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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

My Top 5 Best Romance Stories — Gento Fujio’s blog

In the times of adolescence many people experience romantic feeling towards someone belong in the opposite sex, today I’m going to share to you My Top 5 Best Romance Stories. Top 5: Real no Heroine wa Irimasen After all I have read about romance and school […] via My Top 5 Best Romance Stories — Gento… Continue reading My Top 5 Best Romance Stories — Gento Fujio’s blog

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 —

Best Anime of 2019 – Romance — 100 Word Anime

Having finished my reflection on the decade, I decided to look a bit closer at 2019 given I hadn’t really finished wrapping up the year. This is the first post in a series looking at the best anime series of 2019. As usual, these are all my own opinions and I’d love my readers to… Continue reading Best Anime of 2019 – Romance — 100 Word Anime

Romance Festival Script Reading of Love at First Christmas, by Jeanne Dukes

When a young, single preschool owner with a string of broken relationships goes on a self-imposed dating hiatus to avoid falling for the wrong men, she faces a tough romantic dilemma when she unexpectedly falls in love at first sight with a little student’s uncle. CAST LIST: Narrator: Val Cole James: Biden Hall Ramie: Aliya… Continue reading Romance Festival Script Reading of Love at First Christmas, by Jeanne Dukes

Director Biography – Marc Saez (FOLLOW THE ARROW)

Marc SAEZ First Short Movie. Written, Directed and Produced by Marc SAEZ won 30 Awards in different American Festivals and a Special Mention In Pontaut Combaut ( France) WINNER 2 GOLD AWARDS for Best Short & Best Director at the PRESTIGE AWARDS 2013 USA (Eureka) WINNER 3 AWARDS at the BEST SHORTS Festival USA 2012

Short Film: FOLLOW THE ARROW, 13min, France, Mystery/Romance

A man, a Woman, a hunt. Project Links Website

Director Biography – Lee Manansala (KHADIAH AND PAULINE)

Lee Manansala was born in The Philippines, raised in San Francisco, went to film school in New York and now lives in Brooklyn. He is a narrative writer and director and editor, and he edits internet video content to keep the lights on.

Short Film: KHADIAH AND PAULINE, 6min., USA, Romance

On their 3rd date, Parisians Khadijah and Pauline discuss fashion choices, a grandmother passing, and coming out. Film Type: Short Genres: Romance, Drama Runtime: 5 minutes 30 seconds Completion Date: January 4, 2019 Production Budget: 2,000 USD Country of Origin: United States Country of Filming: France Film Language: French Shooting Format: Digital Aspect Ratio: 16:9… Continue reading Short Film: KHADIAH AND PAULINE, 6min., USA, Romance

Short Film: SAY YES, 12min., Sweden, Romance/Drama

Julia is in love with her best friend Christian. Christian is in love with the single life. A film about the modern day relationship, being young, stupid and daring to say yes to love. Project Title (Original Language): Säg Ja Film Type: Short, Student Genres: Romance, Drama Runtime: 12 minutes 35 seconds Completion Date: November… Continue reading Short Film: SAY YES, 12min., Sweden, Romance/Drama