by Annette | May 27, 2024 | Romance Story, Romance Writing, Romance Writing Craft, The Creative Process, Tools & Resources, Writing Tip
Creating compelling and memorable characters is at the heart of every great romance novel. As a fiction writer, your ability to craft nuanced and relatable characters can make or break your story, drawing readers into the emotional depth and complexities of your...
by Annette | May 16, 2024 | The Creative Process, Tools & Resources
Your writing environment can have a huge impact on your creativity. Clutter can block the creative process, make you feel unmotivated and uninspired. Creating a beautiful and organized writing space doesn’t have to break the budget. In fact, a few small gadgets can...
by Annette Elton | Apr 18, 2017 | Contemporary, Erotic Romance, Romance Story Starters
Your heroine mistakes someone else for her date. She’s only conversed with him online and the picture of him matches the man in the bar. Who is he? Where is her date? What happens?
by Annette | Apr 10, 2012 | Romance Writing, Romance Writing Craft, Tools & Resources
You’re driving down the highway and BAM a brilliant story idea sparks your imagination. You know exactly what the beginning scene will look like and who the main characters are. You’re excited and ready to get started writing this soon to be bestseller. You get home...
by Annette | Apr 6, 2012 | Romance Writing
It’s a holiday weekend and it seems things have become a bit quiet around here. People are out of town, some are celebrating with family, others are taking the opportunity to get out and enjoy our lovely state or take an extended spring break. My weekend is sure...