The Myth of Unconditional Love

Today, we’re going to talk about the concept of unconditional love. Soul-mates. Destiny. A key component in a paranormal romance novel is the magnetic draw between the two main characters. Often the heroine is able to capture the hero's heart in a way no one else can. Both are unable to resist the inevitability of … Continue reading The Myth of Unconditional Love

Vampire Dating: Your Boyfriend is a Vampire. Now What?

So, you got yourself a Vampire. Now what? This is a continuation of our Vampire Dating Guide Series. If you haven’t read last week’s article, Vampire Dating: The Pros and Cons, you might want to check it out, especially if you’re one of those girls who hasn’t yet made up her mind that dating a … Continue reading Vampire Dating: Your Boyfriend is a Vampire. Now What?

Dating a Vampire: The Pros and Cons

Today, I'm going to explore a very serious issue facing young women today: Vampire Dating. I won't get into the psychological implications of society's fascination with the undead (girls fantasizing about being with an older, experienced man who still looks good, the incredible appeal of immortality, the idea that there is a soul mate out … Continue reading Dating a Vampire: The Pros and Cons

All the cool kids are doing it, so why can’t I?

Up until about a year-and-a-half ago, I didn't realize how many people had blogs. I'd never given it much thought until I went to a meeting for a group of local writers and the leader insisted that every aspiring author should have a platform. "If you don't have a blog, get one. They're free." Of … Continue reading All the cool kids are doing it, so why can’t I?

Black or White

Multiculturalism and YA fantasy. You don't find these two phrases lumped together very often. Does that surprise you? Or, have you ever really given it much thought? Think about the popular Young Adult Fantasy books out there. Harry Potter, Twilight, A Series of Unfortunate Events, Eragon...these are books that stir the reader's imagination, books that … Continue reading Black or White