 Romance/Love: January 13, 2010 Issue [#3494] |
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This week: Romance Writers are Fortunate Edited by: esprit  
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Romance Writers are Fortunate
I think those of you who write about romance and love are among the most fortunate writers of all. Writing about love is done by those who aspire to spread the idea and concept of love, and that alone is wonderful. Day-dreaming about romantic love is a delight, isn't it? Readers feel the same way as they stand in line each month to grab the latest releases. A big asset is probably the 'Happy Ever After' ending, as we all need a boost in our belief that love conquers all, especially in today's world.
Houses like Harlequin have so many series/genre choices that you can choose any sub-genre concept and find a fit for your type of story. How many other genres have the same opportunity? I can't think of many that blend with other genres as easily and naturally as romance does. You can choose western, teen, fantasy, erotica, religious--any sub-genre you prefer, and I find that to be most welcoming and encouraging to new writers. And publishers openly welcome unpublished authors to submit their work.
At the heart of all romances are two strong, appealing, sympathetic and three-dimensional characters. The foundation of a story is made up of emotional, character-driven conflict that provides tension and excitement. The simple, but complicated stuff of realistic fantasy that readers want to believe could happen to them usually comes with a happy ending. Perfect! Readers want to cry and they want to laugh, and sometimes they need to do both at the same time. They can have it all with a book of romance and a quiet corner.
And the guidelines! My goodness, all you have to do is follow a simple format, know your subject and target audience well, and know how to write a good story. It must be a delight to be a romance writer. I'm not saying it's easy, I'm saying the rewards are great and almost instant because the genre is so popular. Readers of the Romance genre outnumber readers of any other genre--this is only my opinion, but I believe it's true.
What more could a good writer ask for?
Keep practicing on your unique, fresh voice, compelling characters and innovative stories--your chances of successful publication are greater here than with other genres. Not simply because of the greater reader base and more frequent publications, but because there seems to be a sincere emphasis put on encouraging new writers to join the genre. Why not take them up on it and see what you can do?
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By: sarahreed
Comment: "They're the only books where you can find sexy ladies doing naughty things." That's what my husband told me when I found out that he read romance novels. He then proceeded to hand me one. This happened way before we got married, near the beginning of the dating ritual. I had never read a romance novel before. My mom read sci-fi/fantasy and that's what I read, until I met my husband-to-be. I think it's partially because he read romance novels that I fell in love with him - he knew how to woo me and romance me, and he certainly didn't leave me wanting. The story "Dreaming of You" has quite a lot of my husband in it, including the above line. Enjoy!
Thanks, Sarah. Your story is linked above, I hope you get lots of readers.
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