All Comments on 'A Picture's Worth'

I love a bit of plot with my smut. Great story, I love how you used the metaphor of the camera and wound it through the story. I enjoyed Mason's attitude, although he could get… testing if he keeps it up forever, and completely empathised with Joe's invisibiliity and desire to be seen. I understand how reluctant he was to make waves when he was trying to be seen, not wanting to lose his chance. This was excellent and I applaud you. Thank you for posting.

Very nicely done. I really enjoyed reading it.

Awesome story - convincing characters and steamy sex - please post more soon!

you deserve that 'E'. excellent.

Kudos! and yes, more please.

Loved the story. Characters seemed absolutely real. I loved all the feelings and emotions. I enjoyed the sex scene but was enthralled with the story even if it hadn't contained the sex. Great job....

Now this is the way to write gay erotic fiction...take note all and watch this one...this is pure talent!

Rowan, you've got a great style and an eye for detail. 'A Picture's Worth' was a steamy and sultry read, and I enjoyed it very much. I love the interplay between Joe and Mason: it's hilariously uncomfortable at first and warms just the way I like at the end of the tale. I was very easily absorbed into in the story; it's a very well executed work that's tight and precise. 'A Picture Worth' was exactly what I was looking for after a hard day's work. Looking forward to seeing more of your works, Rowan. Thanks again!

As a straight female and a huge literotica fan, I just have to say... that was absolutely one of the best stories I've read on this site in months... possibly even years!

FUCK YEAH. I loved it!

This story was great! You managed to develop the main characters well in such a short space and left the reader wanting more. I hope you write a sequel, but with out it is just as good.

yep, your website will surely see more traffic.

great story

holy shit amazing

I'm a hetero guy who writes amateur hetero erotica. I was prompted to read your story by the E rating. I wanted to know how good a story has to be to gain this accolade. The answer is this good! Your story is superb. Your writing style is excellent, the pace is tight and the dramatic tension held me to the end. Your subtle attention to detail is great too. By the end of your piece I felt I really knew something of these guys. This is one of the best pieces I have ever read here. Very well done!

That is one of the best crafted works of literature I have read on this site!

Good Job and Great Story!!

Thank you!

I don't have adequate vocabulary to expand on all the good things folks have already said, so I won't try. I'm a straight female & avid Lit reader. I try to read from several different categories & found that your story outshines most of what I've read here in ANY category. Keep up the great work & keep posting here!! (Is there a fan club yet?!?)

I write on this site also and was directed to your story by adetaildiva. She's my volunteer editor and the person who commented directly before me. She was correct in all her praise of your writing. I echo her. She lied to me though. She said your writing wasn't as good as mine. In retrospect, she probably was trying to encourage me because your writing is far superior to anything I've done. You got inside your characters like few authors I've read anywhere. Those characters revealed themselves to us as though you, the author, didn't even exist. What do they say to us? Show, don't tell. Well, your writing is the epitome of "show." Congratulations on a superbly crafted story.

Fucking Amazing!

I read the first page of comments. Everybody gave it a 100% rating and I can only echo those sentements.

There is a mystique about Mason Ripley that made me want to keep reading and boy, I'm glad I did! This stoy reminds us, I think, of the importance of inner beauty as we watch Mason stuggle to bring that inner beauty out of Joe.

Your attention to deatail is unlike anything I've ever seen here on lit. The interplay between the two guys made me feel like I was there with them. I hope you write more soon. Great story!

I was beginning to think all the talented writers of gay love stories had either moved on from Lit or run out of new ideas. This was the best story I've read on here in months. I felt so moved by your charactors, you write so well it was like reading an entire novel even though it was only just a few pages.

Absolutely wonderful stuff, I hope there will be a sequel.

Thank you for sharing your gift with us :)

Beautiful story... hot, exciting and touching.

Thank you!

straight fm here, but god...

Loved everything about this storyline. U have a way of making the reader feel for your character. Beautifully done. Please keep writing!

Intense, passionate, artistic.. so many wonderful qualities!!

omg...i dont know but i do know that is one of the best stories i have ever read. it had everything...soul searcing, love, fustration, confusion, and just pure beauty. EXCELLENT story!!!

This is by far one of the best stories I've read on Literotica. It's so true to life. I loved its heartfelt intensity and the characters were so human. A touching sincere story. Amazing.

A great story, would like to have read on, but it was a good ending. I liked it all, it had character which most stories lack. Arousing, and amusing. Nicely written.

WOW Rowan, love this! will there be more??

Catt

So many of the stories on here are just wham, bam, thank you ma'am (well, sir in this case) but this one pleasantly surprised me. No, more then that - I genuinely like this story. Not because the content but because of the characters and how you truly flesh out their personas and reel in the reader with their emotions. I look forwards to reading more of your work if the rest is anything like this one.

