When Did Romance Become Synonymous With Smut?
When did romance become synonymous with smut? As spice ratings and thirst-trap marketing dominate conversations about romance, are we losing sight of what makes a love story compelling? We're exploring the distinction between high-spice romance and erotica, the pressure authors face to write beyond their comfort zones, and why every expression of romantic intimacy deserves a place in the genre. Because love isn't measured in chili peppers.
Show, Don't Tell (And Other Advice That Sounds Easier Than It Is)
“Show, don’t tell” may be some of the most repeated—and most frustrating—writing advice out there. Through practical before-and-after examples, we’re breaking down how to create immersive scenes your readers can experience alongside your characters, without turning every sentence into purple prose.
Your First Draft Is Allowed To Suck
A first draft is not a failed final draft. Let’s talk about perfectionism, placeholder prose, realistic drafting goals, and why your earliest attempt doesn’t need to be beautiful—it just needs to exist.