Romance novels may be centered on love, but writing one successfully takes more than putting two interesting characters together and hoping sparks fly. A satisfying romance needs chemistry, conflict, emotional growth, setbacks, vulnerability, and a believable reason for the couple to choose each other in the end. That is why…
Month: September 2026
Writing
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How to Write a Book Description That Sells
You can write an amazing book, create a beautiful cover, and choose the perfect title—but if your book description does not grab a reader’s attention, they may never click the Buy Now button. Your book description is one of the most important pieces of marketing copy you will write for…
Writing
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How to Use Save the Cat Beats for Your Novel
**This post contains affiliate links. By clicking on a link in this article, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Writing a novel can sometimes feel like trying to find your way through a maze without a map. You may know how your story begins and have…
Writing
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How to Revise a Novel Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Finishing the first draft of a novel is an incredible accomplishment. You’ve spent weeks, months, or maybe even years creating characters, building a world, and turning an idea into an actual story. Then comes revision. Suddenly, instead of feeling proud of the manuscript you completed, you may find yourself staring…
Behind the Scenes
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Behind the Scenes: Inspiration for the Operation books
When it comes to inspiration, I simply look and listen. The truth is the inspiration for the first book in the series came from an actual event that made its way into the first book. The scene in the diner? Yes, that actually happened. Someone started talking to my son…