The Romance Novel Formula

Is there a secret formula for writing a successful romance novel?Backed by research and professional expertise, The Romance Novel Formula , provides everything you need to take you from idea to first draft of your breakout romance novel.Join best-selling romance author and academic researcher, Alicia Leigh, as you discover: *How to take your love interests on the "lovers' journey" - inclusive of ALL types of romantic relationships: m nage, alien, LGBTQI, polyamory, etc.*A unique five-act structure to make your story easy to write and manage.*The specific story "beats" exclusive to the romance genre (and which other books on writing typically exclude).*The story and character arcs necessary to classify your book as romance.*How to avoid stereotypes by focusing on archetypes.*Popular romance tropes.*Essential writing techniques.*Advice on dialogue.*The most common writing mistakes . . . and how to avoid them.*Goal, motivation, and conflict.*Fear, need, and flaw (what are they, and do you need them?).*Much more Complete with checklists and over 30 writing exercises, The Romance Novel Formula , is the new essential romance writing guide for aspiring and experienced writers, plotters and pantsers, and professional researchers.