Romance Tropes Explained: What they Are and How Writers Can Use Them Well
I’ve noticed a trend lately among book influencers who are complaining about tropes. Maybe I’m overly sensitive here, but I always take this as code to complain about romance (romances […]
Your 2026 Romance Writing Plan
I love planning. I struggle a bit with execution, but without planning, I wouldn’t get anything done. A plan helps me solidify my goals, narrow my focus, and know what […]
How Romance Authors Can Use Real Life or Literary Classics as Inspiration
I started reading Chasing Evil by retired FBI Agent Bob Hilland and psychic medium John Edward. Almost immediately I thought, “Ooh…an FBI agent and psychic would make great characters in […]
How to Get Writing Done During the Busy Holiday Season
The holidays are magical, chaotic, emotional, and busy time. For many authors, it’s a time when writing takes a backseat with the idea of getting back to it in January. […]
Finding and Developing Your Writing Voice and Style
Table of Contents I’ve been working on a new romance series that is darker and in a different sub-category than what I normally write for myself. Because I write mafia […]
Beyond the Book: All the Ways Romance Authors Can Share Their Stories
When I was at Wal-Mart in the book section, I came across two romance books designed as holiday advent calendars. As someone who is always intrigued in the ways authors […]
Lights, Camera, Romance: Creative Ways Authors Can Use Video to Market Their Books
In a recent Bottom Line newsletter from Jane Friedman, she shared a discussion she had with Cindy Gunderson, a audiobook narrator and author of over 40 books. The topic of […]
7 Types of Tools Every Romance Writer Needs
Writing, publishing, and marketing romance fiction has many moving parts, and many of those parts have tools and resources that can help you get the job done. Here are types […]
How to Create and Deliver a Reader Magnet That Romance Readers Can’t Resist
Over the last couple of Zoom calls we’ve had, the question of reader magnets has come up. I’m a huge proponent of email list building for which reader magnets play […]
How to Find (and Work With) the Right Editor for Your Romance Novel
All authors need editors. Even the bestselling ones. No matter how many times you revise or how deeply you know your story, it’s almost impossible to see every flaw, gap, […]