I initially found this site after googling bdsm erotic. Since I've started writing it, I've been looking for publishers for this genre. Then I found the stories, and that was all she wrote, so to speak. ;-) I decided to join the forum to have some interaction with like-minded folks. This is one of the friendliest, most helpful, and non-cliquesh forums I've ever experienced. Everyone is so down to earth and real, which is rare in bdsm forums, in my experience.
Also, since my husband of 12 years is discovering his dominant side as I discover my submissive side (what a great coincidence!), it's proving to be a very helpful site as we explore our new life together.