What is Romance?
Romance focuses on a love story between characters and guarantees an emotionally satisfying or happy ending. It’s all about relationships, passion, and the journey to love.
Key Elements:
- Central love story
- Emotional connection
- Conflict and resolution
- Happy or satisfying ending
- Character-driven narrative
What is Women’s Fiction?
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Like a thesis in an essay, your story’s theme ties everything together. But finding that thread isn’t always easy, especially with multiple plotlines or genre-bending characters. Most books center around a few key themes that anchor them within a genre. When those themes clash, problems arise.
The solution?
Streamline to fit the dominant theme.
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A villain in a book is a character who opposes the hero or protagonist and serves as the main source of conflict in the story. They often embody traits, goals, or actions that are in direct opposition to the protagonist’s, creating tension and driving the narrative forward. While villains are traditionally seen as “evil,” they can range from purely malevolent figures to complex characters with relatable motivations.
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Young adult (YA) novels are stories primarily written for readers aged 12–18, but they’re loved by all ages for their raw emotions, relatable characters, and universal themes. These books often explore firsts—first love, first heartbreak, first steps into independence—making them deeply impactful.
Unique Facts About YA Novels
- They Tackle Big Issues: YA novels dive into tough topics like identity, mental health, social justice, and family dynamics, making them both entertaining and meaningful.
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You might know about White Room Syndrome—when a writer forgets to describe the setting. But have you heard of Blank Face Syndrome?
It’s when the writer skips using the character’s five senses to bring the reader into their experience. I’ll share tips on using senses to make your book come alive, so readers feel every gasp, shiver, and scream right alongside your character.
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This post is bittersweet for me, as it’s the last post I’ll be writing for Inkitt Writer’s blog. However, that also means this topic of beginnings and endings is perfectly apropos. As I reflect on the year I spent uploading what I hope was fun and informative content about the writing biz, I can’t help but notice how much my own skills have grown.
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Like most creative endeavors, there aren’t many wrong ways to approach writing. As every person is so unique and specialized, it would be silly (and unrealistic) to make troubleshooting so concrete. Rather, I’d rather you approach your writing struggle as something directly linked to your personality. What times of day are you most productive, and what fuels your spirit the most?
Continue reading Struggle in Storytelling – How to Cope at Inkitt Writer's Blog.
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I’ll be honest with you – I don’t really write during the holidays. But let me elaborate – I want to get to my story. My writing is my priority. Currently, I’m still outlining my latest book and plan on upgrading my computer very soon. There are a lot of variables distracting me from the actual storytelling part (which is, obviously not ideal).
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How painfully ironic is it that the one thing all authors must do, is also the thing they hate the most? Self-promo is crucial to growing your audience and carving out your niche in the literary field. It’s easy to get bogged down in all the particulars of SEO and other technical functions, but it doesn’t have to be this way.
One of my many side-hustles is editing content for a marketing agency, during which I’ve learned a lot about ways to promote yourself without sounding like a broken record.
Continue reading Self-Promo Hacks You Definitely Haven’t Tried Before at Inkitt Writer's Blog.
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Wondering what to get for that kooky creative person in your life? Well, look no further. This week, we’ve put together the best gifts. Instead of the typical stocks and bonds, get your local literature lover something that sparks new ideas. And as always, I recommend supporting small businesses whenever possible. Amazon may be convenient, but that doesn’t replace the happy little dance entrepreneurs do when you buy from them.
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