Breaking into Romance Ghostwriting
A question I get asked a lot is how (and why) I became a ghostwriter and how it works. Many people, authors and non-authors alike, wonder why I would write […]
Surviving NaNoWriMo (Free Checklist and Planner)
When it comes to preparing for NaNoWriMo or WWH’s Writevember, much of October (or Preptober) is spent developing a book idea, fleshing it out with characters, settings, and a plot. […]
Unlocking Book Reviews: Pro Tips for Romance Writers
Your book is written and ready to publish. What do you do next? Most authors spend their pre-launch time seeking reviews. Why? Because research shows that reviews play a role […]
The Romance Writer’s Ultimate Guide to Preparing for NaNoWriMo
National Novel Writing Month is right around the corner! Find out to prepare for and survive the 50k writing challenge! Text version is below the video. You might […]
How to Write to Market in Romance
Learn the pros and cons of writing to market, plus the steps to research and write a romance to market. Text version is below the video. What is Writing to […]
AI as a Tool, Not a Threat: Author Concerns and What to Do About It
UPDATED NOVEMBER 2025 Some authors are excited. Other’s heads are exploding. Why? Find out common concerns and how you can adapt to an AI world. You can read this post […]
Writing Deep POV to Up the Swoon in Romance Novels
Romance novels are all about feels. Yes, other genres have feels, but in romance, we want the reader to experience the rollercoaster ride of love as if they’re actually there. […]
Finding and Working with Beta Readers: A Guide for Romance Authors
Beta readers are one of those recommendations other authors make, but often there is little information in how to find or work with a beta reader. While there is a […]
Writing a Romance Setting that Readers Don’t Skip
Elmore Leonard provided sage writing advice when he said, “Try to leave out the parts people skip.” You may believe that every word in your novel is important and no […]
Maximizing Your Romance Novel’s Reach through Word of Mouth
It’s no secret that book recommendations carry significantly more weight than other methods readers use to discover books. HubSpot reports that 75% of people don’t believe advertisements, yet 90% trust […]