Some of the best fantasy romance books are ones you’ve never heard of. While everyone talks about the latest viral BookTok sensation or bestselling series, there are incredible fantasy romance books that fly under the radar—older titles, debut authors, books...
Structure is one of those things that seems restrictive until you realize it’s actually freeing. A solid structure gives you a roadmap—a way to know if your story is on track or veering into rambling territory. But structuring a fantasy romance is different from...
People ask me: “How do you go from having an idea to actually publishing a book?” The answer is long, messy, full of doubt, and involves a lot of nights writing after working two full-time jobs. It’s not a linear path. It’s not always...
One of the hardest challenges in writing fantasy romance is balancing the romance with the fantasy plot. Give too much attention to the romance and your world feels shallow. Focus too much on the fantasy plot and readers forget why they came—for the love story. When I...
Side characters can make or break a fantasy romance. The best ones add depth, humor, tension, and emotional stakes. They make your world feel lived-in and real. They give readers more people to love. But side characters are tricky. Make them too bland and readers...
