A theme is the underlying idea or message woven throughout a story, adding depth and meaning. It can be a moral lesson, a philosophical concept, or a metaphor for real life. Themes range from simple, like the power of love in a romance, to complex, such as anallegoryreflecting historical...
This was my process in learning to write an entire romance novel. You do not have to take my word for it. there’s a lot of successful authors who’ve written all kinds of blog posts and videos for how to write books. This is just what I did. Table of Contents How I did it: H...
The story introduces the romance immediately, when the woman, in a near-death state, shocks her longtime friend with the declaration: “I love you.” Obviously, not all romances will be able to open with characters whose relationship is already in medias res, but this is a good example of...
No matter what kinds of stories you’re hoping to write, there are certain storytelling principles that can help you communicate your tale in a powerful and convincing way. In this article, we’ll give you our top ten tips for how to write a story that resonates with readers. Conclusion ...
Writing short stories is an invaluable way to grow your writing craft. Learn how to write a short story with this article.
But how do you write a love story that will have your characters (and readers) weak at the knees? In this guide, we're going to explore love stories of all kinds, from the ones that end “happily ever after” to tragic love stories and even stories that don't look like love stories...
Adventure stories were many readers' first introduction to the joy of reading. What is an adventure story? How do you write an imaginative, engrossing journey? Learn about key adventure story elements, plus tips to write incredible journeys: ...
In a psychological thriller, there will often be a plot twist that makes the reader go, “Wow! Of course! How did I not see it!?” In a romance, there will be the moment when the two characters finally kiss for the first time (or do other things) after revealing their true feelings...
If this is you, then we understand exactly how you feel. There’s nothing more frustrating than having a great idea for a romance story and seeing others achieve success, yet not knowing how to get started. Whether you aspire to write a bestseller or simply find the motivation to put pen...
Toni Morrison famously said ‘If there's a book that you want to read, but it hasn't been written yet, then you must write it.’ Romance author Beverly Jenkins is one such author. Her first novels, for example, told stories of African-American experience that did not exclusively center ...