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. ... Read More about Why I Applaud Sandy’s Transformation in Grease (and You Should Too!)
Why I Applaud Sandy’s Transformation in Grease (and You Should Too!)
How to Take Control of Your TBR Pile
Every romance reader I know has a To Be Read pile. It might be a tower of books on her bedside table or a list of eBooks on her reading device. Some readers approach their TBR pile with a complex system while others will just reach for the book on top of the stack. ... Read More about How to Take Control of Your TBR Pile
How to Influence Romance Fiction in 6 Steps
You’re a romance reader but lately you’ve been dissatisfied with the books you’ve read. You want to find an author who includes a specific element in her storytelling or you wish a publisher hadn’t dropped your favorite line. You want to voice your concerns but who is going to listen? Quite a few people, actually. Reader opinions are extremely important to authors, editors and other industry professionals. The trick is using the most effective channels to get your concerns in front of the ... Read More about How to Influence Romance Fiction in 6 Steps