiality).
Dubious Consent (dubcon) -
A common and popular theme in mainstream fiction. Dubcon
explores the gray area between consent and non-consent. Not
clear if the receiver of the sexual act was fully on board
or not at the time of the act. Most major retailers carry
dubcon erotica.
Incest or pseudo-incest -
Sexual relations between family members, whether biologically
or non-biologically related. Includes stepbrother, stepsister
and step-anyone.
Nonconsensual sexual slavery -
Erotic depiction of a person captured or held against
their will, such as kidnapping, imprisonment or human
trafficking. Not to be confused with BDSM, which is predicated
upon informed consent and negotiation between both parties
before the act, and which provides safe words so either
partner can end the act if it goes too far. If the book
adheres to BDSM best practices, we instruct authors and
publishers to not classify it as nonconsensual sexual slavery.
Rape for titillation -
The dominant theme of this book is rape — whether the
rape is by one person or a character is raped by a group of
people, i.e. a gang rape or nonconsensual "gang bang" —
and it targets readers who are titillated by the fantasy of
nonconsensual sexual relations.
The above list is not all inclusive. There are many other
taboo themes that have never been allowed at Smashwords.
For a full summary of Smashwords erotica policies, please
review Section 9f of the
Smashwords Terms of Service.
"Amaranthine" is a poetry collection by Ami J. Sanghvi which details her six-year, young adult journey of love, hate, pain, anger, discovery, growth, and, survival. It is a compelling, poetic promise by the author to herself, her loved ones, and her readers that she will continue to write, fight, and persevere through every obstacle, hardship, and injustice life throws her way.
Price:
$4.00 USD.
Words: 29,500.
Language:
English.
Published: May 26, 2018.
Categories:
Fiction» Poetry» American poetry
this is a poetry book about love for the environment and about family and friendship and about the hardship and despair of living in poverty in human society.
Shining Darkly is all about imaginative, adventurous and loveable poetry. It is written by a teenager who could become an inspiration for many. It will make you feel the real smell of poetry.
Wanderer's Diary: Daydreams is a collection of emotions, friendship, and practical life.
The book includes sketches, short stories, an essay, and poems by Qumber Rizvi.
1. Just To Hold Your Hand (Sketch)
2. Imperfect US (Sketch)
3. The Best Buddies (Story)
4. Change In My City (Story)
5. Forgery (Poem)
6. I Was Blind, But Now I See (Poem)
7. Park (Poem)
8. Internet Is A Boon (Essay)
Price:
$3.99 USD.
Words: 2,710.
Language:
English.
Published: July 18, 2014.
Categories:
Fiction» Poetry» American poetry
an anthology which entails the manifestation of nature in its scripture. composing of quotes and poems that can be interpreted in many different ways, the context depends on the reader. consequently, the writings may cause memories to be revisited, feelings to be unveiled, and portraits to be illustrated.
A poetic biography of M.M. Renaissance. Film Maker, Stand Up Comedian, Actor, Film Producer, Record Producer, Restaurant Owner, Screen writer, Article Writer, Peak Performance Coach, Father, Author of several books, and he also has a music album. He's just all over the place, mentally, emotionally, physically and financially.
When Lorelei; the younger daughter of a rebel chieftain, encounters Pendarynn she has little idea that her illicit relationship with the older boy will threaten their current way of life.
A collection of works that the author has bled and accumulated over the years. Short stories, poems, dialogues and perhaps more make up this concoction of a book. Timothy himself truly bids you, the reader, to enjoy.
Price:
$1.99 USD.
Words: 2,850.
Language:
American English.
Published: April 30, 2013.
Categories:
Fiction» Poetry» American poetry
A poetry book consisting of ten poems expressing the feelings and attraction of young guys for each others. A complete Exlanation of love from the heart of author seams as happened practically.
Price:
$2.99 USD.
Words: 9,300.
Language:
English.
Published: June 30, 2012.
Categories:
Fiction» Poetry» American poetry
A collection of tales and poems about nature, metaphors, dreams, nightmares, mystical journeys, emotions, reflections on life, mythological adventures, supernatural, love, and joyous discoveries.
Shards is a collection of 45 poems. Most are Haiku, a Japanese form of poem consisting of three lines that contain 5, 7, and 5 syllables. The remaining poems do not follow this form.