Great characters, flowing narrative, real, believable conversation and a great, big, cheeky, happy ending that put a smile on my face even at 3 in the morning. There's a striking simplicity to this story that just carries it along. I loved the effective mood change in the cab when Morgan said that he wasn't looking at Joe because if he did they'd be fucking in the back of the car. It was like someone flicked a switch and the current increased tenfold. Excellent stuff!

Wow. .1st thought that popped in my head while reading your story. Great storyline, surreal characters, catchy dialogue...loved it. Would love 2 read more of your stuff...

Wonderful. A picture may be a thousand words but yours captured human emotion superbly. This story was very well done. Thanks for sharing.

This was beautifully written, the characters were expertly drawn and the ending was just perfect.

Nice & sweet, intelligent & real. If I have a complaint is that I wanted it to go on.

I cant believe I missed ur story...Just found out about it...and yup as everyone said, its believable, real, sweet...all that rolled up in one... and like some of the others, id like to see where it could go if u decided to continue...

I've only read a few stories from the Gay category but have been a Lit fan and AVID reader for many years. This is definitely one of my all time favorites, without question. I only VERY recently began to wonder what it would be like to be with another man. I've been married almost 21 years and have never had sex with another man. That may very well change tonight as I have a scheduled meet up with a guy for the first time. I am going to share this story with him. What I wouldn't give to have such a passionate encounter with someone as you've described with your story. I'm truly touched, moved and inspired. You are a truly gifted author. I hope Hope HOPE you'll write a sequel. I'm going to be watching to see what else you do.

This was beautifully written and lived up to everything a good concept demands. I loved it.

omg. mark drives me crazy too. wish i know some1 like him... god, he turns me on

Damn, only trite phrases of appreciation seem to be coming to me. Mason would know exactly what to say. Suffice to say this story won't fade from mind.

What a brilliant story! I hope for more from you.

It takes a lot of talent to make characters come to life as easily as you did. They are so confusing and lovable and REAL. This is an incredible story and I really hope you continue!

What a great story, i didn't want to stop.... really one of the best i have ever read.

man.. ur story is great! i want to read more of this!

That is a good story. Very realistic!! Thanks for sharing

I've been reading on this site for a while now, and I have to say that the best stories so far I've read have been in the Gay section. I don't know why but its ture. Maybe because I don't always have to read a story and find just an erotic scene. That is not a story, its a scene. I've seen some authors who spend pages and pages, chapters up on chapters trying to express what you did in only three pages. Don't get me wrong, if its a good story I'll read every page, every chapter, and follow the author to thier deaths, or mine. But what those authors fail to do is what you did. Create a great story arch with great characters, proper grammer and word usage/spelling and had a decent amount of writing talent. Great job. Keep up the good work!

I so totally agree with hopkinscm! Loved the story and hope there is more to come.

This has been one of the best stories I have read in a long time on this site. You really captured many things in the human condition. I loved it, plan and simple.

Okay, so I am not going to write a thousand words.

Keep up the awesome work!

It's one of my favorites on the site. So well written. So sexy. So different. Bravo!

That was great! Sure brought a smile to my face :)

Excellent writing. Drew me in more than most are able to. Thank you.

Every photographer needs to read this so he can see what he needs to be to become great in his profession.

Your writing made me feel the emotions of both Joe and Mason, as well as a look into their souls. I think you are Mason, as a writer who looks so deeply into himself and his characters that he draws out every possible aspect of their personalities just like Mason did with his photographic subjects.

I had read this story before, a long time ago, and enjoyed it even more with this second reading.

Jake..Savannah, Georgia....extreme502002@yahoo.com

I just do. Love the dynamic between them. Wish you would revisit.

You are a brilliant writer. Hope to see more of your work soon!

Do you currently have any additional pieces, if so how can I find them?

wow great story i absolutely loved this...........

I want a story from Mason's POV. We saw Joe laid bare but it's only fair to see Mason squirm too. Please?

Simply amazing. One of the best stories on here. In fact, this is one of the best short stories I have ever read. Please, I'd love for you to start writing again - you have amazing talent!

What a brilliant story,your characters are so real,I was almost in tears when Mason was telling Joe goodbye.Just fantastic.

Definitely write more. It was so good!

Fucking excellent. Simple :)

This author has a talent for bringing out the best in his characters, and leaves the reading with so much great advice to live by. I hope we meet some day - I would enjoy learning so much more from his wisdom.

I admire his ability to turn such a fine script into a Romance between two human beings in such a way it didn't make any difference if they were two males or not. Guys can have feelings and connections that don't have to depend on a female.

Read it; I think you will agree ... IF you can appreciate what real feelings can be.

I really don't. I'm sort of speechless. That was an excellent story. I loved it. One of the best, definitely!!!

Everything I need in a happily ever after was in this love story. Your characters have real insecurities, flawed personalities, passion in and out of the bedroom, and you manage to get the reader to feel invested in their lives. 5+ stars

The conflict made it interesting and kept my attention. Like real life.

I Would Love For Someone To See ME .

That was wonderful.

I absolutely love this story. I cannot wait to read more of your stories.

Oh.

My.

