Romance Tropes: Second Chance Stories
Why do readers love the second chance romance trope so much? Maybe it’s because this romance story setup includes emotionally powerful reunions that feel earned and satisfying. Too bad they’re so hard to write!
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Eragon: A Man and His Friends
Today’s post is all about courage and the reason why I started my Write Prepper in the first place!
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April’s Rough Draft Challenge
I can’t believe it’s time for another Spring Rough Draft Challenge. I’m not worried about perfection or word count, and I’ve included a list of writing tools and meal plans to help you prep a story and your life for its (very) rough draft stage.
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Easter Brunch for Romance Writers on a Deadline
Next week is Easter Sunday and it’s also Rough Draft Challenge April. So today I’m planning an easy Sunday Brunch with entertaining tips and fun, simple recipes.
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Shameless Saturday Promo: Heroes, Holidays, and Hope Vol. 3
Heroes, Holidays, and Hope Vol. 3 is a charity anthology that serves Wounded Warrior Project. It’s available now and is filled with romance novellas about military heroes.
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The Hungry {Romance} Writer: Chocolate Strawberry Brownies
It’s been a long, hard winter so this week I’m celebrating Spring with these delicious Chocolate Strawberry Brownies.
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The Cherry Blossoms are Here!
The Cherry Blossom festival in Washington, DC begins this weekend. But the history of the iconic cherry blossom trees, a symbol of friendship between the U.S. and Japan, is long and tortured. Yet it was worth the effort.
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RAGT 2026 Pre-Schedule
I’m so excited to be attending RAGT in Erlanger, Kentucky this year and there have been lots of changes to the schedule. Things are still fluid, but I’ll keep this page updated with all the details as I know them.
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A Distant Moon Ago Cover Reveal
It’s another cover reveal day! And today I’m sharing the cover for A Distant Moon Ago, a new Kingsmill novella and contemporary romantic retelling of Percival and The Grail Question.
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Track Settings in Your Story Bible
Tracking setting in your story bible is crucial no matter what genre you write in. Settings include locations, geography, world rules, and continuity tips to keep your story consistent and immersive.
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Last Days for One Love
I can’t believe that it’s almost time to take down One Love, a charity romance anthology where all the proceeds go to Jamaican hurricane relief efforts. The time is short to grab this collection and help rebuild Jamaica.
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A Myth for the Spring Equinox
Today is the Spring Equinox and the seasons are beginning to change, bringing the hope of warmer weather and a bountiful summer. So of course there’s a fairytale involved!
