What does your most beloved fairy tale say about your favorite romantic reads? There might have been a Disney princess that you always pretended to be while playing dress up or whose story you wanted to hear over and over again. The fairy tale could have influenced your expectation as a reader. Do you have an emotional connection with a…
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If you are a fan of short reads that are sexy and romantic, Brenda Jackson’s books should be on your keeper shelf. Haven’t read her work? There are many stories to choose from this New York Times and USA Today bestselling author! Start with the Westmoreland series. The strong and powerful men are often in a battle of wills with…
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You read a romance review or a discussion online. A few acronyms show up repeatedly but you don’t know what they mean. Here are some definitions of the most commonly used acronyms romance readers favor:
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 the excellent blog post “Tuesday the Holy Day of Publishing and How It Forms Reader Expectations” over at Dear…
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I’m a fan of the Plain Jane / ugly duckling trope. This is when the hero or heroine goes through a stunning transformation. They suddenly appear more confident, intriguing and successful. Think Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady. Eggsy in Kingsman. And then there is the ultimate “glow up”: Sandy in Grease.