Drunk Writing Advice: 10 Words to use Instead of “Lover”
If the word “lover” doesn’t make you feel yucky, then you’re a weird dude. Don’t use “lover” in your manuscript—instead use one (or hell, all) of the following:
Casual partner
Fuck buddy
Bed companion
Uhm, my… “friend”
Partner in the wanton arts
Boo (beau if French)
Acquaintance with benefits
Five-night stand
Special friend
My bitch (gender neutral)
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Jo Ramsay
is a Canadian-born, London-based editor and travel copywriter. She’s worked in publishing for four years and continues to pursue opportunities in Canada and abroad. She’s worked at two publishing houses (Arsenal Pulp Press and Greystone Books) and was the blog and opinions editor at The Ubyssey newspaper. She’s lived in Canada, the UK, and Japan.