Author Archives: JouleRA

The destiny of the spiritual romance novel

Posted on July 1, 2009 by JouleRA

The spiritual romance novel can be defined as a read that understands the sophistication of the spiritual–not religious–reader, while embracing a diversity of philosophies inherent within that readership. Continue reading →

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What makes a best selling romance novel?

Posted on June 29, 2009 by JouleRA

If there’s a magic number to getting on the NYT list, no one knows or they’re not saying! Here’s a candid view of some authors (fiction and non fiction) on their experience with the New York Times best seller list. Continue reading →

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How to write a romance novel in two months

Posted on June 28, 2009 by JouleRA

If you’re always thinking you know how to write a romance novel that you’re reading and make it better, it doesn’t always mean there’s something wrong with the one you’re reading. Continue reading →

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Romance novel writers wanted

Posted on June 27, 2009 by JouleRA

Quartet Press, a new digital publishing house is now accepting manuscript submissions for their Romance imprint, Quench!, slated to launch in Fall 2009. Continue reading →

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Spiritual erotica and the romance novel

Posted on June 26, 2009 by JouleRA

…or, Confessions of a neurotic book lover Everyone has their own experience, especially when it comes to reading a love story. For example whenever I get high from reading a spiritual romance novel (sometimes found in a Romance genre other … Continue reading →

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Evolution of the romance novel

Posted on June 24, 2009 by JouleRA

In this article I provide a brief tour of the history of romance, in appreciation for its pioneers through the ages–storytellers and listener, authors and reader. I discuss how our passion for this genre impacts its evolution. These are the … Continue reading →

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Writer’s block and the voice in your head

Posted on June 23, 2009 by JouleRA

Whether you write romance novels or blogs, you might identify with what a writing slump feels like. And if the voice in your head had its way, you’d retire your word processor. But… what if the voice was not in … Continue reading →

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Awakening to the classic romance theme

Posted on June 22, 2009 by JouleRA

The allure of the romance novel lies not in the ‘you complete me’ message; it’s the one that asks ‘what is it about you that makes me realize my own completeness?’ that strikes the right chord. Continue reading →

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