Readers occasionally contact me and ask, “Why can’t you write a virginal heroine?” I’ve written a few, but a virgin doesn’t really work with the stories I tell. I have no problems reading romance … [Read more...]
Embrace Your Clinch Covers
Years ago I was buying a stack of romance novels at my local bookstore. I set the books down on the counter and the male sales associate decided to mimic the poses on the covers. He really got into … [Read more...]
Is a Romance Heroine Required to be Smart?
What is the most important quality of a romance heroine? When Maya Rodale surveyed romance readers for her Dangerous Books for Girls study, a whopping 89% said the most important trait was … [Read more...]
What No One Tells You about Publication Dates
A print book’s publication date in the United States is on a Tuesday. Why is this? As far as I can tell, no one knows for sure. You can read some theories and how one blogger hunted for the answer in … [Read more...]