Some stories catch your attention in more ways than one.

Maybe you were listening to your favorite erotic audiobook’s steamiest chapters. Maybe you were watching a movie and just had to hit replay on the scene when the hero finally confesses their attraction. Or maybe you found an audio on Quinn that just hit different.

Audio erotica is immersive, intimate, and growing in popularity every day. These narrated sex stories spark sound-based arousal — auralism — which inspires sexual pleasure of all shapes and sizes. And they might even motivate you to write your own.

Whether you’re already a Quinn creator or you’re just getting your start in ethical porn, audio stories are a great way to explore your fantasies and help other people explore theirs.

How to create narrated sex stories 

When it comes to audio sex stories, there’s no set formula for success. While there are general steps and principles to follow, the real magic stems from your personal touch and creativity. Your unique lens brings them to life and keeps listeners coming back for more. 

But it’s about more than just passion. Creating an erotic sex story requires a keen sense of narrative and human emotion, whether you’re writing a slow-burning BDSM scene or a spontaneous strangers-to-lovers encounter. 

If you’re ready to dive into the writing process, here are the factors you need to think about. They’re key to drafting a story that captures the imagination, arouses the senses, and ultimately takes the reader on a journey they’ll never forget. 

Topic

Before putting pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard), decide what your story is about. Is it a passionate threesome or a classic voyeur story? A kinky exploration of a particular fetish, a first time, or a roleplay scene? For an authentic experience, choose something that arouses you as the core of your narrative.

Protagonist 

Your main character is the star of the show, so create someone your audience will find interesting and relatable. You don’t need to write their life story. Just think about their personality traits, desires, and fears to help them feel like a real person listeners can connect to. Keep in mind that an audio might only be a few minutes long, so you’ll need to introduce and develop the main character faster than in more traditional forms of writing. 

Cataclysm

The cataclysm is the driving action that sets the stage for your narrative. This is when the main character meets the person (or people) they’ll engage sexually with, or it’s the thing that drives them to masturbate if it’s a solo adventure. The cataclysm adds much-needed tension to your story and intrigues your audience to find out what happens next. 

Decision

In the case of audio erotica, your protagonist probably decides to indulge in what they want from the cataclysm. Briefly explain why they’re making the choice they are. Are they taking a risk for fun, fulfilling a long-standing fantasy, or something else entirely? Explain their thought process to propel the story forward and help your audience empathize. 

Foreplay 

Now your story’s sizzling. Build up the anticipation, teasing, and emotional and physical connections — the critical aspects of your story’s sexual tension. From kissing to touching to removing clothing, the foreplay in your narrative makes the climactic scenes more satisfying. Think of this as foreplay for your audience, too, warming them up as things get hotter. 

Rising action 

The rising physical and emotional action is where your character (or characters) express and explore their desires. Deliver on the anticipation you’ve built up. This could be anything from edging to degradation. This part of your story should be explicit. You can’t show what’s happening visually, so you have to do it with words. 

Climax 

The moment everything has been leading up to, the climax is the peak of your narrative where the main character finishes (or doesn’t, if that’s part of the story). It’s a steamy culmination of the sexual tension and the narrative arc. End the emotional threads on a satisfying note, even if that’s just a “goodbye.” Be careful not to drag it on too long, because the listener might have finished, too.

5 tips to create narrated sex stories 

Creating audio erotica is more than just a mechanical process. It’s a creative journey. After all, what’s sexy to one person may not be sexy to another. 

These tips can guide you along the way and help you craft stories that both represent your unique voice and resonate with your audience.

1. Get inspired 

Immerse yourself in the world of erotic stories, audio and otherwise. Listen to audiobooks, read erotic literature, and explore what other writers are putting out there. There’s a good chance their creativity will spark your own. And at the very least, you’ll know what you don’t want to do. 

Engage with the narratives and ask yourself questions like “What makes you feel connected to the story?” and “What elements of this erotica are drawing me in or turning me on?” Take notes on what works and what doesn’t.

2. Pay attention to your audience 

It’s not just about creating content you love. It’s also about listening to other people in your niche and understanding what makes it great. Your audience can offer valuable insights into what they enjoy and are looking for in a narrative. If you post what you’ve written, listen to feedback, respond to comments, and let their preferences guide you as you create content.

3. Try different styles 

If you’re new to the world of audio porn, don’t hesitate to experiment. Try different styles, genres, and structures to determine what works best for you and your audience. You might find that you enjoy creating certain types of stories the best, whether that’s WLW content, dirty talk, or something entirely different.

4. Listen to the most popular audio stories

Improve your own erotic audio stories by listening to Quinn’s fan favorites. What makes these stories stand out? Is it the narrative, the character development, or the sensual descriptions? Consider what makes each one successful and incorporate these features into your erotic narratives.

5. Be authentic

At the end of the day, your listeners are tuning in to hear your unique voice. You don’t need to be a professional writer or voice actor to stand out from the crowd and sell porn. You just need to be open-minded and authentic. 

Don’t feel pressured to conform to a particular style. Your stories will resonate more deeply with your audience if they’re genuinely yours. 

Get creative on Quinn 

If you’re looking for an audio erotica hub to inspire your own stories, try Quinn — created by women, for the world. Home to an incredibly diverse range of not just creators but also erotic content, it’s a great place to look for inspiration and to post your work for others to listen to, whether they’re POV scenes or guided masturbation.

To access thousands of audio stories and guided sessions, download the Quinn app for iOS or Android.