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writing romance

The evolution of a romance… Novel, that is

Today I’d like to tackle what it takes to get a romance novel from computer to publication. I’m not talking about the concept, plotting, research, character development, story arc, etc which goes into the actual creation of the story. I’m not even talking about researching and targeting which publisher is appropriate for you to submit to. I’m talking about the nuts and bolts. You and your publishing house and what happens between you to take your story from submission to reader, an insider’s view. You published authors know all of this already, and feel free to chime in with any additions, but this is for the curious reader, or the aspiring writer. Submission. Since my second story in the bull rider series (Bucked) is releasing in less than 2 weeks, let’s discuss that book specifically in this case. It went directly to my editor for a first read at a little over 60K words. It came back to me with suggestions for improvement. Things like the hero and heroine need to meet sooner. There is too much reference to book 1 in the series. All totally valid points so I took it back and cut (gulp) 10K words out. Then […]

Events

Let the 28 Days of Heart commence…

28 days. 28 novellas to benefit the American Heart Association. 28 authors blogging their hearts out… Yes, the 28 Days of Heart author blog tour has begun. Look for a 28 DoH author at a blog near you. TODAY Find me visiting Savannah Chase’s Blogspot and talking about ‘series’ I’ll be speaking about the month of love and the 28 Days project at Selena Illyria’s Blogspot I’m on Lena Austin’s blog writing about ‘important’ books and how mine are NOT among then for a reason Finally, I’m on Lisa Matthews’ Wicked, Whimsical and Random blog talking about how charity starts at home. And this is just the beginning. Stay tuned…

Romance eBooks

New Review: Private Lies

“…Cat Johnson exceeded my expectations with her comically endearing story PRIVATE LIES.  Jax’s independent nature and opinion of her mother’s schemes kept me chuckling especially during some of the more candid and embarrassing conversations.  Jax’s honesty, hurt over her husband’s betrayal, anger over the whole situation and lust for a bartender blend into one wacky fun storyline that’s full of many ‘OMG, she didn’t just…’ moments and several ‘oh yeah, you go girl!’ scenes as well.   The sex scenes are hot and Shane is absolutely loveable.  Oh, and I imagine you want to know what happens with the soon-to-be ex?  Well you’re just going to have to pick up a copy to find out – but I have to tell you, when Jax gets even she does it with style.  This is the perfect story to warm your heart and tickle your funny bone on a cold winter’s day. PRIVATE LIES is one of the 28 Days of Heart stories being released through All Romance Ebooks during the month of February.  All profits generated from sales of these titles will be donated to the American Heart Association to help combat the number one killer of women.” 5 Blue Ribbons Chrissy Dionne, Romance Junkies Read the full review […]