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Dear Editor, I’m worried that my heroes are too beta-male for Harlequin!

Dear Editor, I want to write for Harlequin, but I’m worried that the heroes I like are more beta than […]

Posted on: March 30, 2016
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Here’s your weekend #WritingChallenge!

Hi everyone, One of the most precious moments in a romance is when the hero and heroine first meet! But […]

Posted on: March 25, 2016
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Weekend Writing Tips: Pippa Roscoe

This weekend’s writing tip is courtesy of the lovely Pippa Roscoe! Enjoy, and happy writing! The SYTYCW Editors x

Posted on: March 18, 2016
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Dear Editor, how do I create a flawed character?

Dear Editor, How can I write a flawed character while keeping the readers’ sympathy? Thanks, Sandra   Dear Sandra, Ensuring […]

Posted on: March 16, 2016
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Here’s your weekend #WritingChallenge!

Beginnings are crucial, and your opening sentence should grab the reader’s attention, making them want to read on. So this […]

Posted on: March 11, 2016
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10 Tips for Writing a Killer Revenge Plot!

Revenge is a hot hook for any romance, but it can also present a challenge! To help you bring that […]

Posted on: March 7, 2016
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Weekend Writing Tip: Nicola Caws on Character Conflicts

This weekend Nicola Caws – Editorial Assistant for Harlequin Historical Romance – shares with us her top writing tip on […]

Posted on: March 4, 2016
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Dear Editor, how funny can my romance be?

Dear Editor I’m told my hero and heroine can be too light-hearted…but I want them to be fun! Why can’t […]

Posted on: March 2, 2016
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Weekend Writing Tips: Joanne Grant on pacing!

This weekend, we’ve got a great tip from Senior Executive Editor Joanne Grant on pacing! Enjoy, and happy writing! The SYTYCW […]

Posted on: February 26, 2016
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Here’s your weekend #WritingChallenge!

This week, our #WritingChallenge is inspired by 2016’s Leap Year! Leap Day is famously the day when women propose instead of […]

Posted on: February 26, 2016