100 Prompts for Romance Writers


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Conquer that dreaded writers block! With originally self-published works like Fifty Shades of Grey turning into mind-blowing blockbusters, both traditional and indie authors have embraced the romance genre as never before. But when youre left staring helplessly at a blank page, what can help you move forward? This pocket-sized, affordable collection of romance story-starters offers 100 prompts, organized by subgenre, from historical bodice rippers, to paranormal romance, to contemporary erotica. In this portable muse, writers of all romance genres and experience levels will find the seeds of many spellbinding tales.




1001 Romance Story Starters


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Every good romance novel begins the same way - with a story idea. Yet compelling story ideas aren't always easy to come by. Sometimes we all need a little inspiration - a spark that ignites our imagination and excites the writing muse. 1001 Romance Story Starters cover myriad genres, from erotic romance to inspirational and everything in between. Romance Story Starters aren't your traditional writing prompts. Designed to kick start your imagination they include dialogue starters, scenes, open ended scenarios, and even story endings. You can change ANYTHING about the story starter. Take the idea and bend it to your will - you're the boss. Use the ideas to create powerful and compelling characters. Rhett and Scarlett, Romeo and Juliet, Kate and Curran, great romance characters are created through conflict, chemistry, and courtship. Each story starter holds the potential to help you create characters that capture your reader's heart and mind and stand the test of time. Use the ideas to help you overcome writer's block. It doesn't matter if you're staring at a blank page or if you're in the middle of a novel and unsure where to go with it - use the starters as inspiration. Let them help get your creative brain fired up. Use the ideas to strengthen your writing muscles. Your writing muscles are like any other muscle in your body. If you don't use them regularly, it becomes weak. Don't let your creative writing muscles atrophy! Even if you're not working on a story idea, write. Grab a story idea and fill a page or two (or ten) or write for twenty minutes - you make the rules.




1001 Words You Need To Know and Use


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This A-Z provides 1001 words you need to know to make your writing and speaking effective, convincing, and expressive. With clear guidance on choosing the right word, this book is essential for anyone wanting to achieve greater success in written and spoken tasks including essays, interviews, CVs and application letters, reports, and more.




Covert Makeover


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LITTLE WHITE LIES… Known as much for her undercover skills as for the black stockings even the Miami heat couldn’t get her to shed, Sophie Brooks was a mystery her Weddings Your Way coworkers couldn’t quite gauge. So when Sean Majors, head of security for a kidnapped heiress’s family, started delving into Sophie’s past for seemingly professional reasons, her suspicious nature went into overdrive…as did her libido. Telling the teal-eyed bodyguard they were working the same case was out of the question. But with danger lurking around every turn, Sophie had to convince Sean she could protect herself without revealing her cover—or losing her vulnerable heart.




The Writer's Digest


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Lullabies and Lies


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DEAR MS. LOVELESS, Do you want your daughter back…alive? We’re watching you…and that distractingly handsome detective Griffin Stone. His sharp eyes cut right through your lies; and talking to the police can get you into trouble…the fatal kind. Don’t fool yourself, Sunny. Griff’s sorrowful past haunts his present. You can’t make him love again and no one can protect your sweet little Emily from me. Once Griff finds his missing piece, you’ll be just another unsolved case…a discarded lover. Perhaps you’re not the only bleeding heart—searching for refuge—beneath those steamy sheets. Private detective Sunny Loveless—so pretty and naive—do you still believe in happy endings?




Bulletproof Billionaire


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SECRET AGENT PROTECTOR In order to crack a lethal drug ring, bachelor Seth Lewis was sent in by New Orleans Confidential to infiltrate the Cajun Mob. The rough-around-the-edges secret agent, who assumed the identity of a suave international tycoon, set out to gain entry by seducing mob widow Adrienne DeBlanc. However, when Seth laid on the continental charm to sweet-talk the lonely socialite into kissing and telling, he reeled from his startlingly protective—intensely passionate—feelings for the fragile beauty who was desperate to get out from under the crime syndicate’s control. Seth had sworn to uphold the law, yet his love and loyalty were at war when this high-stakes case took an explosive turn!




1001 Movies You Must See Before You Die


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Lists "must-see" movies in a chronological arrangement, providing information on director, producer, screenplay writer, music, cast members, and awards, along with a detailed review of each




The Publishers Weekly


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