When I decided to self-publish, I knew I needed a professional-looking cover. I also knew I had almost no budget. So I did what any reasonable person with no graphic design experience would do: I decided to design it myself. Here’s the honest truth about...
Creating fantasy creatures for romance novels is different from creating them for general fantasy. In epic fantasy, your creatures can be pure monsters, alien beings with no human connection, or designed purely for cool factor. But in romance, your creatures need to...
Fantasy romance—or romantasy, as it’s increasingly called—is a huge genre. But within it are many subgenres, each with different appeals, conventions, and reader expectations. If you’ve ever been confused by the difference between high fantasy romance and...
People ask me why I chose to self-publish instead of pursuing traditional publishing. It’s a fair question. Traditional publishing comes with validation, support, and an established infrastructure. Self-publishing comes with… all the work and all the risk....
Summer reading should be fun, escapist, and satisfying. Whether you’re heading to the beach, relaxing by the pool, or just enjoying lazy afternoons at home, these fantasy romance books are perfect companions for your summer. All seven recommendations are...
