Hello Diana and all, obviously this is not about sex but about his inability to be touched in any form of human contact, and even what is HIS. Diana, u did the right thing by running from the "agent" asking for up front money! Many writers here have used memoir to tell sensitive stories, using real names as well. I've recently been revealed by/to long-lost relatives who came out of the woodwork, much as I dreaded. I regretted not using a pseudonym. However, I then remembered why I did NOT use a fake name: I wrote about childhood sexual abuse and domestic violence. I did not want others who have suffered the same to think that they had to hide in shame. I don't want to hide from my own self; I wanted to OWN my story and my past; I want to be proud of how I handled my present. Consider that, Diana: it sounds like a sexless marriage is not something to be ashamed of but something to be shared and understood so that others know they are not alone. I'm not a fan of publishing journals par se, (I've seen poor results with no plot structure or character development) but rather I prefer developing journals into fiction stories, or memoirs which tell a story as long as the elements of creative writing are followed. If you have a head for fiction, go for it. My story worked as a "true survivor" but I bet yours would work very, very well as fiction, if you see fit. That is for you to decide as you write, write, write. I tried to turn my book into fiction while I was writing, but my authentic heart & writing soul would not let me at that time. Now, I think I would know how. Then, I did not. As a writer, you have all these creative choices! Oh, as for the need for stories re: sexless marriages, yes, there is a need, considering all the on-line support groups and talk shows regarding the topic. Much luck, Lynn