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In love with romance novels? You're not alone!

Romance is today's most popular fiction genre, accounting for more than half of all mass market fiction sold. If you're looking to make a serious effort at writing a romance and getting it published in today's multifaceted markets, you need to learn as much as you can about this highly successful field--especially how to create the perfect heroes and heroines. Now, in this easy, step-by-step guide, a top romance editor gives you the know-how you need to succeed as a romance novelist!

Writing A Romance Novel For Dummies is perfect for both beginning and more accomplished writers who are looking to get the leading edge on writing a romance novel and get it published. Leslie Wainger, Executive Editor at Harlequin Books, explains what it takes to become the next Nora Roberts, providing the techniques you need to:

  • Select a pseudonym
  • Write a compelling, heartfelt story
  • Find the right agent and publisher
  • Submit a manuscript
  • Market your novel
  • Join clubs and associations

Packed with insider advice, this plain-English guide helps you grasp the building blocks of a great romance, providing practical tips on the craft of writing as well as savvy pointers on how to hook your reader from page one, write with passion, and shape a proposal that will wow agents and editors. You get lots of expert tips on analyzing the marketplace, creating compelling characters, and finding your own voice. Wainger also:

  • Demystifies the sub-genres of the romance world, from historical, contemporary, and multicultural to paranormal, romantic suspense, and Christian/inspirational
  • Explains plotting, pacing, and writing those crucial love scenes
  • Discusses how to conduct research, assign credits, and get permissions
  • Helps you decide whether it's best to write alone or with a partner

Complete with a manuscript preparation checklist, tips for revising your work smoothly and successfully, guidance in understanding and negotiating a contract, and a list of romance writing resources, Writing A Romance Novel For Dummies is your one-stop guide to becoming a published novelist!

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  • Title Writing a Romance Novel for Dummies
  • Author Leslie Wainger
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition number 1st
  • Edition 1
  • Pages 360
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher For Dummies, Somerset, New Jersey, U.S.A.
  • Publication date 2004-05
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780764525544 / 0764525549
  • Weight 1.28 lbs (0.58 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.3 x 7.4 x 0.82 in (23.62 x 18.80 x 2.08 cm)
  • Category Language Arts / Linguistics / Literacy
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2004103028
  • Dewey Decimal Code 808.385

About the author

Leslie Waingerhas worked with New York Times bestselling authors such as Linda Howard and Heather Graham in her over 20 years at Harlequin.

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