An Interview with Madeline Dusk
Madeline is a best selling Erotic Author, specializing in Futa themes storeis. She describes herslef as… ‘just a girl, dreaming of a girl, hoping she can love me like a boy. My darkest, sweetest dreams, I put on paper for others to enjoy.’
She of course fits right in with us.
When did you start writing erotic books, and what was your inspiration for it?
I wrote my first erotic short back in 2015 under a different pen name. I’d reached a point in my life where I had some extra time and, honestly, I needed some extra income. I’d always enjoyed writing and decided I’d give it a go. It didn’t go well. I had no idea what I was doing and my stories were all over the place. I’d just pick a topic that interested me and see what happened. A few books got a positive response, but I never developed a readership, as the next story was often wildly different. After a year, I was about to give up when I stumbled onto the futa subgenre and decided to give it one more try. Something clicked. I enjoyed writing the stories and people liked them.
How would you describe the niche and themes of your work? Futa themes seem to feature prominently?
I write almost exclusively short(ish)-form futa erotica that is focused on interactions between futas and women. Men have a very minimal role. In my stories, futas are women first and foremost, but with male genitalia that emerges when they are aroused. I’ve never been comfortable with the transgender tag. My futas are entirely fantasy. They are not intended to reflect anyone’s real-life experience.
Most of my work definitely leans toward erotica rather than erotic romance. While many could fall into the latter category, not every story has a traditional happy ending. Some barely feature anything that could be described as romance.
One thing I love about futa erotica is just how versatile it is. Because the characters have both male and female aspects, you can write almost any type of story you want and have it fit comfortably within the niche. Much of my early work focused on taboo themes and fertility. More recently, I’ve been expanding my repertoire, bringing in ideas from very different genres, while keeping the core futa identity of my work.
What are your favourite stories to write?
My most popular books are those based around fertility and pregnancy. The older, more taboo material still receives a lot of love. But my personal favorites are my darker and more out-there books. I’ve written a whole series based around magic and witchcraft, several of which lean heavily into horror themes. They’re rather divisive. Some readers love them, others hate them. But they are fun to write and act as the writing version of a palate cleanser.
What is your favorite book that you have written?
There are so many, it’s hard to pick a favorite. My books have also grown much longer and more complicated over the years. In addition to the witch series, the ones I remember most fondly are the ones that are different. Last year, I wrote ‘Her Fatal Futa Attraction’, a story about a true-crime enthusiast (who happens to be a futa) being stalked by a serial killer. Not my usual fare. Keeping track of all the details needed to make it a satisfying thriller/murder mystery while still incorporating all the elements that made it futa erotica was an interesting and fun challenge. Looking further back, there was ‘Fertile for her Futa Groupie’, where a guitarist in a punk band has to put her life back together when she’s knocked up back stage by a groupie with a startling secret. That one delved further into the consequences of impulsive behavior than most.
How do you keep your ideas and stories fresh?
This can be a real challenge. I’ve lost count of how many stories I’ve written in the last 8 years, but it’s well north of 100. There have been times I’ve caught myself re-using plots from years ago without realizing it. Whenever I worry things are getting stale, I challenge myself to incorporate plots from a new genre. I’ve borrowed liberally from horror, spy thrillers, romantic comedies, hallmark holiday movies, science fiction, film noir, and others I’ve no-doubt forgotten. A simple trick is to write a one-line summary of the core premise behind a book or a film, preferably one with minimal erotic elements, and ask how can I make this work in my genre.
Do you have a writing routine?
These days, I have to fit writing around the rest of my life as best I can. Most often, I try to squeeze a couple hours of writing into each weekday afternoon. Editing is an early morning or late evening endeavor.
What’s the secret to a strong title and great cover art?
I wish I knew. I’m terrible at titles (to the point that it’s a signature style). But in erotica, you need to be very upfront. The art, title and subtitle should give a potential reader a pretty good idea of what they’ll be getting. I design all my own covers. Back when I started, I was using images I could license from free sites. A good rule of thumb in those days was not to show the model’s face as they might not want to be associated with taboo material. I looked for images that spoke to the content of the story, not necessarily the sexiest pictures I could find. Those restrictions led to my two-panel style for covers. I’ve kept the habit as distinctive is a decent substitute for good when it comes to attracting eyeballs.
Do you enjoy hearing from readers?
Yes… when they’re saying something nice! It can be very helpful too. I don’t take commissions, but several of my stories have been inspired by a reader’s suggestion.
How much of your work is based on personal experience versus fantasy?
There’s some of me in there. Some stuff is inspired by things I’ve heard from other people. A lot is pure fantasy. That’s one of the best things about erotica. Sex can work the way you wish it did, without all those messy, inconvenient truths.
What mistakes have you made in your career that others could avoid?
In my first attempt at writing erotica, I jumped around too much between genres. That’s what pen names are for. Readers of erotica often want something from a story that is particular to them. To build up a readership, they need to know you can consistently deliver.
On the other hand, you shouldn’t just write only what you think your audience wants. There has to be some of you in there, too. If you aren’t interested in what you’re saying, nobody else will be.
What’s the best thing about writing erotica for you?
It gives me the incentive to unleash and indulge my creative side. The months it covers my mortgage are very nice too.
What advice would you offer a writer who wants to embark on a successful erotica career?
Any advice I give may be badly out of date. When I started, many niches were underserved. It was much easier to get noticed. Now there’s a lot more competition. You have to offer something compelling to stand out.
Erotica is not a get rich quick scheme. Very few people make it big with just a handful of books. If your goal is to make money, you should be prepared to put in the hours, week in and week out. It can be very rewarding if you enjoy the writing process. If you don’t, it will grind you down fast. You’ll also need a thick skin. No matter what you write, someone will hate it. When you’ve poured your heart into a story, that dismissive one-star review hurts.
Oh, and if you plan to write stories in a shared universe, know that any offhand decision you make today may hound you 8 years later. Plan ahead!
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I live for all things feminine—stockings, heels, scarlet nails, and above all, the intoxicating touch of another woman. A translesbian muse and unapologetic hedonist, I share my most divine and wicked misadventures in words and now as a podcaster too. All gurls welcome. You are gorgeous. Just like me. xxx
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