Where does the term 'lemon' come from in fanfic?

Well, 'flash fiction' came about as a label for those extremely brief fictional works. It seems to have developed as a distinct category over time to accommodate the growing popularity of short, concise storytelling.

Well, 'pulp fiction' got its name because it was associated with those low-cost, pulp-paper-based magazines that featured popular and often sensational stories. These magazines were widely available and popular among a broad audience.

The word 'novel' comes from the latin word 'novelties' which means 'new things'. In medieval Europe, people began to use literature to record their stories and experiences. These works were called "novelties" because they were novel, unique, and unusual. As time went by, the word " novels " gradually evolved into the modern word " novel ", which was used to describe literary works that mainly expressed themselves through story plots, characters, and scenes.

The term 'science fiction' emerged in the early 19th century. It was coined to describe stories that incorporated scientific and technological elements in fictional settings.

Auto-fiction emerged as a literary concept in the late 20th century, influenced by a blend of autobiographical and fictional writing styles.

Pink skull was a term in the novel Dream of the Red Chamber that appeared in Jia Baoyu's dream to describe Lin Daiyu's appearance and temperament. This phrase had also become one of the famous allusions in Chinese literature.

It could come from various sources. Maybe it's based on fan speculation about the characters' backstories or potential future developments.

The term likely emerged as a way to identify fanfiction with sexual content. Maybe someone thought a lemon, with its zesty and a bit racy connotation, was a good symbol for such stories.

Well, 'lemon' in fanfiction typically implies adult or mature-themed scenes, often involving sexual situations. It's a way to categorize or warn readers about the nature of the content.

No. Fanfic is a form of creative expression by fans, and using such offensive terms like 'whore' makes it inappropriate. We should promote positive and inclusive language in all forms of creative works, whether it's official or fan - made.