"The meeting ran over," Julian started, the lie tasting like copper on his tongue. "Traffic was a nightmare on I-95."

It's okay to stop reading if a story makes you uncomfortable. Fiction is a great way to explore fantasies in a safe environment.

Victorian, Edwardian, or even Wild West settings are fertile ground for FM spanking fiction. In these stories, the female protagonist often holds a position of power (a Governess, a Lady of the Manor, or a Madam). The "top" historical stories invest heavily in period-appropriate language, clothing, and implements (hairbrushes, straps, or tawses).

Some people enjoy reading stories that explore themes of discipline, punishment, and pleasure in a consensual and safe context. These stories can be a way for readers to explore their fantasies and desires in a fictional setting.

These stories appeal to readers for several reasons: