Writing Better Prompts

The quality of your prompt directly affects the quality of your story. A vague prompt produces generic output; a detailed prompt produces compelling, personalized fiction. Here's how to write prompts that get results.

The Anatomy of a Great Prompt

Every effective prompt addresses four key elements:

1. Characters

Don't just say "a man and a woman." Give your characters life:

• Names - Even simple names make characters feel real
• Physical details - Height, build, hair, eyes, distinguishing features
• Personality - Confident, shy, playful, intense, mysterious
• Relationship - Strangers, coworkers, exes, friends, rivals

2. Setting

Where and when matters. Setting creates atmosphere:

• Location - Be specific (not "a hotel" but "a boutique hotel in Barcelona")
• Time - Time of day affects mood (late night differs from golden afternoon)
• Atmosphere - Rainy, candlelit, crowded, private, luxurious

3. Scenario

What brings your characters together? What's at stake?

• The setup - How do they meet or reconnect?
• The tension - What's drawing them together or holding them back?
• The catalyst - What tips them over the edge?

4. Style Requests

Tell the AI how you want the story written:

• Pacing - Slow burn or immediate intensity
• Dialogue - "Include realistic dialogue" or "focus on internal thoughts"
• Detail level - "Describe physical sensations in detail"
• Tone - Romantic, raw, playful, intense, emotional

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Being Too Vague

Weak: "Write a sexy story about two people."

Better: "Write an erotic story about two strangers who lock eyes across a crowded jazz club. She's celebrating a promotion; he's nursing a broken heart. Their connection is instant and undeniable."

Overloading with Instructions

While detail is good, too many competing requirements can confuse the output. Focus on what matters most to you and let the AI fill in the rest.

Forgetting About Consent

Our model writes best when scenarios involve enthusiastic, mutual desire. Framing your scenarios around mutual attraction and consent tends to produce better, more engaging stories.

Pro Tips

Use the Templates

Our template library provides proven prompt structures. Use them as starting points and customize with your own details.

Iterate with Continue

Don't try to describe your entire story in one prompt. Start with a setup, then use Continue with specific directions:

• "Now have them move to the balcony"
• "Include more dialogue in this part"
• "Slow down and focus on the buildup"

Use Redo for Variations

If you like your prompt but not the specific output, use Redo to generate a different version. The AI will approach the same scenario differently each time.

Match Length to Content

Short works well for single scenes with a clear focus. Long is better for stories with buildup, multiple scenes, or emotional development.