How to Write Convincing Obstacles in Romance
Laney Betford Laney Betford

How to Write Convincing Obstacles in Romance

Crafting obstacles in romance is an odyssey of its own. It's a path fraught with trials, requiring you to delve deep into the human psyche and emerge with truths that resonate on a universal scale.

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8 Email Marketing Strategies
Laney Betford Laney Betford

8 Email Marketing Strategies

While the art of storytelling can captivate and transport readers to other realms, the art of email marketing ensures your book finds its way into their hands (and hearts) first.

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Mastering Multiple Perspectives in Romance Writing
Laney Betford Laney Betford

Mastering Multiple Perspectives in Romance Writing

By writing from multiple perspectives, authors can offer readers a more nuanced, immersive, and emotionally rich experience. This technique, however, requires careful navigation, a keen understanding of character voice, and a delicate balance of narrative flow.

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How to Craft a Captivating Meet-Cute
Laney Betford Laney Betford

How to Craft a Captivating Meet-Cute

It's that serendipitous moment when two potential lovers first cross paths, a pivotal scene that often sets the tone for their evolving relationship. But what makes a meet-cute truly captivating?

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How to Avoid Common Romance Writing Clichés
Laney Betford Laney Betford

How to Avoid Common Romance Writing Clichés

To craft narratives that captivate without succumbing to overused plot devices and character tropes that readers have encountered all too often. Yet, in this challenge lies an opportunity—an opportunity to rejuvenate romance writing with freshness and depth.

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Techniques for Accurately Portraying Historical Periods in Historical Romance
Laney Betford Laney Betford

Techniques for Accurately Portraying Historical Periods in Historical Romance

Writing a historical romance is not just about weaving a compelling love story; it's about immersing your readers in a time long past, making them feel as though they've stepped through the pages into another era. Achieving this level of immersion requires meticulous research and an understanding of the historical period you're depicting.

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Crafting Believable Romantic Tension Between Characters
Laney Betford Laney Betford

Crafting Believable Romantic Tension Between Characters

The essence of a captivating romance lies in the tension—the push and pull, the near-misses and almost-touches—that draws readers in and keeps them hooked until the very end. Here’s how to master the art of creating believable romantic tension that will leave your audience yearning for more.

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