 Romance/Love: March 20, 2013 Issue [#5571] |
  Romance/Love
This week: Add Variety to Your Romance Writing Edited by: Crys-not really here  
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| Hello! My name is Crys-not really here and I am the editor for the Romance/Love Newsletter this week! |
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Add Variety to Your Romance Writing!
I have a confession to make. Finding items to highlight in the Romance/Love Newsletter isn't the easiest part of my job as Editor. It's not that Writing.com isn't full of talented writers; I find most of the writers here very dedicated to honing their craft, open to critique and willing to learn. My problem is that I often get a sense of deja vu while reading through items labeled romance/love.
Of course, its true that there are only so many story lines out there. Even in a genre such as romance, which can be mixed with pretty much any other genre, there are only so many possible combinations. What I look for when I chose Editor's Picks is a unique spin on a story line. Everyone experiences unrequited love, but what does it look like through the eyes of a widowed senior citizen or a gay man? The boy+girl=love formula isn't always enough to keep my interest without some complications or twist.
Exploring a new genre may help a writer add oomph to their romantic story as well. How about mixing historical, paranormal, or science fiction with romance? Many writers stick to what they know, or even write fictionalized accounts of their real-life love lives, and think that because it's real, it automatically will interest any reader. Not true! Readers come from a diverse array of backgrounds and have many interests. No one story will appeal to everyone.
I also feel as if the love poetry on WDC could use a little variety. There's nothing wrong with "roses are red, violets are blue" rhyming poem, but there's also nothing wrong with love villanelles or haikus or even limericks! Be adventurous!
Ultimately, I'd like to see more variety of romantic fiction and poetry on the site not so that my life is made easier, but so that more members will hopefully find something they enjoy among the Romance/Love genre's listings. I feel as if romantic fiction sometimes gets a bad reputation because of its Harlequin-style romance novel roots, when the truth is, it can be for anyone, anywhere!
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Thank you to everyone who wrote in about my Valentine's Day newsletter! You'll all be happy to know I spent a casual evening with my love at the movies and a local restaurant.Some of your comments are below.
I loved your editorial about Valentines Day. Brought back so many old memories and I totally agree, when you truly feel love for someone, it doesn't matter when you show them, it's that you show them in some small way. Romance seems to have dissipated over the years. It's sad to think that the only time we think about it is on Valentine's Day. There are so many ways to show each other your appreciation and love for each other and it shouldn't be planned or if it does because of obligations and kids, you should both be excited in planning a romantic weekend or even a day together. There is nothing more romantic then seeing an elderly man and woman walking, holding hands, touching their face and a kiss on the cheek. You can tell that those two have truly been soul mates and there's been romance throughout their lives. Kudos to you dear editor. -G.Elizabeth 
Sometimes I get sympathetic looks from friends and coworkers when I tell them my husband never does anything special for me on Valentine's Day. But they don't know that sometimes he buys me flowers 'just because he was thinking of me' or the more expensive washed potatoes so that I don't have to peel them (which he knows I hate!) or he'll buy me chocolates because 'no one else would put up with him'. He always remembers my birthday and always remembers our wedding anniversary. I would much rather have all of that than an obligatory gift on Valentine's Day.
Great newsletter and a happy day to you! -Elle - on hiatus 
A very fine Newsletter with great picks to read... -monty31802
My romance stories are Lesbian Romance. I seldom find other romance stories here at WDC about lesbians, gay men, handicapped individuals, non-Americans, mixed race romance, and other minorities. We need more romance story writers at WDC who recognize these minority groups. Can you make that happen through your newsletter? I hope you'll try; then you'll be creating acceptance and understanding which is needed in romance stories here at Writing.com. -ANN Counselor, Lesbian & Happy
Ann, than you for the important reminder that love comes in all shapes, sizes, colors and configurations! I hope readers will remember that, although the traditional romance novel is usually geared toward the straight woman, everyone enjoys a little romance in their lives. You've already read in this editorial how I feel about the state of romance writing on WDC. Now, let's take it a step further and remember, the best writing doesn't advance stereotypes, it's unique, appeals to the reader, and pushes boundaries. Have a story to tell that doesn't fit "the mold"? Tell it, because chances are there's someone out there who can relate to it. |
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