I feel like there are always stories that people will skip by or don't read because they aren't their cup of tea but we don't exclude them for that reason alone. Whereas, Nfic has been left out or excluded for not being "family friendly". Many stories that contain NC17 scenes are full and realised stories and in many cases can be of epic length. For the most part there are many that are not just smut for smut's sake. I dislike having to water down anything I write simply to be included.
If someone doesn't want to read it or won't vote for it simply because it contains a consensual sex scene between two loving adults then I am fine with that. Just as I will skip stories at times because the concept doesn't appeal or it's a type of story I don't care for or a style I am not a fan of etc. Personal preference is fine but it shouldn't be a barrier to being eligible.
