Anne Marble

Jan 14, 2022

5 min read

Eight Things You May Not Know About Romance Novels

Romance novels are more popular than ever. Many fans turn to them for escape and comfort. Yet some readers are missing out because of prejudices about romance.

In a colorful photo, the foreground shows the pages of a book coming up to form a heart. Beyond the heart, bright lights are visible. Some of the lights shine through the heart.
Photo by Eleonora Albasi on Unsplash.

1) They’re Not Just About The Sex.

Avoid using terms like “bodice rippers” and “mommy porn.” They’re outdated and often misogynistic. Every romance reader I have ever met isn’t reading romance…

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