Tips on working the unexpected into romance novels

Writer's Digest had two how-to guides relating to romance novels this week, and both feature putting a slightly different spin on what readers might expect from the genres.

First came one from Lisa Rayne, who shared five considerations to take when adding diverse characters to historical romance.

And next came Jayne Ann Krentz, whose advice was on how to write romantic suspense with humor.

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