That Awkward First Date — Chelsea Ann Owens

Originally posted on Romance & Relationships Festival – Submit your screenplay and film and get it showcased at the FEEDBACK Film Festival:
“So, whaddya like to do?” Dumb! Why did you ask that? “Um, well, I like reading.” Crap! Now he’s going to think I sit at home and knit. “Oh. Reading.” And probably knitting.…

Writing feminist fiction — Authors of Main Street

I launched the print version of my latest historical romance earlier this month. A local bookshop, Almo’s Books, hosted me, and laid on the supper. The photo above shows me, the book (Unkept Promises), and earlier books in the same series. I really enjoyed meeting fans, and talking about my writing and the romance genre […]… Continue reading Writing feminist fiction — Authors of Main Street

Seven Letters by J.P.MONNINGER — Pirate Patty Reviews

Kate Moreton is in Ireland on sabbatical from her teaching position at Dartmouth College when she meets Ozzie Ferriter, a fisherman and a veteran of the American war in Afghanistan. The Ferriter family history dates back centuries on the remote Blasket Islands, and Ozzie – a dual citizen of Ireland and the United States – […]… Continue reading Seven Letters by J.P.MONNINGER — Pirate Patty Reviews

Jung’s Archetype: The Soul Quarter — Legends of Windemere

Here we are with the next group, which are the archetypes that fall under the ‘Soul’ category. These characters pursue fulfillment of the spirit and all have some sense- of freedom within their core. This may be physical, emotional, or mental freedom depending on the archetype. As before, there is one per cardinal orientation that […]… Continue reading Jung’s Archetype: The Soul Quarter — Legends of Windemere

Contemporary romance and love stories in the age of instant messaging — Helena Fairfax

How can contemporary fiction cope with the rapid changes of today’s world? This is the topic of this month’s authors’ Round Robin, set by author Dr Bob Rich. Since I write romance, I’ve taken the liberty of adapting Bob’s topic a little: how can contemporary romance writers cope with rapid changes and incorporate new technology […]… Continue reading Contemporary romance and love stories in the age of instant messaging — Helena Fairfax

Why People Prefer “Stairway” over “Elevator” Romance Stories —

*Ding* “You have now arrived at floor 100. Please enjoy your happily-ever-after.” I’ve seen quite a few people say they prefer those “building” romances over the “love at first sight” stuff, but it left me wondering why? Why do gradual romances have a generally larger appeal than, “I love you. You love me. Let’s be […]… Continue reading Why People Prefer “Stairway” over “Elevator” Romance Stories —