Romance Character Spotlight: The Childhood Sweetheart!
Hey there, bookish friends! The childhood sweetheart is a truly heartwarming notion that never fails to evoke nostalgia and smiles. Today, we delve into this timeless phenomenon. So, go ahead and brew yourself a cup of tea, because we are about to embark on a journey down memory lane.
Romance Character Spotlight: The Brooding Hero
In this blog series we’re going to talk about the characters in romance stories, and we’re starting with the oh-so-tempting creature of the literary world: the Brooding Hero. Whether you enjoy dark, sweet, historical, or paranormal romance, the hero of the story should steal your heart. And let’s face it, when he’s dark and grumpy, it makes it much easier to fall for his brooding charm.
Genre Spotlight: Sci-Fi!
Today, we embark on a journey into the vast and wondrous genre of science fiction. Strap on your warp drives, adjust your neural implants, and prepare to dive headfirst into the sci-fi genre and its marvelous subgenres!
Genre Spotlight: Mystery!
Today, we delve into the mystery genre. So grab your magnifying glasses, dust off your deerstalkers (a.k.a. a Sherlock Holmes hat), and prepare to embark on a whimsical journey of clues, red herrings, and quirky characters!
Genre Spotlight: YA!
Hello, lovely bookworms! Today we explore the world of young adult fiction subgenres! The YA genre is often full of angst, adventure, and coming of age triumphs. Being a teenager is hard. It gets even harder when you’re forced to fight each other to the death, or you are abandoned by your parents and left to fend for yourself, or, the worst yet, your high school crush doesn’t know you’re alive. Let’s dive into the various problems these fictional teens have to deal with!
TAINTED DREAMS is here!
Hey there, fellow book lovers and seekers of all things tantalizing! It's with both excitement and a hint of mischief that I announce the release of my latest novel, TAINTED DREAMS, a dark billionaire romance that will lure you into a world of secrets, seduction, and scintillating desires.
How to Overcome Writer's Block: Tips and Tricks (Or Just Write Drunk, Edit Sober)
Hello fellow booklovers!
Today, we’re diving deep into the dark abyss that is writer’s block. There are days when the words flow freely, pouring out like a majestic waterfall. Then there are days where the struggle is real, and it feels like trying to squeeze water from a rock. But there are ways to get through it, so in this blog post, we’ll explore some unconventional methods to get the creative juices flowing again! Let’s have some fun, shall we?
World Building:
Hello, bookworms! Today, we’re going to talk about the wonderful and wacky world of world building. We’re going to look at the differences between building worlds for different genres. Because a contemporary romance novel is going to have very different world building requirements than a dystopian thriller. So, let’s dive in, shall we?
Plot Twists:
Ah, plot twists. They're like a surprise party—they can either be delightful or a complete disaster that leaves you questioning your life choices. They are the ultimate power move for any author looking to keep readers on their toes. Done well, they can elevate a story to new heights, leaving us turning the pages late into the night. Done poorly, however, and they can leave us feeling cheated, confused, and maybe even a little angry.
From Hot & Heavy to Happily Ever After...
Today we're going to talk about the multifaceted genre of romance. Ah, the burning passion, the sweet caresses, the thundering heartbeats, the throbbing— Oops… what was I talking about again? Oh yeah! Romance.
