Time for a little confession. Okay, a big confession. I'm not always motivated to write. In fact, some days I'm downright discouraged. Being a self-published author is wonderful because I get complete creative control. The downside is...well, I feel like I'm standing in a crowd of thousands and my voice is being drowned out. I … Continue reading Confession of an Aspiring Romance Author
Hello, darlings. My latest novel, Deceiving the Earl, will be releasing in May! I've decided to share a little snippet from this Victorian romance. It has a dash of mystery and a hint of steampunk elements. If you've ever seen Guy Richie's Sherlock Holmes film series with Robert Downey Junior, this book is similar in … Continue reading SNEAK PEEK at Deceiving the Earl
Hello, darlings. We all remember that tingle in the pit of our stomachs when the butterflies take flight at the thought of someone special. Especially when they enter the room. You've had your eye on them for weeks. They have been on your mind constantly and you cannot wait to see them again. They give you … Continue reading The Lost Art of Victorian Flirtation
This week, I've recorded a little video for you. Enjoy! So, what are your thoughts? Are you going to write a love letter this year? Have you ever written one before? Share your experiences, suggestions, and thoughts in the comments below. Until we meet again, may your bookshelves be full and your hearts even more … Continue reading How to Write a Love Letter
My family loves movies. But none of them loves them the way I do. While I'm a huge sucker for romance novels, I'm very picky about the romantic movies I watch. Especially if the chemistry between the love interests is non-existent or forced. There are some films I saw as a kid that stuck with … Continue reading Love Romance? Love Movies? Check this out.
My head is spinning. I have been doing extensive research for my new series of Victorian novellas focusing on a trio of extremely independent women in the late 19th century. I believe that research in historical romance should be treated like a seasoning. Generous enough to enhance the flavor, but too much will distract from the … Continue reading Etiquette for Victorian Ladies. Wait, what? Oh, heck no.
Being a lover of the romance genre doesn’t come without it’s pitfalls. Unfortunately, I happen to be an author and a reader of romance, so I end up getting whammied from both sides. I can’t speak for everyone, in fact, I can truly only speak for myself. But I am tired of the romance genre … Continue reading Romance Survival 101: Ignoring the Hate When You’re All About the Love
Before I began writing on a daily basis, I read. I mean I devoured romance novels like I needed them for my very survival. When my kids were small, I frequented the library. I read exclusively romance, but the sub-genres varied from contemporary to suspense to historical. Honestly, it depended on what covers caught my … Continue reading How to Write a Helpful Review
Kirsten S. Blacketer 