Shifter romance is one of the most popular paranormal/fantasy romance subgenres, and for good reason. Shifters offer built-in conflict, fascinating world-building possibilities, and romantic dynamics that readers love. But writing shifter romance well—especially in...
Vampire romance and fantasy romance are both popular romance subgenres featuring supernatural elements. But they’re not the same thing. Understanding the differences matters if you’re writing in either genre or trying to decide which fits your story...
Let me be completely honest: I hate editing. I’m not good at it. I don’t enjoy it. And I spent two years doing it anyway because that’s what writing a book requires. Here’s the unvarnished truth about editing my own work—what I learned, what...
Fae romance has exploded in popularity, and for good reason. Fae make compelling love interests—they’re beautiful, powerful, dangerous, and fundamentally other. But writing fae romance well requires understanding what makes fae different from other fantasy...
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...
