Some readers will buy a book because it won an award. They don’t want to risk their time and money on a story that could disappoint. An award is often considered as social proof or as a … [Read more...]
Hero & Heroine Archetype: The Spunky Kid
The Spunky Kid’s got moxie. This girl has the good humor and resilience of heroines like Lois Lane and Mary Tyler Moore. She’s every woman, and readers can empathize with her. While The Spunky Kid may … [Read more...]
The Ages and Stages of a Romance Heroine
The romance genre is all about character. Is the heroine relatable? Does the reader care about the protagonist? A teen reader may not empathize with a heroine’s parenting struggles just as a mature … [Read more...]
Hero & Heroine Archetypes: The Bad Boy
The Bad Boy is a classic with his devil-may-care attitude, leather jacket (usually) and street smarts. He’s charismatic and rebellious, keeping his passions smoldering just below the surface. He’s … [Read more...]
Contemporary Romance Heat Levels
It can be difficult to determine if the contemporary romance novel you picked up will be sweet, steamy or scorching hot. The cover art and book description are not always good indicators, especially … [Read more...]
Arranged, Convenient and Forced Marriages
Why would a hero and heroine in a contemporary romance novel wed if they are not in love? There are a few tropes writers use to get the couple living as husband and wife. The close proximity allows … [Read more...]