HOLY OIJWAE;OAJ

You left me breathless and slack jawed through out this ENTIRE story. Dude. I can't even. This story.. I... It's.. I'm speechless.

I don't think I have laughed quite this hard in such a long time. I mean, I thought it was sweet and romantic, and I loved the ending, but their attitudes were incredible to read about. You've created some incredible people in this story. You have talent, and if you ever wrote and published a novel and let us know about it, I would have it as soon as I could get my hands on it.

So I checked your member page, and you have a website. I stand by my earlier comment, I will probably be looking for your books and buying them when I have a new job, and money.

i felt every emotion they felt like i was there with them,its been a while since i felt that. WELL DONE

I'm so skeptical when I open up stories by authors I don't know here. It's so hit or miss on so many levels.

This was a hit, straight out. I loved it. Absolutely loved it.

sexy

I really liked the story. It was emotional and interesting. I guess it kinda left me looking for more like the character at the end of the story. I wanted more of their story. It felt like it should have been a first chapter to a longer story. Overall, good job. Wish you'd continue it.

Absolutely. Loved this story,love truly an awesome. Force.

Excruciating. Exciting. Beautiful. I felt each emotion of Mason and Joe's. It's too bad you only wrote the one story because you have a lot of talent.

You've done a great job of playing disparate personalities off one another. Best of all, neither is as transparent as some writers would make them. You made me care.

It is a shame you don't have anymore stories as you write beautifully. It pulls you in, hooks you and the way you portrayed them both was awe inspiring A beautiful and lovely story

fantastic well done it was not sappy and gooey and filled with overdone portrayals of the feelings of mason and joe it was real it was honest i loved it...wishing you well

not soppy and really excellent. i love the play of emotion and i feel a little sorry for Joe. poor babe seems so confused most of the time

for some reason this really struck my heart

Please write more. You're too good to write just one story and never come back.

Write one story and up and leave us! Love ur writing style...ur probably a big time author and have no time for the likes of us...I've read this story like a million times and its good every time...

I too wanted more... so I googled the name and found the website with more stories...

http://www.rowanmcbride.com/home.html

I've been singing the bond theme in my head for days for no apparent reason, but having just reread your story I can't help thinking it could be Joe's theme tune :)

It has been left so open, would love to read more

Having read this story twice, the emotions are unbelievable. I have gone from angry to 'how dare he', to thank god!! I loved this story!!

Cant remember how many times I've read this story now. But I know I want more! If you're still writing, please consider a follow on... or more than one :)

I tip my hat to your obvious talent. Enough said.

Mason is still an ass, but perfect for Joseph. Lol

If its not your own story then u have talent, may more than talent, u r gifted. You should write more.

Best writing, story, characters, everything I've read on this site. Hands down! I knew from the minute Mason opened his mouth that you had gold. Pure gold. Seriously, thank you! This will be in my favorites and you will be a favorite author.

P.S. I literally wondered if Mason Ripley was a real photographer!

P.S.S. If it is at all possible. Can you print off a copy and sign it so I can keep it in my collection and library. I'm serious.

I normally do not go for large overly muscled people but in your story it brings out feelings and self image. It brings out emotions and self discovery. I felt the journey of both people and appreciate how you do not overly analyze the whole thing. Loved it and think you should continue writing. Best O-Luck.

EarthStallion.

I know exactly how Joe feels, because I am invisible. I love this story, and I love the fact that he found someone that makes him visible. Still looking for mine. Please keep writing.

Totally enraptured by your story; hope you will continue writing really soon. You have made me a fan and this is my first comment ever to anything I have ever read, and it has been a lot.

An excellent story, thanks for sharing your skill with me/us really,

Hope that you write again, thank you

This is the best story I've read in this website so far, your work is brilliant. Please continue to amaze me.

I have no words to say how much I loved your story - none are enough or express what I feel. This is one of the best stories I've read here at Literotica. To say it was exciting and kept me on the edge of my seat, pales, next to what was going on in my heart and pulse while I was reading it.

The characters are tremendous - Like Joe I fell for Mason, and long to meet the guy that really looks at me. Their first meeting felt like a vulcano, simmering and ready to erupt. They were sizzling hot together. OMG, I know I'll re-read this over and over. I'm devastated it's finished. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR WRITING THIS GLORIOUS STORY! IT GAVE ME SUCH PLEASURE !! You're an awesome writer !! :))

It's heartwarming and beautiful keep writing

That was one of the best I've read here. Will be looking for more from you. So an author can captivate the reader with only one sex scene in the whole story. I absolutely loved it. Very good work.

That was a most exceptional story and I demand a continuation.

it was awesome. WOW!!!

mason was making joe crazy all the time to test him.

it was sweet and was worth it.

please, post a chapter-2.

please,continue this story.

This is beautiful. Thank you.

seriously this is one of the best romantic stories i've read in here...you really showed that a love story can be written without extra sexual tension or sex scenes...please, please, please write more chapters...i want their HAPPY EVER AFTER...